Regarding the “wakeari” (imperfect/irregular, sold at a discount) label in the product name, the product page does not state a specific reason (such as shape, size, or off-spec items), so this is not confirmed. Kazunoko matsumae-zuke (a Hokkaido-style pickled dish made with herring roe, kelp, and squid) is also a product where, because you can choose the amount (500g or 1kg) and the herring-roe ratio (50% or 35%), it can be hard to tell “which one to choose” or “how much time is left before the best-before date.” This article organizes the published product information and review-site listings for the kazunoko matsumae-zuke sold by Hokkyosō Co., Ltd. (Hokkyoan) of Eiheiji, Yoshida District, Fukui, made with herring roe from Russia and kelp from Hokkaido, into five points: amount, storage method, ingredient labeling, suitability as a gift, and reviews. Its key feature is that you can combine the amount (500g or 1kg) with the herring-roe ratio (50% or 35%).
At a Glance
Key points
- Choose one 500g bag, or two 500g bags (1kg)
- The herring-roe ratio is stated as selectable from 50% or 35%
- Keep frozen (−18°C or below); after thawing it can be eaten as is, without heating, as described
- Rakuten rating 4.5 (327 reviews). Viewed September 23, 2026
Watch out for
- The specific reason for “wakeari” in the product name is not stated on the product page
- The best-before date is described as printed on the package, and the product page does not give a number of days
Suits: People who want to choose the herring-roe ratio and amount, and have matsumae-zuke ready frozen
The comparison covers the 10 kazunoko items featured on Ochinity (as of October 18, 2026). Each value is as of the date its own article was researched and may differ from the current listing. Features are from the Rakuten Ichiba product page (viewed September 23, 2026). The rating is as displayed on Rakuten (viewed September 23, 2026) and does not necessarily reflect the current state of the product.
Compared with 10 Similar Kazunoko Items
Among the 10 kazunoko items featured on Ochinity (as of October 18, 2026). Each value is as of the date its own article was researched and may differ from the current listing. Ratings are as displayed on Rakuten; the fewer the reviews, the more easily the figure can shift, and it does not necessarily reflect the current state of the product. The table is ordered by product name with this article first, and does not indicate ranking.
| Product | Total amount (g) | Delivery temperature | Rakuten rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 数の子松前漬け 訳あり 500g・1kg (this article) | 500／1000 | Frozen | 4.5 (327 reviews, 2026-09-23) |
| Mashike Marche Seasoned Herring Roe (Kazunoko) Wakeari Broken Pieces 500g | 500 | Frozen | 4.71 (284 reviews, 2026-10-01) |
| Masuyone Seasoned Herring Roe (Kazunoko) “Honchan” 450g (150g × 3 bags) | 450 | Frozen | 4.42 (785 reviews, 2026-10-15) |
| Wakeari Seasoned Kazunoko (Herring Roe) for Commercial Use 500g, Broken Type | 500 | Frozen | 4.72 (116 reviews, 2026-10-06) |
| 海産物店ミツワ 数の子松前漬け（数の子60%配合） | 500／1000／2000 | Frozen | 4.58 (890 reviews, 2026-09-21) |
| Wakeari Salted Herring Roe (Kazunoko) 1kg, Russia | 1000 | Chilled (ambient delivery for December–March, chilled delivery for April–November) | 4.84 (513 reviews, 2026-09-25) |
| 越前かに職人甲羅組 味付け数の子500g | 500 | Frozen | 4.34 (674 reviews, 2026-09-23) |
| Kanazawa Maimon Sushi Wakeari Seasoned Herring Roe (Kazunoko) 1kg (500g × 2 bags) | 1000 | Frozen | 4.27 (145 reviews, 2026-10-02) |
| Kanazawa Maimon Sushi Wakeari Seasoned Herring Roe (Kazunoko) 500g | 500 | Frozen | 4.44 (227 reviews, 2026-10-02) |
| 釜庄 Kazunoko Matsumae-zuke (Kazunoko Korokoro) 500g × 1 | 500／1000／2000／3000 | Frozen | 4.5 (1,131 reviews, 2026-10-18) |
Product names link to each product’s article.
- The Rakuten rating of 4.5 (327 reviews) is lower than that of 海産物店ミツワ 数の子松前漬け（数の子60%配合） (4.58, 890 reviews), and the same figure as 釜庄 Kazunoko Matsumae-zuke (Kazunoko Korokoro) 500g × 1 (4.5, 1,131 reviews)
- The amount is 500g or 1kg. 海産物店ミツワ 数の子松前漬け（数の子60%配合） comes in 500g to 2,000g, and 釜庄 Kazunoko Matsumae-zuke (Kazunoko Korokoro) 500g × 1 comes in 500g to 3,000g
Basic Information
- Product name
- 数の子松前漬け (wakeari) / kazunoko matsumae-zuke (wakeari)
- Amount
- 500g × 1 bag / 500g × 2 bags (1kg total)
- Options
- Herring-roe ratio: 50% / 35%
- Storage
- Described as to be kept frozen (−18°C or below)
- Best-before date
- Described as printed on the package (number of days Not confirmed)
- Allergens
- Contains wheat and soy in part
- Price
- Not listed here because it changes
- Shipping
- Frozen delivery
- Noshi / gifting
- Noshi (gift wrapping label) available (the inscription types are Not confirmed)
This list transcribes what is stated on the product page. However, the “not confirmed” labels and any notes we add are our own.
