Beat the sweaty season with the refreshing zest of citrus. Kayano-ya revives "Drinking Vinegar: Natsumikan, Kabosu, and Amakusa Salt" made with summer oranges, kabosu, and special salt, for a limited time starting July 2 (Thu)!

Kuhara Honke Co., Ltd., which sells Japanese seasonings such as "Kayano-ya Dashi" and is part of the Kuhara Honke Group (Headquarters: Hisayama Town, Kasuya District, Fukuoka Prefecture; President: Tetsuji Kawabe), will release "Drinking Vinegar: Natsumikan, Kabosu, and Amakusa Salt," a vinegar drink made with carefully selected citrus and special salt, for a limited time this summer starting July 2, 2026 (Thu). The product will be available at all Kayano-ya stores nationwide and through mail order.

In recent years, Japanese summers have become increasingly harsh, with hot periods lasting longer. With the desire to help people "get through the summer as healthily as possible while enjoying delicious flavors," we have decided to revive this "drinking vinegar" that was previously sold in the summer of 2019.

This product is a vinegar drink that can be easily consumed even on scorching summer days. It features a blend of juicy "Natsumikan" (summer oranges) and refreshing "Kabosu" (a type of citrus) with carefully selected "Amakusa Salt" in a perfect balance. We propose a new summer habit that will make your body happy, recommended for replenishing salt and fluids during the heatstroke-prone season and for nutritional support during hot weather.

A refreshing combination of summer fruits, "Natsumikan" and "Kabosu"

To allow you to fully savor the seasonal flavors, we have carefully selected two summery citrus fruits. The nostalgic, juicy sweetness of Natsumikan combines with the crisp, refreshing tartness of Kabosu, filling your mouth with a refreshing fruitiness with every sip.

Special "Amakusa Salt" enhances the sweetness of the citrus

To further enhance the deliciousness of the fruits, we have carefully selected "Amakusa Salt," which pairs well with vinegar and citrus. The subtle addition of salt creates a mellow, non-pungent vinegar acidity, resulting in a clean and satisfying aftertaste that you won't get tired of.

A gentle and delicious taste that supports your body tired from the heat

This is a new summer habit that is gentle on your body, perfect for incorporating into your daily life as a nutritional supplement during the hot season, whether it's a morning drink, after a bath, or when you're tired from the sun.

Product Details

- Product Name: Drinking Vinegar: Natsumikan, Kabosu, and Amakusa Salt

- Release Date: July 2, 2026 (Thu) *Limited summer sale

- Price: 1,188 yen (tax included)

- Contents: 150ml

- Sales Channels: All channels (Kayano-ya stores nationwide, mail order, web, etc.)

- How to Enjoy: Dilute with water or carbonated water at a 1:4 ratio before drinking. (For 1:4 dilution, mix 50ml of this product with 150ml of water.)

About Kayano-ya:

Kayano-ya is a "food" brand that sells seasonings and foods that bring out the natural flavors of ingredients, starting with "Kayano-ya Dashi," and aims to pass on regional ingredients and Japanese food culture. Originating from "Oryori Kayano-ya" in a village in Fukuoka, we deliver our products to customers through 34 stores nationwide and via mail order and the web. While cherishing the seasons and the passage of time, we also offer recipes and cooking tips that allow customers to enjoy the joy of food. https://www.kayanoya.com/

About Kuhara Honke Group:

We are a comprehensive food manufacturer with origins as a soy sauce brewery founded in 1893. We operate brands such as "Hakata Shobouan," which focuses on Hakata-style flavors; "Kayano-ya," which sells seasonings and foods that highlight the quality of ingredients; "Kubara," a distribution brand selling flying fish (ago) dashi series and umatare series; and "Hokkaido Kubara," "Hokkaido Shobouan," and "Hokkaido Shokuhin-ko," which promote Hokkaido's ingredients and food culture. http://www.kubarahonke.com/

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(Information contained in this press release is current as of the date of announcement. Please note that it may differ from the latest information.)