{"title":"Spring Cleaning 2023 Sale","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"gold-plated-long-hawthorne-strainer","title":"Gold-Plated Long Hawthorne Strainer","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis traditional Hawthorne-style strainer is distinctive with its long handle and heavy weight. Shake or stir your cocktail, and the tight coil helps to better strain out ice and any other ingredients as you pour the drink into a glass. The holes on the back of the strainer form a T-shape – a stylish, modern touch. The Gold-Plated Long Hawthorne Strainer fits onto most standard mixing glasses and Boston shakers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShow some flair behind the stick and go gold!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead about our visit to the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.umamimart.pro\/2014\/04\/visit-yukiwa-barware-factory-niigata\/\"\u003eYukiwa Factory\u003c\/a\u003e in Niigata, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eDimensions: 6.5\"H x 3.75\"W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eMaterial: Gold-plated stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yukiwa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39283203178575,"sku":"01-300-0005","price":56.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/hawthorn-long-gold-wh.jpg?v=1491951016"},{"product_id":"umami-mart-stainless-steel-cobbler-shaker","title":"Umami Mart Stainless Steel Cobbler Shaker","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn Japan, a three-piece cobbler shaker like this one is essential for the \u003cem\u003eHard Shake\u003c\/em\u003e, a cocktail shaking technique created by legendary bartender Kazuo Uyeda. But for more practical reasons, this shaker is ideal for its smaller size – it fits comfortably to your hand, and the lightness makes your 30-second shake more enjoyable and fun. Bring bling into your shake! It will surely impress all your guests, and make your cocktails magical! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck out how to properly use a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.umamimart.pro\/2011\/01\/happy-hour-whats-a-mixing-glass\/\"\u003ecobbler shaker\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on the Umami Mart blog!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatch Kazuo Uyeda demonstrate the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=VAJ1faS6Szg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eGinza Hard Shake\u003c\/a\u003e live from his bar in Tokyo, Tender Bar. (Video courtesy of hgarvey on Youtube.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead about our visit to the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.umamimart.pro\/2014\/04\/visit-yukiwa-barware-factory-niigata\/\"\u003eYukiwa Factory\u003c\/a\u003e in Niigata, Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eCapacity: 17 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: 8\"H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan by Yukiwa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Umami Mart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6483042305,"sku":"01-700-0001","price":98.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/yukiwa_ss_cobbler.jpg?v=1492131827"},{"product_id":"mac-professional-series-paring-knife-3-15","title":"MAC Professional Series Paring Knife 3.15\"","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMAC is known to make knives that are ergonomic with thin blades, so cuts are effortless and fatigue is the thing of the past. But when taking care of smaller jobs like peeling fruit, chopping garlic, or slicing small fish, you don't need a full-sized blade. That's why we've included the MAC Paring Knife as part of our knife collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis small paring knife is the most common size for peeling and paring. This knife is great for precision or intricate work on a cutting board. The pointed tip can be used for intricate melon or squash carving or simply for removing the stems from strawberries and tomatoes. S\u003c\/span\u003euitable for right-handed or left-handed chefs. Handwash only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur resident knife expert, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/ask-sushi-kuni-usuzukuri\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/ask-sushi-kuni-usuzukuri\"\u003eChef Kuni\u003c\/a\u003e (sushi chef and Kayoko's dad), says that this knife is ideal to cut small fish and fruit. Recommended for chefs and home kitchen use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 7.5\"L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade length: 3.5\", Blade height: 0.75\", Blade thickness 2.0mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolybdenum, stain-resistant alloy blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.1 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MAC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1137057441,"sku":"11-200-0009","price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/MAC_paring.jpg?v=1512503737"},{"product_id":"forbidden-bitters","title":"Forbidden Bitters","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe feel a little like we're entering Fantasy Island whenever we add a dash of Forbidden Bitters into our drinks. Spicy, exotic, and mysterious, this tincture by Los Angeles-based Miracle Mile Bitters Co. is based on traditional herbal aromatic bitters, and is most akin to Angostura bitters. Bold, flavorful, and earthy, it combines z\u003c\/span\u003eedoary, angelica root, galangal, vanilla, clove, cinnamon, and cardamom. It's a great addition for aged spirits that we'd like to think Ricardo Montalban would've approved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Our Blog:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/meet-miracle-mile\"\u003eMeet Louis Anderman of Miracle Mile Bitters Co.