“Dried Nori from Ariake Sea, 30 Full Sheets” sold on Rakuten Ichiba by お茶の山麓園 (株式会社山麓園, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture) is unroasted dried nori. The ingredient field of the product page states dried nori (from Ariake Sea). This article organizes the amount, ingredients, reviews and whether it works as a gift, based on the product page and Rakuten reviews. The seller explains that it is not roasted nori, but that it can be used like roasted nori if you lightly toast it over heat.
At a Glance
Key points
- 30 full-size sheets of unroasted dried nori (total weight 130 g). The seller explains that it lacks the toasty aroma of roasted nori and is characterized by a moist texture and the natural sea aroma of nori
- The ingredient is dried nori (from Ariake Sea), and the manufacturer is 佐田海苔店. The place-of-origin field in the product specifications is Kumamoto Prefecture
- Rakuten rating 4.78 (385 reviews). Viewed November 4, 2026. Compared with the other 3 items in the same roasted nori group (as of November 4, 2026), the difference is that this one is unroasted dried nori
- Delivery is by Nekopos (mailbox delivery), according to the page. Cash on delivery is not available
Watch out for
- The storage method and best-before date are not found on the product page and are not confirmed
- Reviews included 4 posts saying that it arrived folded in half and tore along the crease, or cracked when rolled (of the 71 we read)
Suits: People who want to use unroasted dried nori for rice balls or rolled sushi (uses stated by the seller and in reviews)
The key features are from the Rakuten Ichiba product page (viewed November 4, 2026). The rating is Rakuten’s display (viewed November 4, 2026). The reviews are trends within what we read: the first 60 reviews in Rakuten’s default order (posted January 2015 to August 2026; latest August 2026) plus all 7 reviews at 1★ and all 4 at 2★ (71 in total; we did not read the 3★ reviews), and they do not necessarily reflect the current state of the product.
Compared with the 4 Items in the Same Roasted Nori Group
Among the 4 items in the roasted nori group featured on Ochinity (as of November 4, 2026). Each value is as of the date its own article was researched and may differ from the current listing. This product is unroasted dried nori, and the other 3 are roasted nori. Ratings are Rakuten Ichiba’s display; they do not necessarily reflect the current state of a product, and values move more easily the fewer reviews there are. The table is ordered by product name in Japanese alphabetical order.
| Product | Type | Sheets | Rakuten Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roasted Nori from Ariake まるはなのり, 80 Sheets — Contents, Shelf Life, Reviews | Roasted noriFull size, flat sheets | 80 sheets8-bag set | 4.75396 reviews |
| 俺の初恋 Wakeari Roasted Nori 25 Sheets — Contents, Shelf Life & Reviews | Flat nori sheets1/3-cut notation | 25 sheets | 4.543719 reviews |
| Dried Nori from Ariake Sea, 30 Full SheetsThis article · お茶の山麓園 | Dried noriUnroasted | 30 sheetsFull size | 4.78385 reviews |
| Roasted Nori, 30 Full Sheets (Wakeari) by Minato Dining Shioso — Contents & Reviews | Roasted noriWakeari grade | 30 sheetsFull size | 4.38613 reviews |
Product names link to each product’s article. The group has only 4 items, so the table is limited to listing type, number of sheets and rating side by side.
Basic Information
- Product Name
- Dried Nori from Ariake Sea, 30 Full Sheets (お茶の山麓園)
- Amount
- 30 full-size sheets (total weight 130 g)
- Ingredients
- Dried nori (from Ariake Sea)
- Type
- Unroasted dried nori
- Storage
- Storage method and best-before date: Not confirmed
- Allergens
- Not confirmed
- Shipping
- Nekopos (mailbox delivery). Cash on delivery is not available
- Noshi / Gift
- Guidance on noshi, wrapping and message cards: Not confirmed
This list transcribes what is stated on the Rakuten Ichiba product page. However, the “not confirmed” labels and any notes we add are our own.
