When it comes to Chiba, you can’t forget the bounty of the sea. I’ve mentioned before how even though Chiba is known for spiny lobster, my other favorite is shiokara (fermented seafood).
The richly flavored varieties from Aomori are excellent, but Chiba’s shiokara never disappoints either. If you check the refrigerated section at souvenir shops, you’ll usually find several types available.
Although I didn’t make it to the Boso Peninsula this time, Fusa no Eki always has a great selection, which is super convenient.
I picked up a recommended 3-piece shiokara set from Fusa no Eki Kuriyama, and I’d love to introduce it!
Suwa Shoten Co., Ltd.’s Peeled Squid, Peeled Mentaiko, and Tako Wasabi
Each jar costs 410 yen, but if you buy three, the total is 1,080 yen—so I grabbed all three varieties. The shelf life is about two months from the purchase date.
The jars are small, making them easy to enjoy without any leftovers.
Suwa Shoten’s Tako Wasabi
Suwa Shoten’s Peeled Mentaiko
Suwa Shoten’s Peeled Squid
Taste and Impressions of Suwa Shoten’s 3-Piece Set: Peeled Squid, Peeled Mentaiko, and Tako Wasabi
Serving the 3-Piece Set as Snacks with Alcohol
That day, I plated all three varieties as snacks to enjoy with some drinks.
- Tako Wasabi:
The octopus has a satisfying crunch, delivering the familiar taste of classic tako wasabi. It’s consistently delicious, with just the right amount of wasabi spice—not too strong, but perfectly balanced.
The small 80g jar is just the right size to finish in 2–3 days, or even in one sitting if paired with alcohol! ^^ - Peeled Mentaiko:
The combination of mentaiko’s grainy texture with the smoothness of the peeled squid is a perfect match for drinks. The slight spiciness of the mentaiko pairs beautifully with a cold beer. - Peeled Squid (Shiokara):
As the squid is peeled, it has a soft texture, and the aroma from the squid’s liver is fantastic. Shiokara is best enjoyed with white rice, so I had it again the next morning with freshly cooked rice—it was delicious!
Each variety offers a different flavor and texture, keeping things interesting and enjoyable. This set is definitely worth buying, and I highly recommend getting all three together.
I also picked up a bottle of Bocchi Peanut Shochu, which turned out to pair perfectly with these snacks!
The shochu is made with 3% peanuts, so I wasn’t expecting too much peanut flavor. But to my surprise, the peanut taste really stood out! It was so rich in peanut flavor that it could almost replace the need for snacks.
At just 952 yen, it’s reasonably priced, and I highly recommend trying it too.
Thank you for the delicious meal!
諏訪商店の皮むきイカ・皮むき明太・たこわさ3種セット Product Info, Expiration Date, Manufacturer
| Product Name | 諏訪商店の皮むきイカ・皮むき明太・たこわさ3種セット |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer / Seller | 株式会社諏訪商店 |
| Address | 千葉県市原市国分寺台中央7-16-2 |
| Expiration Date | 購入日から2ヶ月程度 |
| Place of Purchase | 房の駅栗山 |
| Price | 1個：410円、3個：1080円 |
