In August 2023, we are featuring exclusive products from Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan. Hokkaido is the second-largest island of Japan located in the northernmost part of the country. It is known for its beautiful scenery and delicious and unique cuisine. Unique cuisine reflecting the natural environment and rich agricultural resources make Hokkaido a food lover’s paradise. From fresh seafood to produce, hearty soups to rich dairy products, Hokkaido offers a wide range of culinary options.
Visit Tokyo Central and Marukai Market at Gardena, Costa Mesa, West Covina, Yorba Linda, San Diego and Cupertino locations from Thursday, August 17 to Wednesday, September 13 to find local Hokkaido products!
Our Pick: 5 Products To Find At Hokkaido Fair!
- NISHIYAMA SEIMEN NEKKYO RAMEN – SHOYU – Sapporo style ramen with curly noodles and a Shoyu soup base.
- TOKACHI SEIKA SHIRATAMA ZENZAI – Lightly sweetened red bean paste topped with rice flour dumplings.
- WAKASAYA DORAYAKI DODORA – Dorayaki filled with red bean paste made from Hokkaido azuki beans.
- NOJIMA KOHAKU DANGO – SHOYU – The salty & sweet soy flavor sauce is a perfect match for the rice dumplings.
- DARUMA HOKKAIDO NATTO – This natto is made from very small grain soybeans produced in Hokkaido.
NISHIYAMA SEIMEN NEKKYO RAMEN – SHOYU
This Vegan Sapporo style Shoyu ramen is coming with curly noodles with a strong texture and firmness, and served with a soy-sauce flavored broth that has a firm sweetness and a hint of burnt garlic.
Halal-compliant product, free of animal-derived ingredients and alcohol.
TOKACHI SEIKA SHIRATAMA ZENZAI
The Zenzai red bean paste is made with azuki beans from Tokachi, Hokkaido, and topped with a large Shiratama sticky rice balls. The larger size Shiratama rice balls are melt-in-your-mouth soft, and the combination with the mildly sweet red bean paste is perfect.
It comes in a cup for easy portability, and can be eaten directly by opening the lid.
WAKASAYA DORAYAKI DODORA
Dorayaki filled with generous amount of red bean paste made from Hokkaido azuki beans. The appearance of the dorayaki is impressive, with a 3cm-thick layer of tsubuan (sweet bean paste) sandwiched between the dorayaki pancakes.
The combination of moderately sweet bean paste and the egg-rich dorayaki pancake are delicious in harmony.
NOJIMA KOHAKU DANGO – SHOYU
This Otaru local specialty rice dumpling has long been loved by the people in Hokkaido. The salty & sweet soy flavor sauce soaks into the dumplings, creating a unique flavor.
Since it is vacuum-packed, can be stored at room temperature. Enjoy freshly made soft and chewy dumplings anytime!
DARUMA HOKKAIDO NATTO
This natto is made from very small grain soybeans produced in Hokkaido. The soybeans are cooked softly and fluffy to bring out the natural flavor of the ingredients.
Includes Hokkaido Makombu Kelp seasoning sauce.