\u003c\/a\u003e by Kayoko Akabori\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/the-forbidden-cocktail\"\u003eHappy Hour: The Forbidden Oakland Cocktail\u003c\/a\u003e by Kayoko Akabori\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMiracle Mile \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eproprietor Louis Anderman recently launched \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/drunkardsalmanac.com\/?mc_cid%3D2325655aff%26mc_eid%3DUNIQID\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1635629626520000\u0026amp;usg=AFQjCNHlD_vV_yQpZGLhF2BFUyot0D95BQ\" href=\"https:\/\/drunkardsalmanac.com\/?mc_cid=2325655aff\u0026amp;mc_eid=UNIQID\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe Drunkard's Almanac\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with his brother, chronicling cocktail recipes that coincide with a commemorative day. The cocktails range from classic, pre-prohibition drinks, to newer renditions like the notable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/drunkardsalmanac.com\/in-cold-blood-cocktail-for-truman-capote\/?mc_cid%3D2325655aff%26mc_eid%3DUNIQID\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1635629626520000\u0026amp;usg=AFQjCNGTIGcpEJbw7B-rFEi_8qzV5P57Bw\" href=\"https:\/\/drunkardsalmanac.com\/in-cold-blood-cocktail-for-truman-capote\/?mc_cid=2325655aff\u0026amp;mc_eid=UNIQID\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIn Cold Blood\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e recipe in ode to Truman Capote. It is a fun and endlessly fascinating resource not only for recipes but for historical events. Check it out and follow them on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/drunkards_almanac\/?mc_cid%3D2325655aff%26mc_eid%3DUNIQID\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1635629626520000\u0026amp;usg=AFQjCNETAV9R96w3jTJ-4EbMLNsA-W9GCg\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/drunkards_almanac\/?mc_cid=2325655aff\u0026amp;mc_eid=UNIQID\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInstagram\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eCapacity: 4 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eMaterial: Glass bottle with plastic top\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eMade in Los Angeles, CA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Miracle Mile","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":7270325185,"sku":"07-200-0004","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/mm_forbidden.jpg?v=1491610424"},{"product_id":"curved-metal-flask","title":"Curved Metal Flask","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGo ahead and slip this super smooth flask into your back pocket. The curved shape is meant to snuggle up against your bottom. But the shape isn't the only cool feature of this covert drinking buddy. It also comes with a plastic funnel to make filling the flask with booze easy and neat, and it has both an inner and an outer screw cap – the latter to be used as a cup! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCapacity: approx. 8 \u003c\/span\u003eoz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 3.5\"W x .72\"D x 6.2\"H \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yukiwa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":26034427975,"sku":"01-900-0008","price":216.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/curved_flask4.jpg?v=1491528016"},{"product_id":"boston-shaker-set","title":"Boston Shaker Set`","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Boston Shaker Set by Yukiwa is simplicity at its very best. The set is made up of two high-quality stainless steel tins – one short, one tall. Together, the tins seal tightly for vigorous shaking and unseal easily for a clean pour. Just don't forget you'll need a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/barware-strainers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003estrainer\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"I love the Yukiwa Boston Shakers, their seal is superior compared to most widely used Japanese Boston Shakers and their weight is perfect for any craft bartenders shaking with heavier ice.\" - Kevin Diedrich, Pacific Cocktail Haven, SF\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapacity: 24 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: Large tin: 3.5\"W x 3.5\"D x 6.75\"H; short tin: 3.5\"W x 3.5\"D x 5.5\"H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yukiwa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32736296970,"sku":"01-700-0005","price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/yukiwa_tin.jpg?v=1491526562"},{"product_id":"gold-boston-shaker-set","title":"24K Gold Boston Shaker Set","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for a gold upgrade from our stainless steel Boston set, this Gold Boston Shaker Set just what you need. The set is made up of two high-quality gold-plated stainless steel tins – one short, one tall. Together, the tins seal tightly for vigorous shaking and unseal easily for a clean pour. Just don't forget you'll need a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/barware-strainers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003estrainer\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"I love the Yukiwa Boston Shakers, their seal is superior compared to most widely used Japanese Boston Shakers and their weight is perfect for any craft bartenders shaking with heavier ice.