Soken-sha's Echizen Shokyoto Organic Pure Rice Vinegar is made using domestically grown organic rice and natural underground water from Ono, Fukui Prefecture—a region famous for its "Oshozu" water, which was selected as one of the 100 Remarkable Waters of Japan.
It features a mellow, refreshing taste and a floral aroma.
**Features*** This organic pure rice vinegar is crafted with great care and time, from the sake-making process to acetic acid fermentation, using domestically grown organic rice. (Acidity: 4.5%)* The sake is produced using traditional "Kanzikomi" (cold-season brewing) and "Sandan-shikomi" (three-stage brewing) methods. The resulting sake is then transformed into vinegar over approximately six months using the traditional "Seichi" (static) fermentation method with brewery-resident acetic acid bacteria.* Enjoy the umami unique to rice vinegar, along with a mellow, refreshing taste and a floral aroma. (It has almost none of the musty odor often associated with rice vinegar.)* The brewing water is natural underground water pumped from Ono, Fukui Prefecture—known as the "Little Kyoto of Echizen" and famous for its "Oshozu" water (one of the 100 Remarkable Waters). The water is further refined using filters manufactured by General Ecology, the maker of Seagull IV water purifiers.* Organic JAS Certified (Certification Body: JONA; Certification Number: JK011113PR).
**How to Use**Enhances the flavor of all types of cuisine, including Japanese, Western, and Chinese.
**About Soken-sha**Soken-sha is a specialty food company with a history spanning over half a century.
At the time of its founding in 1968, during Japan's period of rapid economic growth, many chemically synthesized food additives such as flavorings, colorings, and preservatives were being developed, and processed foods made via industrial methods for mass production were rapidly increasing. Based on his own experience of overcoming illness by improving his diet, founder Takao Nakamura advocated that "What we eat and how we eat are inevitably linked to how we live. To regulate one's diet is to regulate one's way of life." Feeling a sense of crisis regarding Japan's changing food environment, he established Soken-sha with the desire to deliver foods that lead to better health.
Initially, the company focused on delivering additive-free, traditional foods to those who needed them. Eventually, they began selecting raw materials with consideration for cultivation and rearing methods.
In response to the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides, they shifted to using pesticide-free, low-pesticide, and organically grown ingredients. Regarding the issue of battery cages for chickens, they adopted eggs from free-range hens. Furthermore, while discussing livestock meat from health and environmental perspectives, they developed 100% plant-based products, leading the market in these initiatives.
For over half a century, Soken-sha has consistently pursued themes that are now recognized as Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Rather than following food trends, the company maintains a critical eye, asking, "Is this acceptable for the long-term improvement of society, with awareness of the environment and human health?" and proposes alternatives in the form of products. We call this stance a "Counter-Vision Company" and will continue our corporate commitment to making good choices for society.
* **Product Name:** Soken-sha Echizen Shokyoto Organic Pure Rice Vinegar 500ml (Domestic Organic Additive-free Rice Vinegar)* **Volume:** 500ml x 6* **Ingredients:** Organically grown rice (Fukui, Ishikawa, Akita)* **Storage Instructions / Precautions:*** Storage: Store at room temperature in a dark place, avoiding direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity.* During summer, it is recommended to store in the refrigerator after opening.* **Manufacturer/Distributor:** Soken-sha* **Category:** Food* **Shelf Life:** 720 days from the date of manufacture
**Disclaimer*** The listed shelf life is the number of days from the date of manufacture. Please contact us for the actual expiration date.* Due to shared inventory with our own website, items may be out of stock, require back-ordering, or be subject to cancellation depending on timing.* Due to product renewals, the package or contents may differ slightly from the delivered product.* Mail-order (post-delivery) items are delivered to the mailbox. Cash on delivery is not available. Due to thickness restrictions (3cm or less), simple packaging is used. We are not liable for damage to the outer packaging.
**Product Number:** soken-echisu6