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The origin and history of seaweed | Seaweed trivia | Yamamotoyama for all things seaweed

Nori has a very long history and is a traditional food ingredient that has been familiar to the Japanese people since the Jomon period. Over the years, it has evolved into roasted nori, sheet nori,...

What is the expiration date for seaweed? How long is it safe to eat?

Nori is often received as a gift. Some people may have put it away carefully and then a lot of time passes. Here, we will introduce the expiration dates of nori, which vary depending on the type, a...

A very popular gift! Why high-quality seaweed is chosen as a gift [Introducing Yamamotoyama's recommended gifts]

In fact, seaweed is one of the most auspicious foods. For this reason, it is highly valued as a gift, especially for the year-end and mid-year gifts. In this article, we will introduce seaweed as a...

The logical relationship between seaweed and rice

When we think of seaweed, we think of many people who eat it together with rice, such as in onigiri rice balls or nori bento lunches, but this actually makes a lot of sense. In this article, we wil...

What is "Hatsu-Nori"? The best season for seaweed

Nori seaweed can be seen all year round, but it does have its own season. In this article, we will introduce the best season for nori seaweed, how to select the first nori seaweed of the season, an...

Seaweed grade and grading inspection

Did you know that the seaweed we eat every day comes in a variety of grades? This time, we will introduce you to seaweed grades and grading inspections.

The taste of seaweed varies depending on where it is produced.

The taste of nori varies depending on where it is produced. In this article, we will introduce the characteristics of nori from each production area, such as Ariake and Setouchi, and the factors th...

Relax with the aroma! The surprising relaxing effects of roasted green tea and how to brew it deliciously

What are the surprising effects of Hojicha? There is actually scientific evidence that drinking Hojicha makes you feel relaxed and calm! We will explain scientifically why Hojicha is good for both ...

Make your tea even more delicious! Tips on choosing the right water and brewing it

How to choose the right water to make your tea taste better! Is it actually the right thing? We'll reveal the secrets of choosing the right water to make delicious tea.

Do you prefer crispy or soft seaweed for your onigiri rice balls?

Nori seaweed is a staple on onigiri. Do you like it crunchy or moist?