Japanese and sushi restaurants in the UK have grown at an average rate of 8.9% per year over the five years to 2025–26, reaching a value of £1.6 billion (Source: Ibis World).

This is one of the clearest indicators that Japanese cuisine is one of the fastest‑growing segments in the UK eating‑out market – driven by health‑conscious consumers, cultural interest, and demand for premium, authentic dining experiences.

To help chefs, restaurants, and takeaways bring that authenticity to life, we’ve introduced a new specialist Japanese range – carefully selected for quality, flavour, and reliability. Download our new Specialist Japanese Range Brochure to see the full range. 

Whether you’re preparing sushi, sashimi, tempura, or warm comfort bowls, this collection has been designed to make premium Japanese cooking easier, more consistent, and more affordable.

 

The Heart of Every Great Dish: Quality Sushi Rice

Sushi rice is the foundation of many Japanese dishes, and getting it right makes all the difference. Our short‑grain Sasanishiki variety has the perfect balance of stickiness and texture, giving chefs complete control over shaping, seasoning, and plating.

Alongside Sasanishiki, we also offer premium varieties such as Calrose and Koshihikari, giving kitchens flexibility based on budget, flavour, and serving style.

Premium Salmon: Three Levels of Excellence

Salmon is one of the most versatile fish in Japanese cuisine — ideal for sushi, sashimi, donburi bowls, grilling, and more. To meet different menu needs, we offer three quality tiers:

- Prime
- Premium
- Superior

Every fillet undergoes a parasite-safe freezing process that meets the strictest global standards, including FSA, FDA, and IFS requirements. Our Superior salmon also comes with an Ikejime certification — a traditional Japanese method of humane handling that enhances flavour, texture, and shelf life. Superior fillets also arrive trimmed, pin‑boned, and ready to use.

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A Curated Range of Luxury Fish

For kitchens looking to create high-end Japanese dishes, our range includes:

- Black cod, a favourite of fine‑dining restaurants
- Yellowfin tuna and yellowtail kingfish, perfect for sashimi
- Unagi fillet, a fully cooked freshwater eel widely used in sushi

These products offer chefs versatility, premium flavour, and reliable consistency.

 
Authentic Sushi Toppings & Roe

Japanese sushi is known for its attention to detail — especially when it comes to toppings. Our selection includes:

- Octopus slices
- Squid slices
- Tamago yaki, the traditional sweet omelette

To elevate presentation and texture, we offer two popular roe options:

- Masago, smaller and cost-effective
- Tobiko, larger with a more distinctive crunch

Both add vibrant colour and a signature pop to sushi rolls.

Tempura & Prawn Essentials for Busy Kitchens 

Our tempura products are designed with convenience in mind:

- Tempura prawns with a light, crisp batter
- Ebi fry coated in crunchy breadcrumbs
- Sushi ebi, ready to place directly onto rice
- Nobashi ebi, perfect for frying after dipping in batter

We also stock value-focused Ecuadorian prawns for kitchens looking to reduce costs without compromising freshness.

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Premium Seafood Fillings

To bring flavour and variety to sushi rolls and bento-style dishes, our range includes:

- Japanese farmed scallops, sashimi grade
- Soft shell crab, offering both crunch and flavour
- Surimi crab sticks, available in full-size and mini formats
- These additions make it easy to expand menus while keeping preparation simple. 

Introducing Emma Basics: Clean, Quality Ingredients

Our Emma Basics range sits at the core of our Japanese selection. This award-winning collection focuses on:

- Clean ingredients
- No preservatives
- No artificial colours
- Consistent quality at competitive prices

From premium miso pastes to gluten-free soy sauce, sesame oil, and essential pantry items, the range is built for chefs who want quality without compromise. 

Rice, Pantry Staples & Everyday Essentials

Alongside specialty sushi rice, we stock a wide selection of staples including:

- Panko breadcrumbs with an extra‑large crumb for a superior crunch
- Toasted sesame seeds with enhanced aroma
- Edamame
- Fresh, ready-to-use avocados
- Roasted seaweed, sushi nori, and dried shiitake mushrooms

These are the everyday essentials that keep Japanese menus running smoothly.

Gyoza & Ready-to-Cook Convenience

From industry-standard Ajinomoto gyoza to our own Emma Basics range, kitchens can choose from:

- Vegetable gyoza
- Chicken gyoza
- Halal chicken gyoza – one of the first of its kind

With generous pack sizes and high-quality fillings, these gyoza are ideal for appetisers, sides, or bento sets.Sauces, Packaging & Extra Imports

Rounding out the range, we offer:

- Katsu chicken and fried tofu
- Soy sauces in multiple formats
- 100% toasted sesame oil
- Japanese charcoal
- Bamboo chopsticks
- Onigiri bags

A Final Touch: Asahi Beer

To complement the food range, Asahi Beer – a favourite pairing for Japanese dishes – is available at competitive prices.

Our new Japanese collection has been crafted to give foodservice businesses reliable access to premium, authentic products – all in one place. We’re constantly improving the experience to make premium shopping simpler and more efficient.

Explore the complete range at: www.jjfoodservice.com  


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