The product page states that part of the ingredients contain wheat and soy as allergens. If you have an 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 September 23, 2026).
See the transcribed details, sources and “not confirmed” items (15 items)
This list transcribes what is stated on the product page. However, the “not confirmed” labels and any notes we add are our own.
- Product name
- 数の子松前漬け (wakeari) / kazunoko matsumae-zuke (wakeari)
- Reason for “wakeari”
- The product name says “wakeari,” but the product page gives no specific reason (such as shape, size, or off-spec items), so this is Not confirmedSource: product description on the product page (viewed September 23, 2026)
- Amount
- Choose between 500g × 1 bag, or 500g × 2 bags (1kg total)Source: product description on the product page (viewed September 23, 2026)
- Options
- Amount: 500g × 1 bag / 500g × 2 bags (1kg total)
Herring-roe ratio: 50% / 35%Source: product description on the product page - Storage method
- Described as to be kept frozen (−18°C or below)Source: product description on the product page
- Best-before date
- Described as printed on the package. The product page does not state a specific number of days, so this is Not confirmedSource: product description on the product page
- Ingredients
- Stated as herring roe (from Russia), kelp, carrot, dried squid, sugar, starch syrup, soy sauce, hydrolyzed protein, bonito extract, fermented seasoning, brewed vinegar, alcohol, seasoning (amino acids, etc.), thickener (xanthan gum), vitamin B1, acidulant, and preservative (potassium sorbate)Source: product description on the product page (viewed September 23, 2026)
- Allergens
- Stated as containing wheat and soy in part of the ingredientsSource: same as above
- Raw material origin
- Herring roe: Russia. Kelp: Hokkaido, and the seller’s description states it uses thick, glutinous makombu kelp. The origin of other ingredients such as carrot and dried squid is Not confirmedSource: product description on the product page
- Place of processing
- Not confirmed (the product page does not state a place name or address for the place of processing)
- State / how to eat (whether heating is required)
- The seller advises that after thawing it can be eaten as is, without heatingSource: product description on the product page
- Shipping
- Frozen deliverySource: product description on the product page (delivery method field)
- Noshi / gifting
- The gift section of the product page shows that noshi (gift wrapping label) is available (confirmed September 23, 2026). The inscription types, and support for wrapping and message cards, are Not confirmed. The words “gift” and “Respect for the Aged Day” in the product name are keywords indicating a use, not a statement of the packaging formSource: gift section of the product page (confirmed September 23, 2026)
- Manufacturer
- Not confirmed (the product page only shows a “seller” label, with no separate statement distinguishing a manufacturer. Seller: 株式会社北京莊)Source: product description on the product page
- Shop
- Hokkyoan (ほっきょ庵) (Rakuten Ichiba)
Prices are not listed here because they change. Please check the current price and stock availability at the link above.
What Public Reviews Say
Comments on taste or quality are summaries of third-party posts with their source stated. The rating figures are as of the time viewed and change afterward.
| Site | Rating | Reviews | Viewed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rakuten customer reviews (product page) | 4.5 / 5 | 327 reviews | September 23, 2026 |
The following is a summary of what we could read under the default “Standard” sort order (the number of reviews read is Not confirmed; posted between October 19, 2025 and August 8, 2026), and this trend does not necessarily reflect the product’s current state. We confirmed that Yahoo! Shopping and Amazon carry the same shop’s listing, but the reviews in this article cover Rakuten customer reviews only; we did not read the reviews on Yahoo! Shopping or Amazon.
What Reviewers Praise
Many posts praise the texture of the herring roe (crunchy and plump) and the mildly sweet seasoning with a well-balanced saltiness. Some also mention the price, and that it is easy to store and manage frozen.
Source: Rakuten customer reviews (viewed September 23, 2026)
What Reviewers Note
Some say the seasoning is strong (a few), and some say the herring roe varies in size. Others found the kelp very sticky, or wished for a larger amount.
Source: Rakuten customer reviews (viewed September 23, 2026)
Summary: Is This the One for You?
Why choose it: You want to choose the herring-roe ratio and the amount yourself, and you want to eat it right after thawing. If those two are your conditions, this product, which lets you combine 50% or 35% with 500g or 1kg and is described as needing no heating, meets both (weak points: the reason for “wakeari” is not stated on the product page, and its rating of 4.5 is lower than the 4.58 of 海産物店ミツワ 数の子松前漬け（数の子60%配合）).
- In the range read, many posts praise the crunchy, plump texture of the herring roe and the mildly sweet seasoning with a well-balanced saltiness, while others say the taste is strong or that the herring roe varies in size
- The kelp is stated to be from Hokkaido
Other options: If you want one with 60% herring roe, see 海産物店ミツワ 数の子松前漬け（数の子60%配合）; if you want a larger amount, see 釜庄 Kazunoko Matsumae-zuke (Kazunoko Korokoro) 500g × 1.
This section is based on the Rakuten Ichiba product page and Rakuten customer reviews (viewed September 23, 2026). It reflects the trend within the range of reviews read and does 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 September 23, 2026. Please be sure to check the listing at the link before purchasing.
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This article organizes information published on various retail and review sites. Product details such as amount, storage method, and ingredients are subject to change, and this article reflects the content as of the information-as-of date.
Comments on taste or quality are summaries of 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: September 23, 2026 / Sources: Rakuten Ichiba “Hokkyoan” product page, Rakuten customer reviews, Consumer Affairs Agency, Japan, “About Allergen Labeling”
