Shiino Foods' Tuna Shuto is our original shuto, fermented by long-term salt-aging and maturation of only tuna stomachs.

With its natural umami and deep richness, it is excellent as a snack with sake, or with hot rice. It also serves as a natural umami seasoning, "fish hormone," and is useful as a hidden flavor in various Japanese, Western, and Chinese dishes such as pasta, dressings, and all-purpose sauces.

**What is Shuto?**
Shuto is a type of salted and fermented seafood, primarily made from rare parts of bonito or tuna that have been salt-aged and matured for a long period. Its flavor has long been favored by sake enthusiasts.

Currently, it is widely used in cooking, from main dishes to hidden ingredients, leveraging the deep umami from long-term fermentation, unique to fermented foods, as a "Japanese-style anchovy" ingredient.

When served on cream cheese, it becomes a simple appetizer. Tuna shuto pizza is an excellent combination, and when added to olive oil or butter, it creates a superb sauce, elevating your everyday dishes.

"A dining table with shuto" for delicious smiles.

* "Japanese-style anchovy" is an expression that refers to the usage of the product, not its ingredients or manufacturing method.

◆ **National Top Share**
President Matsugoro Shiino III quickly recognized the deliciousness of "shuto" and began its development in 1949, shortly after the war. He succeeded in developing and producing "Katsuo Shuto" from the raw materials of bonito salt-cured products, which they had been making. Unlike other processed seafood products, shuto's high storability at room temperature for one year led to its widespread acceptance across the country. Then, in 1958, as the popularity of Katsuo Shuto became established, development began on "Maguro Shuto" to create the next shuto product. Our company was the first to achieve mass production, and as the original Maguro Shuto, its smooth texture has been favored, leading to its current national top share, on par with Katsuo Shuto.

◆ **History of Shuto**
Japan has an ancient culture of food made from fish and shellfish entrails. Among these, "Shuto" is a food made by maturing rare parts of bonito and tuna. Records show it has been consumed for about 300 years, and it is said to have been named because "it makes you drink more sake, making you want to steal sake, so much that your chopsticks keep going."

* It is also sometimes made from various other fish such as salmon, sea bream, and saury.

◆ **Shuto Day**
April 10th is "Shuto Day."
"Shuto," which has been loved in Japan since ancient times. Our company established "Shuto Day" with the wish to pass on this traditional taste to the present. (Certified by the Japan Anniversary Association)
The date is a play on words: "4 (shi)" and "10 (tou)."

■ **Product Name:** Shuto Tuna Anchovy Shiino Foods Maguro Shuto Appetizer Tuna Tuna Shuto Salt-Aged Natural Ornithine Snack Seasoning Fermented Food
■ **Contents:** 280g x 10
■ **Ingredients:** Tuna, Salt, Doubanjiang (fermented chili bean paste), etc.
■ **Manufacturer or Seller:** Shiino Foods
■ **Shelf Life:** 360 days from the date of manufacture (unopened)
■ **Storage Method:** Store away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, and high humidity. After opening, store in the refrigerator and consume as soon as possible.
■ **Classification:** Food
■ **Country of Manufacture:** Japan

**Disclaimer:**
* The shelf life indicated is the number of days from the date of manufacture. Please inquire for the actual expiration date.
* Due to sharing inventory with our own website, it may be out of stock, require ordering, or be canceled depending on the timing.
* Due to product renewals, packaging and product contents may differ slightly from the delivered product.
* Mail delivery is a post-drop service. Cash on delivery is not available. Due to thickness restrictions (3cm or less), it will be packaged simply.
* We are not responsible for damage to the outer packaging.

Product Number: shiino-msyuto10