Taste of Japan
Bringing the Exquisite Taste of Japan Directly to Your Doorstep
Our Journey from Hong Kong to Cambridge, and the Birth of Taste of Japan
Shortly after relocating from Hong Kong to Cambridge in Summer 2022, Bernard and I soon realised Japanese sake and grocery products are hard to come by in the UK and are expensive! Having talked to others, it turns out many people here feel just the same way. With our passion for Japanese culture, personal connections in Kyoto and over 20 years of experience in the export business, we thought why not try importing Japanese products ourselves? Two years later, here we are, introducing Taste of Japan to you.
Introducing Taste of Japan, your Passport to Authentic Japanese Flavours
Taste of Japan sources and imports products directly from Japan and retails them across the UK, with no minimum spend and free delivery. Our own sourcing company, Maruei Trades Co. Ltd in Fukuoka Japan, is responsible for product selection, quality control and export. Each of our suppliers is carefully selected, and all our products are shipped in temperature-controlled containers to ensure they are of highest quality.
Embarking on a Japanese Culinary Adventure Together
As you might have guessed, we are Japan enthusiasts. We love everything Japanese – culture, food and drinks, art, architecture, natural scenery, but most important of all, the people. Our first experience with Japan started with my Japanese dormmate in university 25 years ago. She introduced Japanese food, culture and language to us, we practically became part of her family. Till this day every time we visit Japan, we are always warmly welcomed in her family home in Osaka.
Our Vision
Through Taste of Japan, we aim to offer high quality Japanese products to UK consumers at reasonable prices. We also hope to promote awareness of Japanese food and culture through our Blog, so you can experience the wonders of Japan even without having visited the country.
Join Us
To celebrate the launch of Taste of Japan, we’re running a special campaign where the first 500 subscribers to our mailing list will receive a free gift of Osada Organic Powdered Japanese Tea Matcha (100g). Simply visit our website and subscribe, but hurry before free products run out!
See ya! じゃあね
Bernard & Holly