\" - Kevin Diedrich, Pacific Cocktail Haven, SF\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapacity: 24 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: Large tin: 3.5\"W x 3.5\"D x 6.75\"H; short tin: 3.5\"W x 3.5\"D x 5.5\"H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Gold-plated stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yukiwa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39208587722,"sku":"01-700-0006","price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/gp_boston_tin.jpg?v=1491950892"},{"product_id":"mac-nakiri-knife-6-5","title":"MAC Nakiri Knife 6.5\"","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eSlice greens and tomatoes like a ninja with this \u003cem\u003enakiri\u003c\/em\u003e knife. This knife by MAC is a\u003cspan\u003e double-edged \u003cem\u003eusuba\u003c\/em\u003e (vegetable knife) used for thinly slicing fruits and vegetables\u003c\/span\u003e. Thanks to its thin blade, nakiris will slice right through vegetables and meet your cutting board without the horizontal push and pull that can make vegetables raggedy or smushed. It c\u003cspan\u003ean also be used as a multi-purpose knife for slicing meats and seafood (but not through bone or frozen foods).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOur resident knife expert, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/ask-sushi-kuni-usuzukuri\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/ask-sushi-kuni-usuzukuri\"\u003eChef Kuni\u003c\/a\u003e (sushi chef and Kayoko's dad), says that this knife is ideal to cut cucumbers, daikon, and cabbage. Recommended for chefs and home kitchen use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe 6.5\" blade is comprised of \u003cspan\u003eforged molybdenum steel, the same material used for swords in Japan in the 14th century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003eThis forging method produces a blade that is both durable and easy to sharpen. The blade is ground on both sides – making it it a knife suitable for right-handed or left-handed chefs. The comfortable handle ensures stability when slicing and dicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eIf you love going to the farmers market and stocking up on greens, or are looking for a gift for your favorite vegetarian friend, this knife may be the answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 11.38\"L (6.5\"L blade)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Molybdenum steel, pakkawood handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MAC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12334342635599,"sku":"11-200-0008","price":127.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/mac_nakiri.jpg?v=1527201568"},{"product_id":"akashi-ume-whisky-btl-750ml","title":"Akashi Ume Whisky (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn late May and early June, during \u003cem\u003eume\u003c\/em\u003e season, Eigashima Shuzo combines freshly harvested ume plums and rock sugar with mature whisky for six months to a year. This results in a simple twist on a Japanese classic (\u003cem\u003eumeshu\u003c\/em\u003e is usually shochu-based). Highly recommended on the rocks!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEigashima Shuzo famed for its sake since the Edo period (1603-1868), is one of Japan's oldest whisky distilleries. The first to obtain their distillery license in 1919, they began making shochu and other spirits. Since \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e1984, they have been producing Akashi whiskies at their White Oak facility in the seaside town of Akashi, near Kobe. Today, they continue to produce sake, umeshu, whisky.\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Hyogo, Japan by Eigashima Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from malted barley, ume, and rock sugar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eABV 30.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25.3 fl oz (750ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Eigashima Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12386310160463,"sku":"06-900-0001","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/akashi_ume.jpg?v=1530394650"},{"product_id":"umami-mart-black-book-tote","title":"Umami Mart Black Book Tote","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMade of sturdy and organic cotton canvas, this tote is perfect as a day bag to carry a laptop or book. Show off your Umami Mart pride with this handsome black tote!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: Bag: 13” W x 16\" H \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: 100% cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the U.S.A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Umami Mart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12405389918287,"sku":"14-600-0007","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/um_booktote1.jpg?v=1532980957"},{"product_id":"10-5-oz-hard-strong-fino-stacking-glass-6-pack","title":"10.5 oz Hard Strong Fino Stack Glass (6-Pack)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA modern take on the classic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/hard-strong-stacking-glasses\"\u003eHard Strong Stack Glass\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, these thin, wide-mouthed glasses \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eare handsome on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e tabletop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade with Toyo-Sasaki's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlatinum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hard Strong glass strengthening technology, they're utterly durable and dishwasher safe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTestimony by an Umami Mart customer:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u2028“I dropped a Hard Strong glass on my granite counter top, then it bounced into my steel sink and nothing happened! I saw it with my own eyes in slow motion, sure it was going to shatter during the tumble. These are truly Hard Strong!”