--- product_id: 28698926 title: "Yamaroku Aged 2 Years Soy Sauce with Bonito & Kelp Stock Kiku Tsuyu, 18 Ounce" brand: "yamaroku" price: "€ 88.14" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Yamaroku" url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/28698926-yamaroku-aged-2-years-soy-sauce-with-bonito-and-kelp store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # bonito & kelp stock infusion no preservatives, pure umami 2 years aged in kioke barrels Yamaroku Aged 2 Years Soy Sauce with Bonito & Kelp Stock Kiku Tsuyu, 18 Ounce **Brand:** yamaroku **Price:** € 88.14 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ•°οΈ Unlock the ultimate umami legacy in every drop! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Yamaroku Aged 2 Years Soy Sauce with Bonito & Kelp Stock Kiku Tsuyu, 18 Ounce by yamaroku - **How much does it cost?** € 88.14 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/28698926-yamaroku-aged-2-years-soy-sauce-with-bonito-and-kelp) ## Best For - yamaroku enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted yamaroku brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Clean & Pure:** No preservatives or chemical seasoningsβ€”just authentic, natural ingredients. - β€’ **Umami Powerhouse:** Infused with natural bonito flakes and kelp stock for a rich, mild, and complex flavor profile. - β€’ **Tradition Meets Taste:** Brewed and aged for 2 years using ancient kioke wooden barrels for unmatched depth. - β€’ **Limited Heritage Craft:** Experience a rare, fading Japanese brewing tradition with less than 1% of soy sauce made this way. - β€’ **Versatile Culinary Essential:** Perfect for soups, oden, tempura, and noodle dishes, elevating everyday meals to gourmet. ## Overview Yamaroku Aged 2 Years Soy Sauce with Bonito & Kelp Stock Kiku Tsuyu is a premium, traditionally brewed soy sauce aged in kioke wooden barrels for two years. Crafted without preservatives and enriched with natural bonito flakes and kelp, it delivers a mild yet deeply umami flavor perfect for soups, stews, tempura, and noodles. This rare artisanal condiment preserves a nearly lost Edo-period brewing method, offering a sophisticated taste experience that stands apart from mass-produced soy sauces. ## Description Using Yamaroku's Aged 2 Years Kikubishio Soy Sauce as the base, the Kiku Tsuyu Soy Sauce is made with the use of dried bonito flakes, dried kelp, Japanese mirin (sweet cooking rice wine) and has a bit of sweetness using sugar from the southern Japanese island of Tanegashima. "Kiku" is the flower Chrysanthemum and, like the Cherry Blossom, it is chosen as a representative flower symbol of Japan. Kiku can also be interpreted as being "Ultimate" or "Final", and Yamaroku wanted this aged soy sauce to be the ultimate symbol. "Tsuyu" means soup mixed with soy sauce. Suggested usage are with soumen (fine white noodles), udon (thick wheat noodles), soba (buckwheat noodles), food cooked in boiling water, oden (winter dish with various ingredients like boiled eggs, processed fish cakes, daikon radish, etc. stewed in light soy flavored broth) and as sauce for tempura (battered and deep fried seafood or vegetables). No preservatives or chemical seasonings are used. Kioke is a wooden container used to ferment Japanese-style food. A microbe for fermentation settles in the kioke which turns it into the best brewing container. The basic ingredients for Japanese cuisine were brewed in a kioke back in Japan's Edo period during the years of 1603-1868. The fermentation of a microbe is required for making all the seasonings have the highest quality of taste. These were only possible through the use of the kioke which was hailed as the best container for brewing the seasonings. The soy sauce industry today is more reliant on industrial production of the sauce, and now less than 1% of soy sauce production is brewed the traditional way using kioke. This method for creating authentic Japanese cuisine is slowly fading away due to the shift of mass manufacturing. In Japan, only 1 company remains that produces the kioke barrels. Get a taste of Japanese history almost lost in modern times by trying and enjoying this classic condiment done right. Review: Buy this now! - This can be looked at as a very expensive soy sauce. After you taste it though you will realize all other soy sauces are cheap salty and poor substitutions. The quality of this sauce is incredible. When I go out for Japanese food I take a small bottle of this