Shibanuma 18th-Generation Naturally Brewed Soy Sauce

Shibanuma · Japan (Tsuchiura, Ibaraki Prefecture)
Seasonings Soy Sauce Ambient Established export

Shibanuma has produced soy sauce and Japanese seasonings in Tsuchiura for over 330 years across 18 generations, founded by Shozaemon Shibanuma in 1688. It is regarded as one of Japan's elite traditional makers and maintains an English-facing site and export operations. The range spans koikuchi naturally brewed shoyu, ponzu, and tsuyu. Targets overseas Japanese-food and gourmet channels.

The supplier330+-year, 18-generation Ibaraki brewery; broad seasoning portfolio incl. ponzu and tsuyu
Why it sells abroad330+ years, 18 generations; full seasoning house (shoyu + ponzu + tsuyu)

Buyer's brief ✓ SOURCES VERIFIED

CertificationsHalal: (confirmed) — Shibanuma Soy Sauce Co. holds halal certification (Japan Islamic Trust, registration CIV-0221, certified 07/2024, valid to 06/2027); produces alcohol-free soy sauce for halal use. Founded 1688 (Tsuchiura, Ibaraki); exports to 35+ countries since 2010. Kosher: not publicly verified.
Pack formatsRetail: 360ml / 500ml / 1L. Foodservice/industry: 1.8L; take-out sachets 3-30g; 1,000L containers for food factories.
Shelf life18-24 months unopened.
StorageCool, dark place; refrigerate after opening recommended.
Minimum orderTypical: pallet-level for direct export
Lead timeTypical: 6-10 weeks
CapacityTypical: medium regional brewery
Container loadTypical: FCL possible for larger importers
PricingTypical: USD 10-18 retail per 500ml premium koikuchi
OEM / private label(confirmed) Explicit PB/OEM production — small lots from 300L; private-brand labels; wide pack range (sachets 3-30g, 30ml-1.8L bottles, 1,000L IBCs for food factories).
Wholesale & MOQTrue
Key exporters & distributorsShibanuma export division, Japanese-grocery importers
Export regulationSoy + wheat allergen labeling; naturally brewed (no MSG in premium lines); not gluten-free
Market demandSolid in Japanese-grocery and gourmet channels
How to source itShibanuma export division -> importers / Gulfood presence -> overseas grocers & restaurants (35+ countries).
Verified sourceshttps://halal.islam.or.jp/certifications/shibanuma-soy-sauce-co-ltd/; https://www.shibanuma.com/en/company/quality.html; https://www.shibanuma.com/en/company/global.html
MakerShibanuma Shoten (founded 1688)
OriginJapan (Tsuchiura, Ibaraki Prefecture)
CategorySeasonings / Soy Sauce
Available inUnited States, United Kingdom, Singapore, Australia
HandlingAmbient
Price tierPremium
ChannelSpecialty
Export readinessEstablished export
HS code2103.10
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