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRead about our visit to the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.umamimart.pro\/2014\/06\/tsg-hard-strong-glass-factory-chiba\/\"\u003eToyo-Sasaki Glass factory\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein Chiba, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse for: Water, beer, juice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapacity: 10.5 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 3\"D x 3\"H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Glass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u2028*This testimonial was given in March 2014, in regards to the Striped Double Rocks glass, which has the HS Platinum grade protection. Glassware breakage is inevitable but the extra HS coating (plus good care and a little luck) helps to prevent it when possible. Read more about the Hard Strong technology\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sasaki.co.jp\/e\/company\/technology\/hs.html\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Toyo-Sasaki Glass Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28281054429263,"sku":"","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/fino_short_B-21127CS_8dc98234-a671-4ddc-aa9e-bc54dae185e5.jpg?v=1565302397"},{"product_id":"13-5-oz-hard-strong-fino-stacking-glass-6-pack","title":"13 oz Hard Strong Fino Stack Glass (6-Pack)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA modern take on the classic \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/hard-strong-stacking-glasses\"\u003eHard Strong Stack Glass\u003c\/a\u003e, these thin, wide-mouthed glasses are handsome on any tabletop. Made with Toyo-Sasaki's Platinum Hard Strong glass strengthening technology, they're utterly durable and dishwasher safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTestimony by an Umami Mart customer:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u2028“I dropped a Hard Strong glass on my granite counter top, then it bounced into my steel sink and nothing happened! I saw it with my own eyes in slow motion, sure it was going to shatter during the tumble. These are truly Hard Strong!”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRead about our visit to the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.umamimart.pro\/2014\/06\/tsg-hard-strong-glass-factory-chiba\/\"\u003eToyo-Sasaki Glass factory\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein Chiba, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse for: Water, beer, juice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapacity: 13 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 3\"D x 3.75\"H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Glass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u2028*This testimonial was given in March 2014, in regards to the Striped Double Rocks glass, which has the HS Platinum grade protection. Glassware breakage is inevitable but the extra HS coating (plus good care and a little luck) helps to prevent it when possible. Read more about the Hard Strong technology\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sasaki.co.jp\/e\/company\/technology\/hs.html\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Toyo-Sasaki Glass Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28281134776399,"sku":"","price":132.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/fino_tall_B-21126CS_5703ea38-b25e-481a-bb35-6c0f669320c8.jpg?v=1565302409"},{"product_id":"den-sake-kasu-soap","title":"Den Sake Kasu Soap","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat's better than drinking Oakland's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/den-batch-no-4-pasteurized-sake-btl-17-oz\"\u003eDen Sake\u003c\/a\u003e? Lathering yourself up in it! Sake brewers in Japan are well known for their smooth, youthful skin, thanks to the lees that they work with everyday. Now you can have skin just like the brewers themselves!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted by the Bay Area's Den Sake Brewery and Heavenly Soap Company, this nourishing, moisturizing soap has a savory, ricey aroma, incorporating Den sake lees and natural ingredients. Use this gentle soap on your face, hands, or body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavenly Soap Co. products are always vegan, palm free and handmade in San Francisco, California. R\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eead our interview with Asako Hostetter of Heavenly Soap Co. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/interview-with-heavenly-soap-co-founder-asako\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/interview-with-heavenly-soap-co-founder-asako\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead about our visit to Den Sake Brewery on our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/den-sakes-yoshihiro-sako\"\u003eblog\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 3-1\/2\"L x 2-1\/2\" W x 1\"D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIngredients: Coconut oil, extra virgin olive oil, Calhikari sake kasu, unrefined shea butter, California rice bran oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaged in paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in San Francisco, California\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Heavenly Soap Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30687700713551,"sku":"14-300-0003","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/heavenly_den.jpg?v=1764196610"},{"product_id":"sake-shochu-talk","title":"Sake + Shochu Talk by Kayoko + Yoko","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eLooking for the ebook version? Find it \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/digital-sake-shochu-talk-ebook-by-kayoko-yoko\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/digital-sake-shochu-talk-ebook-by-kayoko-yoko\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e! \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's here – all you've ever wanted to know about sake and shochu in one nifty zine! An approachable, easy read, \u003cem\u003eSake + Shochu Talk\u003c\/em\u003e is in a Q+A format with Kayoko and Yoko, founders of Umami Mart. It's two zines in one!