There are many types of edible seaweed that are used in Japanese cuisine. Most common types are Nori, Kombu, Wakame, Hijiki, Arame and Tosaka seaweed. Edible seaweed is a nutritious and healthy ingredient that is rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, while low in calories and fat, making it a great option for those who are trying to eat a healthy diet.
It also contains umami, which can bring flavor to your dishes and be used as a condiment in addition to - or as a replacement for katsuo bonito. It is often the main ingredients to create umami for vegetarian or vegan dishes. 

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  • "MORIHAN Premium "Grade One" Yakinori, 8pcs.
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    MORIHAN

    "MORIHAN Premium "Grade One" Yakinori 8pcs.

    Morihan is a nori specialist, producing high quality nori sheets with traditional harvesting and drying methods, since 1901. They harvest their nori from the Ariake Saga area. Every year in January the harvest of that year comes in and the Morihan...
    ¥1,500
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  • "MORIHAN Temaki "hand rolls" Yakinori, 8pcs.
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    MORIHAN

    "MORIHAN Temaki "hand rolls" Yakinori, 8pcs.

    Morihan is a nori specialist, producing high quality nori sheets with traditional harvesting and drying methods, since 1901. They harvest their nori from the Ariake Saga area. Every year in January the harvest of that year comes in and the Morihan...
    ¥800
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  • OKUI High Quality Shio Kombu Bulk 2kg
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    OKUI KAISEIDO

    High Quality Shio Kombu 2kg

    This Shio Kombu is Matsuba Take Kombu in a 2kg pack. Matsuba Taki Kombu is made from high quality kombu from Shiraguchihama in Southern Hokkdaido. They are cut in pine needles (matsuba), cooked slowly, and carefully dried over time. The outside becomes...
    ¥14,418
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  • MORIHAN Signature Flat Yakinori, 8pcs.
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    MORIHAN

    MORIHAN Signature Flat Yakinori 8pcs.

    Morihan is a nori specialist, producing high quality nori sheets with traditional harvesting and drying methods, since 1901. They harvest their nori from the Ariake Saga area. Every year in January the harvest of that year comes in and the Morihan...
    ¥700
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  • OKUI Salted Nuts Mix with Kombu Dashi, 100g OKUI Salted Nuts Mix with Kombu Dashi, 100g
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    Salted Dashi Nuts Mix Loaded with Kombu Umami 100g

    This delicious nuts mix is sprinkled with kombu dashi and salt!The dashi (which is often used for cooking or soup stock) has a gentle flavor, and adds a delicious umami to the nuts.They are delicious as is, but you can also crush the nuts to add as a...
    ¥648
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  • Additive-free Salad Suki Konbu 5g OKUI additive-free Salad Suki Konbu 5g
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    OKUI KAISEIDO

    Additive-free Salad Suki Konbu 5g

    Salad Suki Konbu 5g (no chemical seasoning preservatives used): Healthy, rehydrated seaweedThey are cut to 8 cm x 12 cm.The harvest area is limited to the prestigious beach of kelp from southern Hokkaido, Osatsube beach.Rehydrate with water or lukewarm...
    ¥313
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  • Aromatic, Additive free Kombu Kelp Tea, 5 packs Aromatic, Additive free Kombu Kelp Tea, 5 packs
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    OKUI KAISEIDO

    Aromatic, Additive free Kombu Kelp Tea, 5 packs

    Producer:Okui KaisendoIngredients:???rishiri kombu seaweed, salt, glucose, powdered honey (contains dairy), matchaContents:5 packsShelf Life:1 yearJapan's Best Kombu Kelp ProducerThe company Okui Kaiseido has been established in 1871 and is now run by...
    ¥344
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    OKUI Battera Kombu Sheets 10pcs

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    Battera Kombu Sheets 10pcs

    Producer:Okui KaisendoIngredients:???Kombu Kelp, VinegarContents:10pc, 15g Shelf Life:6 Months Japan's Best Kombu Kelp ProducerThe company Okui Kaiseido has been established in 1871 and is now run by the fourth generation of the Okui family. The company...
    ¥518
  • Chopped, Dried ARAME Seaweed, 30g Chopped, Dried ARAME Seaweed, 30g
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    Chopped, Dried ARAME Seaweed, 30g

    ARAME seaweed is a heathy and easy to use seaweed typical for the Ise peninsula. Arame's light flavor is appreciated by many novices of cuisine with sea vegetables.It contains a large amount of minerals, such as calcium, iodine, iron, magnesium, and...
    ¥432
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  • Decorative KISSHO Kelp for strong dashi 2 pc. OKUI KISSHO Kelp for strong dashi, 2 pc.
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    Decorative KISSHO Kelp for strong dashi 2 pc.

    These cleverly constructed KISSHO kelp are perfect for dishes like Yudofu and yosenabe soup stock. The shape has been used traditionally so that the kombu is easy to take from soup once the dashi is ready. It is made by tying two pieces of Yamadashi kelp...
    ¥594
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  • Easy-to-Use Rausu Kombu Powder 50g
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    OKUI KAISEIDO

    Easy-to-Use Rausu Kombu Powder 50g

    A great solution for those who want to enjoy the flavor and umami of kombu without cooking or experimenting in the kitchen. High quality Rausu kombu is made into powder form, so you can effortlessly add it to any of your dishes. Mix it with rice,...
    ¥669
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  • Easy-to-Use Rishiri Kombu Powder 50g
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    OKUI KAISEIDO

    Easy-to-Use Rishiri Kombu Powder 50g

    A great solution for those who want to enjoy the flavor and umami of kombu without cooking or experimenting in the kitchen. High quality Rishiri kombu is made into powder form, so you can effortlessly add it to any of your dishes. Mix it with rice,...
    ¥669
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  • KANERYO Dried Seaweed Salad TAKE, 100g

    KANERYO

    KANERYO Dried Seaweed Salad TAKE, 100g

    Wakame (56%), Akatsunomata (21%), White Kirinsai (12%), Kuki-wakame (4%), Agar-agar (3%), Suginori Red (2%), Suginori Green (2%)
    ¥1,680
  • OKUI Kombu Gift Set "Japanese Dinner Table Essentials", 8 items
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    OKUI KAISEIDO

    Kombu Gift Set "Japanese Dinner Table Essentials", 8 items

    Producer:Okui KaisendoIngredients:???mixed. (incl. soybeans, wheat, fishContents:8 items (box size 32.5??22??8cm)Shelf Life:4 months ~ 1 year Japan's Best Kombu Kelp ProducerThe company Okui Kaiseido has been established in 1871 and is now run by the...
    ¥5,400
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