Kyoto-style Yuba Takikomi Gohan (Seasoned Rice) Base is made with ingredients including yuba (tofu skin) crafted from domestically produced soybeans and chirimen (dried young sardines) caught domestically. It is finished with a rich Japanese-style broth flavored with bonito and kelp, complemented by the vibrant aroma of domestically sourced Japanese pepper.
- Uses sugar from Hokkaido and soy sauce made from domestically produced whole soybeans, enhancing the flavor of the ingredients.- Preserves the natural taste of the ingredients without using chemical seasonings, preservatives, or artificial fragrances.- Suitable for 2 cups of rice (serves 2-3 people).- Contains domestically sourced ingredients.
◆ About the Yuba
- Awarded the Monde Selection Gold Medal
We use "Yuba Shō Tsumi Age Yuba," which received the Gold Medal in the Monde Selection food division for three consecutive years: 2009, 2010, and 2011.
- An important nutritional source since ancient times
Yuba, brought to Satsuma Province Bōzu by the Chinese monk Shenxiu during the ancient times, has long been an essential nutritional source for Japanese monks and a staple in temple vegetarian cuisine.
- Carefully selected soybeans, water, and skilled craftsmanship
Uses 100% domestically produced whole soybeans carefully selected. The water is natural underground water filtered through the Shirasu plateau in Kagoshima.
Soybeans are dehulled while still dried, then crushed. The crushed soy (kuzu) is cooked in a double-boiling vessel, then strained to separate into soy milk and okara. Removing the soybean skins eliminates off-flavors and brings out the soy’s natural umami. The double-boiling process ensures even heating and aging, removing unpleasant odors. The method of crushing the soy and extracting soy milk is a crucial skill that influences the flavor of the yuba, relying on experienced craftsmanship.
- Carefully crafted by skilled yuba artisans
The prepared soy milk is heated in a yuba kettle, and the surface film formed is carefully picked by seasoned yuba artisans, resulting in a beautiful sheet of yuba. Our yuba factory is certified under FSSC22000, maintaining strict hygiene standards at all times.
We produce daily with carefully selected soybeans, water, rigorous hygiene management, and the dedication and skill of our craftsmen.
◆ How to Serve
1. Wash 2 cups of rice (if using no-wash rice, rinse lightly).
2. Add the same amount of water as usual for cooking.
3. Add one bag of this product and stir lightly.
4. Cook as you would regular rice, and once cooked, stir gently.
5. For enhanced flavor, serve with nori seaweed or chopped shiso leaves as desired.
＜About Soken-sha＞
A food company with over half a century of dedicated history.
When founded in 1968, during Japan’s high economic growth period, many chemically synthesized flavorings, colorings, and preservatives were being developed, and industrial processing methods for mass-produced processed foods rapidly increased.
Founder Takao Nakamura advocated that “what we eat and how we eat it are always connected to how we live. Improving our diet is about improving our way of life.” Concerned about the changing food environment in Japan, he established Soken-sha to deliver healthier food options.
Over more than fifty years, we have consistently pursued themes now recognized as Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Rather than following fleeting food trends, we maintain a perspective that questions, “Is this really okay for the environment and human health in the long term?” and propose alternative ideas by turning them into products.
We call this stance a “Countervision Company,” and we will continue to uphold a corporate attitude of making socially beneficial choices.
■ Product Name: Takikomi Gohan (Seasoned Rice) Base, Kyoto-style Yuba, Soken-sha Kyoto-style Yuba, Monde Selection
■ Content: 128g × 2 packs
■ Ingredients: Yuba [Soybeans (Hokkaido)], Carrot (domestic), Chirimen dried sardines [Shirasu (Shizuoka), Salt (Hyogo, Kagawa)], Soy sauce (domestic and overseas), Salt (Hyogo), Mirin (Thailand, Vietnam, domestic and overseas), Sugar [Beet sugar (Hokkaido)], Sake (domestic and overseas), Bonito flakes (domestic), Potato starch (Hokkaido), Brewing vinegar (Brazil), Yeast extract (UK), Kelp powder [Kelp (Hokkaido)], Japanese pepper (Wakayama, others). (Contains wheat and soybeans in some parts.)
■ Allergens (28 items): Wheat, Soybeans
■ Analytical Data (from the Japan Food Analysis Center): Per 128g bag
- Energy: 132 kcal- Protein: 12.2 g- Fat: 5.9 g- Carbohydrates: 7.7 g- Salt equivalent: 5.5 g
*These values are approximate.
■ Manufacturer / Distributor: Soken-sha
■ Expiration Date: 360 days from manufacturing date
■ Storage: Store in a cool, dark place avoiding direct sunlight and high temperatures/humidity.
■ Category: Food
■ Country of Manufacture: Japan
■ Notes: This product is manufactured in a facility that also produces products containing eggs, dairy ingredients, peanuts, and shrimp.
【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 may be out, back-ordered, or canceled depending on timing.- Packaging and product contents may differ slightly from the delivered product due to product renewal or updates.- Mail delivery is via post, and cash on delivery is not available. Due to thickness restrictions (under 3cm), packaging is simplified.- We are not responsible for damages to the outer packaging.
Product Number: soken-kyoyubago2