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eSake Talk\u003c\/em\u003e, Umami Mart Sake Director Yoko Kumano goes through the process of sake-making, ideal food pairings, and answers common questions like, \"Is warm sake bad?\" \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlip the zine around for Shochu Talk, written by Shochu Advisor Kayoko Akabori! She delves into the world of shochu and awamori, its origins, and how best to enjoy Japan's distilled beverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis full color zine is a labor of love that took over a year to produce, its innovative design by our multi-talented whiz Yoko. Now let's get talking about sake and shochu!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthors: Kayoko Akabori + Yoko Kumano\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePages: 58\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoftcover, full color\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished by Umami Mart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned by Yoko Kumano\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrinted in Oakland on recycled paper in 2019\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Umami Mart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31103131091023,"sku":"14-100-0058","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/sake_shochu_cover.jpg?v=1572635053"},{"product_id":"shochu-talk-pin","title":"Shochu Talk Pin","description":"\u003cp\u003eShow the world your love for shochu with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/sake-shochu-talk\"\u003eShochu Talk\u003c\/a\u003e Pin! This limited-edition metal pin depicts a ceramic bottle of shochu with the Umami Mart \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/shochu-gumi\"\u003eShochu Gumi \u003c\/a\u003e(our monthly shochu club) logo. As shochu and sake go hand-in-hand as Japan's national beverages, this pin pairs nicely with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/sake-talk-pin\"\u003eSake Talk Pin\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 1\"H x 1\/2\"W (pin)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned by Umami Mart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Umami Mart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31271752269903,"sku":"14-600-0002","price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/shochu_talk_pin-01.jpg?v=1573780673"},{"product_id":"onigiri-pin","title":"Onigiri Pin","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspired by our self-published zine, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/sake-shochu-talk\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSake + Shochu Talk\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this limited edition enamel pin are two furikake-flecked \u003cem\u003eonigiri\u003c\/em\u003e! We love rice balls and know you do too. Sport this pin if you love your mama's onigiri made with love, or the DIY onigiri found at conbini across Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 1\/2\"H x 1\/2\"W (pin)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned by Umami Mart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Umami Mart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31297168441423,"sku":"14-600-0006","price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/onigiri_pin.jpg?v=1575684399"},{"product_id":"birdy-cs500-cocktail-shaker","title":"Birdy CS500 Cocktail Shaker","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis shaker has\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e a sleek, sexy design that helps chill drinks and prevents watery cocktails. But we were completely sold on the Birdy after our friend Jim Meehan of beloved NYC speakeasy, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pdtnyc.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePlease Don't Tell (PDT)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, gave it his stamp of approval. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Arguably the easiest shaker to start with, the cobbler shaker is the most difficult to master, which is why I love the Birdy,\" Jim told us. \"Mix equal parts Savoy Hotel American Bar Manager Erik Lorincz's elegance and attention to detail with peerless Japanese steel fabrication and you get one beautiful piece of machinery.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ao-9ISfH6BI?rel=0\u0026amp;controls=0\u0026amp;showinfo=0\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHello, Birdy and bye bye, diluted drinks!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned by acclaimed bartender Erik Lorincz, formerly of the American Bar at the Savoy Hotel in London, and fabricated with precise engineering and high-quality stainless steel in Japan, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/birdy-bar-tools\"\u003eBirdy bar tools\u003c\/a\u003e are at the top of the class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse this shaker to make our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/poolside-cocktails\"\u003eShiso Shochu Mojito and Yuzu Salty Dog\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eCapacity: 17 oz \/ 500ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: 6\"H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel, micro-polished by hand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Birdy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32259071311951,"sku":"01-700-0004","price":205.