Chef's Tasting Box

**Smoked Tamari Soy Sauce:** Soybeans, salt
**Bafun Uni Salt:** Uni (sea urchin), salt, salted uni (sea urchin roe, salt)
**Shio Koji Sauce:** Rice koji, sea salt
**Soy Koji Sauce (if included):** Rice koji, soy sauce (soybeans, wheat)
**Sweet Koji Sauce (if included):** Rice koji
**Umami Dashi Pack Tomato:** Tomato powder, onions, salt, sugar, tomatoes, starch hydrolysate, yeast extract, basil, oregano
**Yuzu Kosho Paste:** Yuzu, green chili pepper, salt
**Rinkosan Black Vinegar:** Brown rice

Contains: soybeans (Smoked Tamari Soy Sauce).
Bafun Uni Salt contains sea urchin.
If your box includes Soy Koji Sauce, it contains soybeans and wheat.
All three koji sauces are made in a facility that also handles soybeans.
Yuzu Kosho Paste is made on shared equipment that also processes soybeans, wheat, fish (mackerel), and sesame.

#What's inside (6 items):
・Smoked Tamari Soy Sauce — 70 ml / 2.36 fl oz
・Bafun Uni Salt — 10 g / 0.35 oz
・Koji sauce, one (1) of Shio, Soy, or Sweet — 180 g / 6.34 oz
・Umami Dashi Pack Tomato — 35 g / 1.23 oz (7 g × 5 packets)
・Yuzu Kosho Paste — 90 g / 3.17 oz
・Rinkosan Black Vinegar — 150 ml / 5.07 fl oz

Shio Koji Sauce is pictured. The variety included may differ depending on the production lot and availability.

Every set comes in a House of Umami presentation box at no additional charge.
For an extra touch, choose optional furoshiki wrapping in one of four patterns: Cranes (Blue), Mimosa, Mushrooms, or Sakura.

Limited quantities. Available while supplies last.

Some ingredients work beautifully as finishing touches, while others build depth during cooking. Several do both.

#Suggested Uses
・**Grilled meats and seafood:** brush with a few drops of Smoked Tamari just before serving for a gentle smoky finish without using a smoker
・**Braises, stews, and chili:** stir in a splash of Smoked Tamari near the end to deepen the base
・**Sashimi and crudo:** finish with a pinch of Bafun Uni Salt just before serving
・**Steamed rice and vegetables:** sprinkle Bafun Uni Salt over the top just before serving
・**Clear broths:** add Bafun Uni Salt to the hot broth and cover briefly to hold in the aroma
・**Chicken and white fish:** marinate in Shio Koji Sauce before grilling or roasting, or use it in place of salt in stir-fries and dressings
・**Marinades, stir-fries, sauces, and vegetable dips:** use Soy Koji Sauce to add savory depth
・**Glazes, marinades, and desserts:** use Sweet Koji Sauce as an alternative to sugar or mirin
・**Minestrone, bolognese, and cream sauces:** steep a Tomato Dashi packet in the liquid, or tear it open and stir in the powder
・**Sashimi and braised short ribs:** add a small dab of Yuzu Kosho Paste for citrus heat
・**Vinaigrettes and grilled meats:** use Rinkosan Black Vinegar for gentle acidity and subtle rice sweetness
・**Gyoza:** mix Rinkosan Black Vinegar with soy sauce and grated ginger for a dipping sauce

**Smoked Tamari Soy Sauce:** Refrigerate after opening. For best quality, use promptly.
**Bafun Uni Salt:** Store at room temperature in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
**Shio / Soy / Sweet Koji Sauce:** Store in a cool, dry place and keep the package sealed. Temperature changes or sunlight may cause browning; this does not affect quality.
**Umami Dashi Pack Tomato:** Store in a cool, dry place away from light.
**Yuzu Kosho Paste:** Store unopened at room temperature, away from heat and direct sunlight. Refrigerate after opening.
**Rinkosan Black Vinegar:** Shake well before use. Store unopened in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Refrigerate after opening. Sediment or a darker color may appear over time; this does not affect quality.

Each item carries its own best-before date on the package.

#Can I choose which koji sauce comes in the Chef's Tasting Box?
Each box includes one 180 g koji sauce: Shio, Soy, or Sweet Koji Sauce. Because they are made in small batches, the type depends on the lot and availability. If you prefer a specific type, add a note in your cart, and we will accommodate it when inventory allows. Soy Koji Sauce contains soybeans and wheat. If you have food allergies, please contact us before ordering, as we cannot guarantee a specific koji variety.

#Is the Chef's Tasting Box vegan?
No. Bafun Uni Salt is made with sea urchin. According to their ingredient lists, the other five items contain no animal ingredients.

#What is the difference between tamari and regular soy sauce?
Standard Japanese soy sauce is brewed from roughly equal parts soybeans and wheat. Tamari is made almost entirely from soybeans and with far less brine, which gives it a thicker texture, darker color, and deeper umami. The Smoked Tamari in this box is made from soybeans and salt only.

#Can I send the Chef's Tasting Box as a gift?
Yes. Every set comes in a House of Umami presentation box at no additional charge. For an extra touch, choose optional furoshiki wrapping in one of four patterns: Cranes (Blue), Mimosa, Mushrooms, or Sakura.

#How long does the Chef's Tasting Box take to arrive?
During the holiday season, processing and delivery may take longer than usual. Please order well in advance of your intended gift date. Delivery dates are estimates and cannot be guaranteed. For more details, please see our Shipping Policy.