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These are the Japanese ingredients and brands I recommend for home cooks, based on what I've used and learned both in Japan and abroad. I've chosen products that are reliable, widely available, and easier to find outside of Japan. Every link below is an affiliate link, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting Eyes and Hour.

Aji-Mirin - Japanese Cooking Wine

Tamanishiki Rice (the best quality Japanese rice available in the US)

Kikkoman Organic Soy Sauce

Mizkan Organic Rice Vinegar

Hikari Organic Miso

Hikari Organic Saikyo Miso (white)

Welcome to eyesandhour!

Hi, I'm Matt Eisenhauer ("eyes and hour"). In 2015, I became part-owner of a restaurant in Aoyama, Tokyo. Ever since then, I've been creating Japan-inspired recipes to share what I learn (over 8 years!).

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