As for ingredients and allergen labeling, the product page has no allergen statement. If you have a food allergy, please contact the seller before purchasing, or be sure to check the label on the product once it arrives (reference: Consumer Affairs Agency, Japan, “About Allergen Labeling”, viewed November 4, 2026).
See the transcribed details, sources and “not confirmed” items (13 items)
This list transcribes what is stated on the Rakuten Ichiba product page. However, the “not confirmed” labels and any notes we add are our own.
- Product Name
- Dried Nori from Ariake Sea, 30 Full Sheets (お茶の山麓園)The product name shown on the Rakuten page is a long string with many search keywords. Only the product name part is shown here. That string includes the word “訳あり” (wakeari), but the reason for it is not stated on the product page, so it is not confirmed.
- Amount
- 30 full-size sheets, total weight 130 g. The number of servings is not stated (Not confirmed)Source: product specifications on the Rakuten Ichiba product page (viewed November 4, 2026)
- Options
- There is no option field; the only choice is 30 full-size sheetsSource: Rakuten Ichiba product page (viewed November 4, 2026)
- Ingredients
- Dried nori (from Ariake Sea)Source: product specifications on the Rakuten Ichiba product page (viewed November 4, 2026)
- Storage Method
- Not confirmed (no storage method for the nori is found in the product description, the product specifications or the product images)
- Best-Before Date
- Not confirmed (not found on the product page)
- Place of Origin of Ingredients
- The ingredient is dried nori (from Ariake Sea); the place-of-origin field in the product specifications is Kumamoto Prefecture, and the country of origin is JapanSource: product specifications on the Rakuten Ichiba product page (viewed November 4, 2026)
- Processing Location
- Not confirmed (the location of the processing facility is not found)
- Condition / How to Eat (Whether Heating Is Needed)
- Unroasted dried nori. The seller explains that it lacks the toasty aroma of roasted nori, is characterized by a moist texture and the natural sea aroma of nori, and can be used like roasted nori if toasted over heat, even in a frying pan. No guidance on whether it can be eaten as is, or whether heating is needed, was foundSource: product description images on the Rakuten Ichiba product page (viewed November 4, 2026)
- Shipping
- The page states that it is delivered by Yamato Transport (ヤマト運輸) Nekopos (mailbox delivery). Cash on delivery is not available. Whether it is shipped at ambient or chilled temperature is not found (Not confirmed)Source: product description and shipping guide images on the Rakuten Ichiba product page
- Manufacturer
- 佐田海苔店 (as stated in the product specifications field). The processor and its location are Not confirmedSource: product specifications on the Rakuten Ichiba product page
- Shop
- お茶の山麓園 (株式会社山麓園, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture)Source: the Rakuten Ichiba page of notation based on the Act on Specified Commercial Transactions (viewed November 4, 2026)
- Noshi / Gift
- Guidance on noshi, wrapping and message cards is not found on the product page (Not confirmed). The product name includes the word “ギフト” (gift), but no guidance on noshi wording or wrapping was foundSource: Rakuten Ichiba product page (viewed November 4, 2026)
What Public Reviews Say
We organized the product reviews on Rakuten Ichiba by point. The rating figures are as of the viewing date and will change afterward. What follows are trends within what we read, and they do not necessarily reflect the current state of the product.
| Site | Rating | Reviews | Viewed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rakuten customer reviews (product page) | 4.78 / 5 | 385 reviews | November 4, 2026 |
Prices are not listed here because they change. Please check the current price and stock availability at the link above.
Rating breakdown: 5★ 336 / 4★ 32 / 3★ 6 / 2★ 4 / 1★ 7 (as shown on Rakuten Ichiba, viewed November 4, 2026)
What we read: the first 60 reviews in Rakuten’s default order (54 at 5★ and 6 at 4★; posted January 2015 to August 2026; latest August 2026), plus all 7 reviews at 1★ (posted January 2020 to December 2024) and all 4 at 2★ (posted February 2020 to February 2024), 71 in total. We did not read the 3★ reviews. These are trends within what we read and may not reflect the product’s current condition.
