{"product_id":"onigiri-kit-japanese-rice-ball-making-50869","title":"WabiSabi Kitchen Onigiri Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eDescription\u003cbr\u003eWABISABI KITCHEN – ONIGIRI KIT\u003cbr\u003eJapanese Rice Ball Making Set\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe carefully curate and send only the foods that we can truly recommend from Japan.\u003cbr\u003eDue to export restrictions, many fresh ingredients cannot be shipped overseas — but within those limitations, we thoughtfully select items that still capture the true taste of Japan.\u003cbr\u003eEach kit is composed of products we genuinely love, chosen for their quality, history, and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnigiri (Japanese rice balls) are one of Japan’s most quiet and essential home foods.\u003cbr\u003eThey’re not “fast food” in Japan — they’re the kind of small meal made for daily life: for work breaks, school lunches, travel, and simple moments at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Onigiri Kit is designed to help you experience that calm simplicity through two things:\u003cbr\u003e• a well-made tool that makes shaping easy and beautiful\u003cbr\u003e• seasonings with deep, authentic Japanese flavor that make plain rice feel complete\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the center of the set is a hinoki wooden onigiri mold, made in Japan.\u003cbr\u003eHinoki (Japanese cypress) is valued for its clean aroma and smooth grain, and it gently shapes rice into soft, balanced triangles without needing special skill. The result feels natural and handmade — simple, quiet, and satisfying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo season your rice, the kit includes premium Ariake nori (seaweed) and three classic rice seasonings:\u003cbr\u003e• Yukari (shiso plum) – bright, tangy, and refreshing\u003cbr\u003e• Shio Kombu (salted kelp) – savory, ocean-deep umami\u003cbr\u003e• Hanamusubi furikake – a dried vegetable blend with layered texture and gentle fragrance\u003cbr\u003e  (nozawana, ao-jiso, red turnip, daikon, shibazuke, carrot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd for finishing, this set includes Rokusuke Salt — a special umami salt created by Chef Shozo Takano, owner of the famed Akasaka restaurant “Kushiyaki Rokusuke.”\u003cbr\u003eInfused with natural umami from dried shiitake, kombu, and dried scallops, it has a deep, rounded savoriness that is clearly different from ordinary salt. Even a small pinch melts softly on the tongue and spreads a calm, lingering richness through warm rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit is not about novelty or decoration.\u003cbr\u003eIt is about experiencing the quiet depth of Japanese home flavors — with honest ingredients and tools made to be used every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContents\u003cbr\u003e• Hinoki wooden onigiri mold – made in Japan\u003cbr\u003e• Yukari (shiso plum rice seasoning)\u003cbr\u003e• Shio kombu (salted kelp)\u003cbr\u003e• Hanamusubi furikake – dried vegetable blend\u003cbr\u003e  (nozawana, ao-jiso, red turnip, daikon, shibazuke, carrot)\u003cbr\u003e• Ariake seaweed (nori)\u003cbr\u003e• Rokusuke umami salt\u003cbr\u003e• Recipe card (English)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the Hinoki Onigiri Mold\u003cbr\u003e• Made in Japan\u003cbr\u003e• Natural hinoki wood\u003cbr\u003e• Creates soft, gently shaped rice balls\u003cbr\u003e• Designed for simple, mindful cooking\u003cbr\u003eWith use and care, the wood develops a deeper tone and character over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout Rokusuke Salt\u003cbr\u003e• Created by Chef Shozo Takano (“Kushiyaki Rokusuke,” Akasaka, Tokyo)\u003cbr\u003e• Umami infused using dried shiitake, kombu, dried scallops, and other ingredients\u003cbr\u003e• Produced through an original method\u003cbr\u003e• Deep, rounded umami that melts softly on the tongue\u003cbr\u003eA refined finishing salt that elevates rice with quiet richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003cbr\u003e1) Shape warm rice using the hinoki mold\u003cbr\u003e2) Season lightly with Rokusuke Salt\u003cbr\u003e3) Add Yukari, Shio Kombu, or Hanamusubi to taste\u003cbr\u003e4) Wrap gently with Ariake nori\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA simple meal — calm, balanced, and deeply satisfying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Notes\u003cbr\u003e• Ships directly from Japan\u003cbr\u003e• All included ingredients are export-safe\u003cbr\u003e• Fresh or perishable items are not included due to export restrictions\u003cbr\u003e• We intentionally choose shelf-stable ingredients that still reflect authentic Japanese flavor\u003cbr\u003e• Packaging design may vary slightly by production lot (contents remain the same)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WabiSabi Kitchen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53022961762611,"sku":null,"price":56.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/7130\/7827\/files\/IMG_2477-Photoroom.jpg?v=1771651675","url":"https:\/\/wabisabikitchen.net\/products\/onigiri-kit-japanese-rice-ball-making-50869","provider":"WabiSabi Kitchen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}