Experience a refreshing and aromatic fusion of Japanese flavours with Yawataya Isogoro Shichimi Umecha, a unique plum-flavoured tea crafted using premium regional ingredients.
This blend features Wakayama plum pulp, renowned for its mellow acidity, paired with Hokkaido kombu kelp, which adds depth and umami. The signature Yawataya shichimi pepper brings a gentle, warming spice that enhances both taste and aroma.
Each portion is conveniently packaged in individual sachets-simply add hot water to enjoy a soothing cup of fragrant ume tea.
Beyond drinking, it also doubles as a flavour enhancer for ochazuke, onigiri, pasta, and other dishes, making it a versatile addition to any pantry.
Usage Instructions
For Tea:
1. Place one sachet (2 g) into a cup.
2. Add approximately 100-150 ml of hot water.
3. Stir lightly and enjoy the aromatic blend of plum, kelp, and shichimi.
For Ochazuke / Cooking:
• Sprinkle over rice and pour hot water for ume-chazuke.
• Mix into onigiri for added flavour.
• Use in soups or pasta for a subtle plum-kelp-shichimi kick.
Precautions
• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and high humidity.
• Consume soon after opening individual sachets for best flavour.
• Contains sesame (from shichimi pepper).
• Handle with care as the spicy notes may be strong for children.
Product Ingredients
Dextrin (domestically manufactured), salt, kelp extract, dried plum meat, kelp, shichimi pepper (includes sesame) / seasoning (amino acids, etc.)
Net Weight: 10 × 2 g sachets (20 g total)
