This mark is given by Japan’s National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center to products that pass strict standards for sodium reduction, flavor, etc.
This is our corporate logo.It is pronounced “Ku-ra-kon.”
100% of the Kombu seaweed contained in this product was produced in Hokkaido.Hokkaido is located in the northernmost region of Japan and is famous for its production of fresh marine products.
No KOMBU, No life
The name of this product is BUCHO (Savory Kombu Seaweed 40％ less Sodium than regular variety).Hokkaido-grown Kombu seaweed is carefully cooked and flavored in a way that retains its inherent delicious taste. It contains 40% less sodium than the regular BUCHO product.
In Japanese cuisine, Kombu seaweed dashi stock is used as a flavor base, which makes it the most important ingredient for making Japanese food.
Dashi stock highlights and balances the delicious taste of the ingredients of dishes, giving the dishes umami flavor and more depth.
Umami, the origin of the delicious flavor, was discovered from Kombu seaweed. Kombu seaweed is rich in umami.
Kombu seaweed also contains dietary fiber (fucoidan, alginic acid), calcium, and potassium.
This product is certified by Japan’s National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center (NCVC). The NCVC is Japan’s pinnacle medical research institute, specializing in the cerebral and cardiovascular systems.As part of its activities for the prevention of cardiovascular disease, it conducts activities designed to bring out delicious flavors in foods with reduced sodium.
per bag [25g]
This product contains 40% less sodium than the regular BUCHO.
Call me BUCHO. I am the talented General Manager of Kurakon who keeps coming up with new serving suggestions for Savory Kombu Seaweed. You cannot talk about Japanese cuisine without eating Savory Kombu Seaweed.
*The stamped date is in Year-Month-Day order.
1 Serving
2.Blanch the spinach briefly in salted boiling water, then plunge it into cold water. Strain, squeeze out any excess moisture, and cut it into 5 cm pieces.
1.Dress with BUCHO and sesame seeds and serve.
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Serve and
6 serving per container
Serving Size4g
Amount per serving
Calories
10kcal
% Daily Value
Total Fat
0g
0%
Saturated Fat
0g
0%
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol
0mg
0%
Sodium
160mg
7%
Total Carbohydrate
2g
1%
Dietary Fiber
less than 1g
2%
Total Sugars
less than 1g
Includes less than 1g Added Sugars
1%
Protein
0g
Vitamin D
0mcg
0%
Calcium
10mg
0%
Iron
0mg
0%
Potassium
60mg
0%
25g
PRINTED AT BOTTOM ON PACKAGE FRONT
STORE AT ROOM TEMPERATURE, AVOID DIRECT SUNLIGHT, HIGH HEAT, AND HUMIDITY.
●Reference
The table salt equivalent per 6 grams is 0.6 grams.6 grams is the recommended quantity of BUCHO to be used as a topping for one bowl of rice (approx. 140 grams).
The manufacturer is KURAKON FOODS Corporation. For over 100 years, since its foundation in 1921 and as the leading Kombu seaweed company, we have been manufacturing and distributing healthy foods with a focus on Kombu seaweed and other algae. We will continue to make products that will deliver smiles and excitement to our many customers.
Address : 2-1-3 Shodaitajika, Hirakata, Osaka, 573-1132 ,Japan
●This ingredient is made with soybeans that have been broken down before use, adding extra umami flavor and depth.
●This ingredient is made with bread yeast that has been broken down before use, adding extra depth of flavor.
DAIRY, WHEAT, SOY
*1.Wheat is derived from soy sauce.
*2.This product's seaweed is harvested from areas where shrimp and crustaceans may be present.
SHRIMP, CRAB, WALNUT, BUCKWHEAT, EGG, PEANUT, ALMOND, ABALONE, SQUID, SALMON ROE, ORANGE, CASHEW NUT, KIWI, BEEF, SESAME, SALMON, MACKEREL, CHICKEN, BANANA, PORK, MACADAMIA NUTS, PEACH, JAPANESE MOUNTAIN YAM, APPLE, GELATIN
*Information required by law in Japan
