| Ume Leaf and Wasabi Leaf Okaki Production Process | |
| Ume Leaf (pickled plum) and Wasabi Leaf (Japanese horseradish) Okaki are made using Uruchi rice dough from Yamagata prefecture, an area famous for its high-quality "Shonai Rice". | |
The Okaki artisan lines the dough by hand in the special frame; a very time-consuming and intricate process. > |
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The artisan inserts the frame in the oven. < |
| The oven is extremely hot and is non-adjustable. > |
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A special plate is installed in the oven. This plate is one of only three plates that exist in Japan.< |
| A large blender is used to delicately, consistently season the Okaki without breaking them. > |
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