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/birdyCS500_web.jpg?v=1596817253"},{"product_id":"mac-mighty-slicer-sashimi-knife-10-5","title":"MAC Mighty Slicer Sashimi Knife 10.5\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you've ever tried to prepare sashimi or sushi, you've probably learned pretty quickly that having the right knife makes a huge difference. Even the freshest fish doesn't make great sashimi if it's sliced poorly – you can easily ruin the texture, the look, and the taste of your most important ingredient with the wrong knife. Traditionally in Japan, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eyanagi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e knives – very sharp, slender single-beveled blade knives – are used to cut raw fish and soft meats with clean precision. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe're big fans of the Japanese-made \u003c\/span\u003eMAC Yanagi Knife\u003cspan\u003e, which is lightweight, ergonomic, but razor-sharp enough to prepare paper thin slices of hirame, melt-in-your-mouth cuts of toro, or bite-sized pieces of beef tataki with ease. Its long 10\" blade is forged with molybdenum steel, the same material used for making samurai swords. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou don't have to be a sushi chef to use a \u003c\/span\u003eMAC Yanagi Knife\u003cspan\u003e. Use it to expertly prepare beef carpaccio, Nova Scotia lox, or rare steak for pho. And just imagine slicing that holiday ham with one of these bad boys. Lookin' sharp, real sharp!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOur resident knife expert, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/ask-sushi-kuni-usuzukuri\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/ask-sushi-kuni-usuzukuri\"\u003eChef Kuni\u003c\/a\u003e (sushi chef and Kayoko's dad), says that this knife is ideal to cut sashimi, and even cucumbers. Recommended for chefs and home kitchen use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis MAC knife was forged with molybdenum steel, the same material used for swords in Japan in the 14th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe know that \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/youtu.be\/nybKlzwrMMo\"\u003eEric Ripert\u003c\/a\u003e, Thomas Keller, and sushi chef Kunio use MAC knives, but we didn't know MAC knives could do this! (Don't try this at home.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nsRle5n2lm4\" width=\"420\" height=\"315\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: 15.5\"L (10.5\"L blade)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMaterial: Molybdenum steel and pakkawood  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MAC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39381641199695,"sku":"11-200-0013","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/mac_slicer.jpg?v=1622072336"},{"product_id":"tsurushi-floating-moon-2020-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Tsurushi Floating Moon Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis bottle will be available to ship or for Local Pickup within one week. Pre-order now!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYachiyoden produces sweet potato shochu using 100% sweet potatoes grown on site at the distillery in Tarumizu, Kagoshima, a location East of Sakurajima\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003evolcano known for their \u003cem\u003eonsen\u003c\/em\u003e (hot springs)\u003cem\u003e. \u003c\/em\u003eTsurushi is distilled from sweet potatoes that are hung to dry before fermentation. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a \u003cem\u003emuroka\u003c\/em\u003e (unfiltered) shochu, it forgoes the standard charcoal filtration; the result is a drink full of intense sweet potato character. So intense in fact, that this shochu benefits from a little bit of decanting: we recommend letting it sit out for a few minutes after you pour it. It really opens up after some oxidation. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet notes toasted coconut, tropical fruit, and black pepper with an enchanting maple aroma and a slick, chewy texture. The importer recommended trying it chilled in a glass like a white wine.    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2020 Moon Series are seasonal releases which are intended by the distiller to be consumed young and fresh!  \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Kagoshima, Japan by Yachiyoden Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from Local Kagoshima \u003cem\u003eBeniharuka imo\u003c\/em\u003e (sweet potato) and \u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: white (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiltration: Muroka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25.3 fl oz (750ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yachiyoden Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39430064111695,"sku":"05-300-0035","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/tsurushi_imo_shochu.jpg?v=1624825974"},{"product_id":"stem-mixing-glass","title":"Stem Mixing Glass","description":"\u003cp\u003eLevel up your mixing game with this limited stemmed mixing glass from Tokyo. The bowl portion is made of seamless glass like in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/umami-mart-seamless-plain-mixing-glass\"\u003eSeamless Plain Mixing Glass\u003c\/a\u003e, but with a sturdy stem at the bottom. This glass is ideal for mixing drinks with minimal heat transference from holding the glass directly with your hand. The stem also makes it easier to hold the glass in place when mixing drinks, and will slightly elevate your work surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck out how to properly use a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.umamimart.pro\/2011\/01\/happy-hour-whats-a-mixing-glass\/\"\u003emixing glass\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on the Umami Mart blog!