The 1★ and 2★ reviews total only 11, so their number alone cannot show how strong a trend is. The counts below were tallied by reading the text, and posts only about delivery or shop service are not included.
What Reviewers Praise
Sea aroma and flavor (20 of 60)
20 of the 60 reviews in the default order mentioned a strong sea aroma or good flavor. Some posts refer to the aroma of unroasted nori.
Thickness, crisp texture and how it melts in the mouth (19 of 60)
19 of the 60 reviews in the default order mentioned that it is thick, crisp, or melts in the mouth.
Choosing dried nori as different from roasted nori (15 of 60)
15 of the 60 reviews in the default order mentioned the difference from roasted nori and said they prefer dried nori. Some describe it as a nostalgic taste, and some say they use it for rice balls or rolled sushi (as written by the reviewers).
Repeat purchases (30 of 60)
30 of the 60 reviews in the default order said they buy it repeatedly or have bought it many times.
Source: Rakuten customer reviews (viewed November 4, 2026)
What Reviewers Note
Arrived folded in half and tears along the crease (4 posts)
4 posts in total said that it arrived folded in half and tore along the crease, got a hole when toasted, or cracked when making rolls: 1 of the 60 reviews in the default order, 2 of the 7 reviews at 1★ and 1 of the 4 reviews at 2★.
Thin or lacking thickness (4 posts)
4 posts in total said that the nori is thin, lacks crispness or lacks thickness: 1 of the 60 reviews in the default order (a remark within a 5★ post), 2 of the 7 reviews at 1★ and 1 of the 4 reviews at 2★.
Aroma or taste not to the reviewer’s liking (5 posts)
5 posts in total said that the aroma or taste was lacking or not good: 3 of the 7 reviews at 1★ and 2 of the 4 reviews at 2★. In addition, one post each at 1★ and 2★ wrote that quality varies by season or has declined.
Source: Rakuten customer reviews (viewed November 4, 2026)
Summary: Is This the One for You?
Why choose it: You want to use unroasted dried nori, and you want to receive 30 full sheets at once. If these two are your conditions, this product fits. Among the 4 items in the roasted nori group featured on Ochinity (as of November 4, 2026), this product is unroasted dried nori, and the other 3 are roasted nori (weak point: the storage method and best-before date are not found on the product page and are not confirmed).
- Rakuten’s rating is 4.78 / 5 (385 reviews). Among the 71 reviews we read, many mentioned the sea aroma (20 of 60) and thickness and texture (19 of 60)
- The page states that it is delivered by Nekopos (mailbox delivery), with 30 full sheets and a total weight of 130 g
Other options: For roasted nori, see Roasted Nori from Ariake まるはなのり, 80 Sheets — Contents, Shelf Life, Reviews; for a smaller 25-sheet pack, see 俺の初恋 Wakeari Roasted Nori 25 Sheets — Contents, Shelf Life & Reviews.
This section is based on the Rakuten Ichiba product page and Rakuten customer reviews (viewed November 4, 2026). These are trends in the reviews we read and do not necessarily reflect the current state of the product.
Prices, stock, shipping fees, and delivery dates are subject to change. This article’s information-as-of date is November 4, 2026. Please be sure to check the listing at the link before purchasing.
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This article organizes information published on Rakuten Ichiba product pages and review sites. Product details such as amount, storage method, and ingredients are subject to change. Please check the product page for the latest information.
Comments on taste or quality are summarized from third-party posts cited with their source, and are not Ochinity’s own evaluation. Our approach to writing articles is described in our Editorial Policy.
Information as of: November 4, 2026 / Sources: Rakuten Ichiba “お茶の山麓園” product page, Rakuten customer reviews, Consumer Affairs Agency, Japan, “About Allergen Labeling”
