Reduced Salt with Dashi Flavor: Chicken Nabe Udon / Small Shrimp Tempura Soba / Chuka Soba Renewed

Endorsed by Japanese chefs who know the essence of dashi! An unbelievably delicious reduced-salt product, achieved through a focus on dashi flavor!

[Release Date/Sales Region] August 3, 2026 (Mon) / Nationwide

Acecook Co., Inc. (Headquarters: Suita City, Osaka Prefecture; President and CEO: Hiroto Muraoka) will renew its "Reduced Salt with Dashi Flavor: Chicken Nabe Udon / Small Shrimp Tempura Soba / Chuka Soba" on August 3, 2026.

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1. The "Reduced Salt with Dashi Flavor" series, which boasts an unbelievable taste despite being 40% lower in salt*, has been renewed with a focus on dashi flavor!

2. Based on the advice of Mr. Kitagawa, owner of "Oimatsu Kitagawa," a Japanese chef who knows the essence of dashi, the product has evolved to become even more delicious through improvements in dashi flavor, spices, and ingredients!

3. The package design has been changed to feature the large character "だし" (dashi) on golden Japanese paper, allowing customers to immediately recognize the commitment to dashi!

Product Name: Reduced Salt with Dashi Flavor: Chicken Nabe Udon / Small Shrimp Tempura Soba / Chuka Soba

Release Date: August 3, 2026 (Mon)

Sales Region: Nationwide

Suggested Retail Price: 161 yen (excluding tax)

Since its debut in 2013, "Reduced Salt with Dashi Flavor" has continuously pursued deliciousness and functional improvements. This renewal re-examines the "dashi flavor," which is the core value of the series. With the cooperation of Mr. Tatsu Kitagawa, owner of "Oimatsu Kitagawa," a Japanese chef who knows the essence of dashi, the salt content remains 40% lower*, while the soup has been improved with a focus on the types and flavors of dashi to further enhance its umami.

*Comparison with Japanese Standard Food Composition Tables 2020 Edition (Eighth Revision): Fried instant cup noodles (Japanese style) with attached seasonings, etc. / Fried instant cup noodles (Chinese style, soy sauce flavor) with attached seasonings, etc.

[Product Features]

Product Name: Reduced Salt with Dashi Flavor: Chicken Nabe Udon

Noodles: Udon noodles with a good texture and moderate elasticity. (Rehydration time: 3 minutes)

Soup: A mellow, white broth soup with a rich chicken and bonito dashi flavor. The yuzu pepper flavor stimulates the appetite, creating a taste that doesn't feel reduced in salt.

Toppings: Moderately seasoned minced chicken, crisp cabbage, colorful green onions, and chili pepper.

Packaging: While maintaining the 40% salt reduction, the design features the large character "だし" (dashi) on golden Japanese paper, conveying a commitment to dashi at first glance. The recommended copy from a Japanese chef who knows the essence of dashi enhances credibility.

Product Name: Reduced Salt with Dashi Flavor: Small Shrimp Tempura Soba

Noodles: Soba noodles with a good texture and a rich flavor. (Rehydration time: 3 minutes)

Soup: A liquid Japanese-style soup with a rich bonito dashi flavor. The fragrant soy sauce and rich body stimulate the appetite, creating a taste that doesn't feel reduced in salt.

Toppings: Crispy fried small shrimp tempura, colorful kamaboko (fish cake), and green onions.

Packaging: While maintaining the 40% salt reduction, the design features the large character "だし" (dashi) on golden Japanese paper, conveying a commitment to dashi at first glance. The recommended copy from a Japanese chef who knows the essence of dashi enhances credibility.

Product Name: Reduced Salt with Dashi Flavor: Chuka Soba

Noodles: Smooth noodles with a good texture. (Rehydration time: 3 minutes)

Soup: A liquid soy sauce soup with a rich chicken and seafood dashi flavor. The chicken oil aroma and richness stimulate the appetite, creating a taste that doesn't feel reduced in salt.

Toppings: Moderately seasoned minced chicken, crisp bean sprouts, narutomaki (fish cake), and green onions.

Packaging: While maintaining the 40% salt reduction, the design features the large character "だし" (dashi) on golden Japanese paper, conveying a commitment to dashi at first glance. The recommended copy from a Japanese chef who knows the essence of dashi enhances credibility.

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About Tatsu Kitagawa

Entered the culinary world at age 19, trained for 14 years at renowned restaurants in Osaka and Kyoto, and then opened "Oimatsu Kitagawa" in Nishi-Tenma, Kita-ku, Osaka in 2012.

While cherishing Japanese culinary techniques, including dashi, he offers dishes that bring out the natural flavors of seasonal ingredients.

His dishes, which blend tradition with a touch of playfulness, captivate many gourmets.

Comment from Mr. Tatsu Kitagawa

I was drawn to the product's focus on dashi flavor and health-conscious approach, which led me to participate in its development.

In Japanese cuisine, by centering on the umami of dashi, we can create deep flavors with minimal seasoning. After numerous tastings, I pursued a balance where each ingredient enhances the others while combining various types of dashi.

Despite being reduced in salt, the rich umami of the dashi results in a satisfying taste. Please try it.