Where can I buy dried vegetables? How to buy them and the best way to choose them

Dried vegetables are gaining attention as convenient ingredients that can be used easily in everyday cooking and as preserved foods. However, when you try to buy dried vegetables, many people may feel that they don't know where to buy them.

In this article, we will introduce where you can purchase dried vegetables, their respective characteristics, and the best way to choose them.

Supermarkets and drug stores

Dried vegetables are a traditional Japanese preserved food, and dried foods such as dried shiitake mushrooms and dried wakame seaweed are sold in supermarkets. Dried shiitake mushrooms are common because they are used to make soup stock and are useful at home, but other vegetables such as dried carrots may not be seen very often.

Among them, the following supermarkets and grocery stores may sell them. If there is a store near you, please check it out as it is easy to get your hands on.

• Aeon Mall: There are several varieties available, including dried shiitake mushrooms and carrots.
• Kaldi : Imported ingredients such as dried tomatoes that go well with Western cuisine
• MUJI : Mainly sells mixed vegetables such as mushroom mix

Online shopping sites such as Amazon and Rakuten

Online shopping is the way to purchase dried vegetables with the widest variety and selection. Amazon and Rakuten Ichiba in particular make it easy to compare and purchase products from manufacturers and farmers across the country. Not only are they easy to find for home use, but they also have large-volume products for commercial use.

Main handling sites

• Amazon
  We stock dried vegetables from all over Japan. There are many reviews, so it is helpful when purchasing for the first time. Click here for OYAOYA

• Rakuten Market/Hometown Tax Donation <br>A wide selection of locally produced dried vegetables and additive-free products. These may also be used as gifts in return for hometown tax donations. Click here for OYAOYA

• Manufacturer-specific sites
  We also recommend using the official websites of various companies, such as OYAOYA. Not only can you find carefully made dried vegetables, but you can also learn about the production background, such as the story of each company. Product page

Organic Shop

For health-conscious people, we recommend organic shops. They mainly sell additive-free, pesticide-free dried vegetables, and are popular with people who care about quality. Another appealing point is being able to choose products after consulting with the store staff.

Main retailers

• Natural House <br>A store specializing in organic foods. In addition to dried vegetables, their soup sets made with natural ingredients are also popular.

• Bio C' Bon <br>We offer high-quality imported ingredients and domestically produced organic dried vegetables.

• Coop Natural (delivery service)
  A consumer co-op that sells organic products. They deliver to your home, making it convenient for those who are short on time.

Roadside Station

If you want to get dried vegetables and other local specialties made by local farmers, roadside stations are the best place to go. They sometimes sell seasonal products and rare dried vegetables that you won't find at the supermarket. They also sell dried vegetables made with the farmers' own care, so if you're in the area, be sure to give them a try!

Try enjoying dried vegetables by choosing the purchasing method that suits you best!

Dehydrated vegetables can be purchased in a variety of places, including supermarkets, online stores, specialty stores, etc. Understand the characteristics of each and purchase them in a way that suits your needs and lifestyle.

For example, if you want convenience, supermarkets and drugstores are the best choice; if you want a wide variety to choose from, online shopping is the best choice; if you are particular about quality, specialty stores and direct sales stores are the best choice.