Shiso

しそ

An aromatic leaf vegetable used as a garnish and seasoning. Aichi is known as a major producing area, and shiso is used in sashimi, somen, tempura, and ume preparations

Taste & Texture

Has a refreshing aroma and a bright, herbaceous bite. Even a small amount stands out as a garnish or seasoning

Season

MONTHLY AVAILABILITY

Jul - Aug

PEAK

※ Season is based on domestic field-grown availability

How to Choose

  • Choose leaves that look fresh to the tip, with rich color and firmness.

  • Avoid wilted leaves or darkened edges.

How to Store

  • Wrap in a damp paper towel, place in a storage bag, and keep upright in the refrigerator to preserve aroma.

Shelf life 3-5 days refrigerated

Nutrition Facts

Production Ranking

Aichi50.9%
Miyazaki11.7%
Shizuoka7.0%
Oita6.8%
Gunma2.7%
Others20.9%
10%+
5%+
2%+
0.1%+
None

Map data: National Land Numerical Information (MLIT Japan)

#
Prefecture
Harvest (t)
Share
1
4,020
50.9%
2
923
11.7%
3
555
7.0%
4
537
6.8%
5
214
2.7%

Source: MAFF Crop Statistics (2023)

Top 5 Prefecture Harvest Trends (2020-2022)

Aichi
Miyazaki
Shizuoka
Oita
Gunma