While working at Takashimaya department store I was exposed to a variety of ingredients and producers. It was a treat to be able to meet different purveyors, taste many different products, and develop a palate for Japanese ingredients. This sesame oil made in Kyoto was one of my favorites. Just a tiny bit of this will add aroma and flavor unlike mass produced sesame oil. This is sold at Takashimaya depachika in Tokyo or if you are in Kyoto you can visit the storeroom. This company produces a variety of sesame based products including sesame oil, rayu (chili sesame oil), nerigoma (toasted sesame paste in both black and white), salad dressing, and packets of sesame seeds. I highly recommend any of their products.
Yamada Seiyu
Kyoto-shi, Saikyo-ku, Katsuratatsumi
Phone: 075-394-3276
Monday - Saturday 9:00 - 17:30
closed Sunday and holidays
www.henko.co.jp