with me. Flavor is very bold without the saltiness you get from lesser sauces. I’d I had to describe its flavor I would say imaging all of the umami flavor you taste with regular soy sauces and turn it up to ten. A little of this sauce goes a long way. This brands ponzu and kelp sauces are also excellent. Review: Delicious flavor but inconsistent pricing - This is a beautifully flavored sauce. Can really appreciate the time and effort of making. It is worth paying a little extra than normal soy sauce. I do not like the fact that the price fluctuates so much if want to reorder. It was cheaper on prime and then it was off prime with delivery fee and now it is back on prime at about $5 more a bottle than originally bought. ## Features - Save Money With Pack Sizes - Brewed And Aged For 2 Years With Ancient Method Of Using Kioke Wooden Barrels - Mild Tasting Soy Sauce Made With Stock From Bonito Flakes & Kelp - No Preservatives Used - Ideal Use With Broth For Soup, Oden, Boiled Or Stewed Dishes And Tempura ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B01BO9MLZ2 | | Best Sellers Rank | #122,569 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ) #376 in Soy Sauce | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (138) | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Manufacturer | M5 Corporation -- Dropship | | Product Dimensions | 3 x 3 x 9 inches; 1.13 Pounds | | Units | 18.00 Fluid Ounces | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Yamaroku - **Flavor:** 18 oz - **Item Weight:** 18 Ounces - **Package Information:** Bottle - **Specialty:** Preservative Free ## Images ![Yamaroku Aged 2 Years Soy Sauce with Bonito & Kelp Stock Kiku Tsuyu, 18 Ounce - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61QZA6R0fPL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is the packaging plastic or glass?** A: This is a glass bottle with a plastic lid. **Q: What is the sodium content?** A: 460mg per tbsp. **Q: Does this product contain wheat?** A: Yes, wheat is used when making this soy sauce. **Q: Does this product have MSG salt?** A: No MSG at all. The soy sauce is naturally fermented in large barrels over two years using sea salt. It is very delicious. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Buy this now! *by M***M on August 13, 2025* This can be looked at as a very expensive soy sauce. After you taste it though you will realize all other soy sauces are cheap salty and poor substitutions. The quality of this sauce is incredible. When I go out for Japanese food I take a small bottle of this with me. Flavor is very bold without the saltiness you get from lesser sauces. I’d I had to describe its flavor I would say imaging all of the umami flavor you taste with regular soy sauces and turn it up to ten. A little of this sauce goes a long way. This brands ponzu and kelp sauces are also excellent. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Delicious flavor but inconsistent pricing *by C***R on September 27, 2023* This is a beautifully flavored sauce. Can really appreciate the time and effort of making. It is worth paying a little extra than normal soy sauce. I do not like the fact that the price fluctuates so much if want to reorder. It was cheaper on prime and then it was off prime with delivery fee and now it is back on prime at about $5 more a bottle than originally bought. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Well worth the price, 0 regrets paying for deliciousness in every drop *by Z***U on April 29, 2023* The taste is incredibly rich, and it's borderline tempting to sip it by itself. The only downside is that after buying this soy sauce, there's absolutely no way I can go back to imitation. I will say that I still use imitation soy sauce in some cooked dishes such as stews. But if I am using it raw, or as a condiment, there's no question I need this bottle in my pantry. ## Frequently Bought Together - Yamaroku Aged 2 Years Soy Sauce with Bonito & Kelp Stock Kiku Tsuyu, 18 Ounce - Yamaroku Shoyu Pure Artisan Dark Sweet Japanese Premium Gourmet Barrel Aged 4 Year Soy Sauce "Tsuru Bisiho", 18oz (532ml) (18oz, 1)… (1 Pack) - Yamaroku 4 Years Aged Soy Sauce, Tsuru Bisiho, 5 Ounce --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/28698926-yamaroku-aged-2-years-soy-sauce-with-bonito-and-kelp](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/28698926-yamaroku-aged-2-years-soy-sauce-with-bonito-and-kelp) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-07-04*