Sea Spirit Yaki Shio Dining Bottle: A Fine, Light, and Flavorful Salt
Traditional Salt-Baking Method for Classic Roasted Salt
Made from 100% seawater from Izu Oshima, "Umi no Sei Arashio" is a traditional Japanese sea salt produced using sun-drying and open-pan methods. The product is then baked at high temperatures.
It is very difficult to turn traditional sea salt (Arashio), which contains a high amount of nigari components, into a dry, bakeable salt just by stir-frying in an earthenware pot.
Inspired by the ancient, traditional jar-baking method passed down at the Misoshiodono Shrine of Ise Jingu, we have developed a delicious yet light and smooth traditional baked salt.
Because it is baked at temperatures exceeding 600°C, the bitter components caused by magnesium chloride (a cause of moisture) are broken down.
As a result, the bitterness is reduced, and it has a milder, lighter flavor compared to Arashio.
However, the amount of magnesium, an essential nutrient element, remains unchanged.
This salt is convenient for use as table salt with raw vegetables, boiled eggs, fried eggs, tempura, sashimi, and more, offering a rich flavor.
It can also be used in cooking methods such as stir-frying, grilled fish, and steak, especially as a sprinkle salt during seasoning.
◆ Different from Other Regions: Origin, Raw Materials, and Manufacturing Method
On the remote island of Izu Oshima, where the Kuroshio Current hits, pure seawater is collected and processed using Japan’s traditional saltfield methods involving the sun, wind, and fire to produce "Umi no Sei Arashio." This is then processed with the traditional jar-baking method to produce "Umi no Sei Yaki Shio," which is light and easy to sprinkle.
◆ Traditional Jar-Baking Method Passed Down at Ise Jingu!
Traditional sea salt with high nigari content tends to be moist and difficult to turn into a dry, sprinkleable salt. "Umi no Sei Yaki Shio" is baked at high temperature based on the ancient method of the Misoshiodono Shrine, ensuring it remains dry and resistant to moisture.
◆ Lighter and Milder Than Arashio!
Baked at over 600°C, the bitter components such as magnesium chloride are broken down, resulting in a milder, less bitter, and more delicate flavor compared to Arashio.
◆ Same Composition, Different Texture!
Because it is baked at over 600°C, the nigari components (magnesium chloride) responsible for moisture are decomposed. Nonetheless, the amount of magnesium, an important nutritional element, remains unchanged.
Ingredients: Seawater (from off the coast of Izu Oshima)
Process: Sun-drying, open-pan, high-temperature baking
＜Umi no Sei’s Commitment＞
- Origin Principles: Raw materials and manufacturing locations are within Japan, except when using ingredients that cannot be sourced domestically, such as certain spices or sesame seeds produced in very small quantities.
- Raw Material Principles: Agricultural products are free from pesticides and chemical fertilizers, non-GMO, seasonal, and grown outdoors. Marine products are sourced from nearby natural waters. Livestock products are generally not used. No chemical additives or preservatives are used.
- Manufacturing Principles: Use traditional, natural, and physical methods. Modern, artificial, or chemical methods are avoided. Even when mechanization is employed, the basic processes are unchanged.
- Ingredient Principles: Respect the natural balance of ingredients. Do not excessively purify or remove specific components through extraction, refining, or synthesis.
- Flavor Principles: Respect the original taste of ingredients. Use salt to enhance natural flavors, avoiding artificial flavor enhancers, sweeteners, acids, or saltiness agents.
- Philosophical Principles: Honor the traditional food systems developed over thousands of years by our ancestors. When creating new foods, principles such as "Shin-to-Fu-ni" (unity of body and land), "Ippon Zentai" (whole of one thing), and "Yin-Yang Harmony" are strictly followed.
Product Name: Umi no Sei Yaki Shio Dining Bottle - Roasted Salt, Nigari, Izu Oshima, Sun-dried, Light, Table Salt
Contents: 60g × 5 bottles set
Ingredients: Seawater (off the coast of Izu Oshima)
Nutritional Information (per 100g):
- Calories: 0 kcal- Protein: 0 g- Fat: 0 g- Carbohydrates: 0 g- Salt equivalent: 93.98 g- Magnesium: 760 mg- Calcium: 430 mg- Potassium: 260 mg
Manufacturer/Seller: Umi no Sei Co., Ltd.
Shelf Life: Since salt can be stored long-term, no specific expiration date is set.
Storage: Store at room temperature. After opening, seal tightly and keep away from moisture.
Category: Food, Organic JAS
Country of Manufacture: Japan
【Disclaimer】
- The listed expiration date indicates the number of days from the manufacturing date. Please contact us for the actual date.
- Since inventory is shared with our website, stock shortages, backorders, or cancellations may occur depending on timing.
- Due to product renewal, packaging or product contents may differ slightly from the delivered item.
- Mail delivery is via post; cash on delivery is not available. Due to thickness restrictions (under 3cm), packaging is simplified.
- We are not responsible for external damage to the packaging.
Product Number: umisei-yksiobin5