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eCapacity: \u003c\/span\u003e17.2 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 6.75\"H x 3.5\"D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sokichi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39430275039311,"sku":"04-600-0021","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/stem_mixing.jpg?v=1624213713"},{"product_id":"birdy-strainer","title":"Birdy ST82 Strainer","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA sleek and functional Hawthorne strainer that fits snugly into standard Boston shakers and mixing glasses. The strainer's lightweight and ergonomic design guarantees clean pours and less stress on your hands. Bonus concave dip in the center of the strainer separates egg whites from yolks and also acts as an absinthe spoon. You can also use this strainer to roll or throw cocktails. Genius!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDesigned by acclaimed bartender Erik Lorincz, formerly of the American Bar at the Savoy Hotel in London, and fabricated with precise engineering and high-quality stainless steel in Japan, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/birdy-bar-tools\"\u003eBirdy bar tools\u003c\/a\u003e are at the top of the class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note that this strainer is not recommended for our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/barware-mixing-glasses\/products\/stem-mixing-glass\"\u003eStem Mixing Glass\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/boston-shaker\"\u003eBoston Shakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 6.25\"H x 3.5\"D\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCare instructions included; hand washing recommended, no dishwasher\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMade by Yokoyama Kogyo in Aichi, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Birdy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39439074590799,"sku":"01-300-0008","price":77.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/birdy_hawthorne.jpg?v=1630361519"},{"product_id":"9-5-oz-hard-strong-short-wide-stacking-glass-6-pack","title":"9.5 oz Hard Strong Fino Stack Glass (6-Pack)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA modern take on the classic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/hard-strong-stacking-glasses\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/hard-strong-stacking-glasses\"\u003eHard Strong Stack Glass\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e, these thin, wide-mouthed glasses \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eare handsome on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e tabletop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade with Toyo-Sasaki's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlatinum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Hard Strong glass strengthening technology, they're utterly durable and dishwasher safe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTestimony by an Umami Mart customer:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u2028“I dropped a Hard Strong glass on my granite counter top, then it bounced into my steel sink and nothing happened! I saw it with my own eyes in slow motion, sure it was going to shatter during the tumble. These are truly Hard Strong!”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRead about our visit to the\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"http:\/\/blog.umamimart.pro\/2014\/06\/tsg-hard-strong-glass-factory-chiba\/\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/blog.umamimart.pro\/2014\/06\/tsg-hard-strong-glass-factory-chiba\/\"\u003eToyo-Sasaki Glass factory\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein Chiba, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUse for: Water, beer, juice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCapacity: 9.5 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions: 3\"D x 2.5\"H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaterial: Glass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u2028*This testimonial was given in March 2014, in regards to the Striped Double Rocks glass, which has the HS Platinum grade protection. Glassware breakage is inevitable but the extra HS coating (plus good care and a little luck) helps to prevent it when possible. Read more about the Hard Strong technology\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"http:\/\/www.sasaki.co.jp\/e\/company\/technology\/hs.html\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/www.sasaki.co.jp\/e\/company\/technology\/hs.html\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Toyo-Sasaki Glass Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39608230248527,"sku":"","price":108.