Wakuden Launches Summer Somen Noodles Infused with Plum and Sansho Pepper Aroma

Murasakino Wakuden Co., Ltd. is releasing a new product, 'Somen with Plum Aroma and Sansho Chili Oil.' This dish offers a refreshing take on somen, a noodle dish traditionally enjoyed during Japanese summers, enhanced with the fragrant flavors of plum and sansho pepper.

A Refreshing Summer Flavor with Plum and Sansho

'Somen with Plum Aroma and Sansho Chili Oil' features hand-stretched somen noodles made using traditional methods, served with a dashi-based dipping sauce rich in bonito aroma and umami, a plum paste sauce, and sansho chili oil. The smooth texture of the noodles pairs perfectly with the mild tanginess of the plum sauce and the gentle spiciness of the sansho oil, creating a clean and refreshing taste ideal for hot days. Chill thoroughly and enjoy as a light lunch or dinner.

Accompanied by Wakuden's Signature Sansho Chili Oil

The 'sansho chili oil' included in this set is a specialty aromatic oil crafted exclusively by Wakuden.

Made by blending rice germ oil with powdered sansho pepper from grape peppers, it offers a bright, refreshing fragrance. When drizzled over the somen, it layers the umami of bonito and the tang of plum with a distinctive sansho aroma, leaving a cool, lingering aftertaste.

More about the sansho chili oil: https://shop.wakuden.kyoto/shop/c/c1415/

Wakuden's signature 'sansho chili oil' is included as a separate, individually packaged condiment in this product.

A Refreshing Touch for Summer Dining Tables

Wakuden values delivering seasonal flavors not only for special occasions but also to everyday dining tables. 'Somen with Plum Aroma and Sansho Chili Oil' embodies this philosophy, reimagining a beloved summer staple. As the product can be stored at room temperature, it is ideal not only for home use but also as a summer gift, such as for mid-year greetings (chūgen). Available at all Murasakino Wakuden stores and via the official online shop with shipping options.

Product Overview

Product Name: Somen with Plum Aroma and Sansho Chili Oil

Price: ¥4,860 (tax included)

Contents: 6 bundles of somen (50g per bundle), 3 packets of somen dipping sauce, plum paste sauce, sansho chili oil

Delivery Period: June 3 to late August

Storage: Store at room temperature, away from high humidity and direct sunlight

Shelf Life: 3 months

Sales Locations: All Murasakino Wakuden stores, official online shop

Product Page: https://shop.wakuden.kyoto/shop/c/c1185/

Inquiries

Murasakino Wakuden Co., Ltd.

TEL: 075-415-1800 (main)

E-mail: pr-murasakino@wakuden.jp

Murasakino Wakuden Co., Ltd.

Rooted in a ryokan (traditional Japanese inn) established in Kyoto's Kitanoshima district, Wakuden has inherited the aesthetic and philosophical values of the renowned 'Kōdai-ji Wakuden' restaurant. Attentive to the changing seasons and the voices of ingredients, the brand expresses the depth and beauty of Japanese food culture through cuisine and confections. Drawing inspiration from the natural surroundings of Kitanoshima and the activities of 'Wakuden no Mori' (Wakuden Forest), the company re-examines the relationships between people, nature, ingredients, and craftsmanship, pursuing richly nuanced and refined flavors. These values are carefully delivered through retail stores and online platforms, enriching everyday meals and special moments alike.