Blog

Get Cookin' with Umami Mart Spices
September 7, 2017
Are you a Japanese curry fanatic? Oaktown Spice Shop created and hand-blends our Japanese Curry Powder, a savory...
Make Your Next Cocktail in Our Sori Yanagi Glass
September 1, 2017
Designed by famed industrial designer Sori Yanagi, these elegant sake glasses have a pleasing overturned bell...
Umami Mart in the News: Collaboration Tea Series with Far Leaves
August 31, 2017
Thank you to Imbibe Magazine for featuring our Far Leaves collaborative teas in the September/October...
Barrel-Aged Forbidden Bitters by Miracle Mile
August 31, 2017
Featured in the Forbidden Oakland recipe are the Barrel-Aged Forbidden Bitters by Miracle Mile - aging their...
Introducing Our Sake Gumi Goods
August 24, 2017
We're excited to launch our Sake Gumi products - the tokkuri (carafe) and ochoko (sake...
Split + Sculpt with the Yamachu Anvil Ice Pick
August 11, 2017
The Yamachu Anvil Ice Pick is one of our sexiest bar tools - sleek, chic and sharp....
Start Dreamin' with the Honolulu Guide by Highlight Travel Co.
August 7, 2017
We love Hawaii - the surf, sand and spam musubi is all we need for much needed...
The Ubiquitous Kamenoko Tawashi Has a Fascinating Backstory
April 20, 2017
Although the Kamenoko Tawashi is one of the most popular household items in Japan, it originated from a failed invention.
Simple, But Special: Lacquered Bamboo Chopsticks
April 14, 2017
Our Black and Brown Bamboo Chopsticks are handmade by Wakasa craftspeople in Fukui Prefecture. Minimal in design. Great for everyday use, or for plating.
It's MAC, the Knife!
April 7, 2017
The MAC Santoku Knife is a reliably great everyday chef knife for all entry levels, from occasional home cook to professional chef. Made in Japan.
The New Gold Standard: Yukiwa Gold Boston Shaker Set
April 6, 2017
Made by renowned Japanese barware makers, Yukiwa, the Gold Boston Shaker Set consists of two high-quality gold-plated stainless steel tins.
As Seen in the Breakfast Club: Soy Sauce Dispenser for One
March 31, 2017
This glass soy sauce dispenser harkens back to that iconic lunch scene in The Breakfast Club. Pour yourself the perfect portion of shoyu. Handmade in Japan.