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/9oz_HS_wide_stack_glass.jpg?v=1632678221"},{"product_id":"kabamaru-x-umami-mart-matsuri-furoshiki","title":"Kabamaru x Umami Mart Matsuri Furoshiki","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eKabamaru is a gray and black striped cat, and the leader of the pack. Every year we have a huge summer matsuri with food and drink vendors to celebrate our anniversary, and our dream was to have Kabamaru and his friends celebrate with us at our Matsuri! So we asked Hajime Okamoto, legendary artist and creator of Kabamaru, if he would collaborate with us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOur dreams came true in September 2021 when we “met” Okamoto-san over Zoom and sowed the seeds for the idea of this very special furoshiki (scroll through for a photo of Okamoto with his daughter Noriko). Using Umami Mart’s colors, the scene depicts Kabamaru and Co. celebrating with taiko, yakitori, \u003cem\u003ekakigori\u003c\/em\u003e, and sake. Notice the bright red accents and shimmering gold background. What a party!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOn the furoshiki, the Japanese calligraphy reads: \u003ci\u003eMatsuri da! Wasshoi, wasshoi, wasshoi, wasshoi!*\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis translates to: \u003ci\u003eIt’s a festival! Hurrah, hurrah, hurrah!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e*Wasshoi is a cheery chant often heard at festivals and celebrations\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWe are deeply honored that Okamoto designed an Umami Mart exclusive Kabamaru furoshiki. As we head into our 10th year, this collaboration is one of highlights we’ve experienced during Umami Mart’s lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHajime Okamoto was born in 1942 in Osaka and is a celebrated calligrapher and artist. He was greatly influenced by his time spent in China in the 80s, and returned to Japan to create the Kabamaru series in 1998. Okamoto calls his paintings \"Ink Pop Art\" and actively exhibits his work throughout the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse furoshiki to dress up a suit pocket for a wedding, wrap up your bento, a bottle of sake or wine as a gift, or wipe the sweat off your brow during your next hike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtwork by Hajime Okamoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 19 7\/8\"L x 19 7\/8\"W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: 100% cotton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Maruzen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39660077973583,"sku":"14-200-0029","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/um_kabamaru_whole.jpg?v=1641427018"},{"product_id":"glanz-collins-tumbler-13-oz","title":"Glanz Collins Tumbler (13 oz)","description":"\u003cp\u003eIntroducing the Glanz (グランツ) Double-Walled Stainless Steel Tumbler series from Yukiwa – the hammered diamond-patterned base and mirror finish \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003elook like they were zapped out of a luxury hotel bar from the future, and taken from the chrome-fantasy sketchbook of a 1950's mad drink scientist's workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYukiwa boasts the versatility of this series, offering them as ideal cups for beer, iced, and hot drinks; they cite a high level of insulation, resulting in tighter, creamy foam when drinking beer or carbonated drinks, and keeping hot drinks hot for longer. They claim to show you new flavors in your favorite drinks that you might not otherwise pick up in other vessels. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou'll have to see for yourself but likely, you will not be disappointed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis Collins Tumbler is the vessel of choice for your painstakingly crafted highballs, Gin Fizz, or Gin Sonic (aka our new summertime gin favorite - find a simple recipe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/sips-of-summer-gin-sonic-with-osuzu-gin\"\u003ehere on our blog\u003c\/a\u003e!). The narrower shape and tall height keep your ice nestled in nicely with your ingredients, as opposed to clattering around, disrupting your precious bubbles. We're really strict here at the shop and at our bar about ice, soda, and general highball craft, so it pleases us that there are cups like this made with maniacs like us (and you?) in mind.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese tumblers will delight the enthusiast in your life who appreciates the trifecta of style, durability, and functionality these vessels will bring to their beverage pursuits. These have the form-factor and polish to be shown off as single accent-pieces to surprise guests as well as the toughness and heft to make for a sturdy, everyday drinking companion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eCapacity: 13.5 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: 5.8\" H x 3.5\" W x 3.5\" L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan by Yukiwa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yukiwa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39991486251087,"sku":"01-900-0019","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/glanz_COLLINS_1916.jpg?v=1657840940"},{"product_id":"glanz-tumbler-12-oz","title":"Glanz Tumbler (12 oz)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroducing the Glanz (グランツ) Double-Walled Stainless Steel Tumbler series from Yukiwa – the hammered diamond-patterned base and mirror finish \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003elook like they were zapped out of a luxury hotel bar from the future, and taken from the chrome-fantasy sketchbook of a 1950's mad drink scientist's workshop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYukiwa boasts the versatility of this series, offering them as ideal cups for beer, iced, and hot drinks; they cite a high level of insulation, resulting in tighter, creamy foam when drinking beer or carbonated drinks, and keeping hot drinks hot for longer. 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