“Hakata” in the product name is part of the brand name and does not indicate the origin of the raw materials (the manufacturer, Torizen Foods Co., Ltd. (トリゼンフーズ株式会社), is located in Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, and the country of origin for the chicken used in the set is Kyushu). Because a mizutaki (Hakata-style chicken hot pot) set combines frozen chicken and soup into one package, it can be hard to tell from the product name alone how many servings it provides or how much time is left before the best-before date. In this article, we’ve organized publicly available product information and review site listings for Hakata Hanamidori’s mizutaki set (3-4 servings) into five points: quantity, storage method, ingredient labeling, gift suitability, and reviews.
What We Confirmed
- Quantity and how many servings it provides
- Storage method and shelf life
- Ingredients and allergen labeling
- Whether it’s suitable as a gift
- Trends in publicly available reviews
Basic Information
This table transcribes what is stated on the product page. However, the “not confirmed” labels and any notes we add are our own.
| Product Name | Hakata Hanamidori Mizutaki Set (3-4 servings, includes yuzu pepper) |
|---|---|
| Name | Nabe soup and chicken set (mizutaki set; because the set bundles several items, it carries multiple food-labeling names — nabe soup / chicken thigh fillet / bone-in chicken thigh pieces / chicken tsukune / ponzu / yuzu pepper)Source: Rakuten Ichiba’s “Hakata Hanamidori” product page, Torizen Foods official website (both accessed September 28, 2026) |
| Quantity | 3-4 servings (mizutaki broth 600g x 2, chicken thigh fillet 300g, bone-in chicken thigh pieces 300g, chicken tsukune 200g, Hakata ponzu 220ml, yuzu pepper 30g). “3-4 servings” is the product page’s approximate figure; it does not break down the amount per personSource: same as above |
| What Changes Depending on Your Selection | The shop offers several size grades and series – 1-2 servings, 3-4 servings, 5-6 servings, and the mentaiko-included “Shuka” (朱華) line, among others. This article covers only the 3-4-serving sizeSource: Rakuten Ichiba’s product page (accessed September 28, 2026) |
| Storage Method | The mizutaki broth and chicken items (fillet, bone-in pieces, tsukune) must be kept frozen (-18°C or below). The Hakata ponzu and yuzu pepper are stored at room temperature (refrigerate after opening)Source: product description on the product page |
| Best-Before Date | Not confirmed (each item lists its own date individually, and the shop states it ships items with at least one month remaining before the date at the time of shipping; no specific number of days is listed)Source: product description on the product page |
| Country of Origin | Chicken (Kyushu)Source: product descriptions on Rakuten Ichiba and the Torizen Foods official website (shown consistently for each item, accessed September 28, 2026) |
| Place of Processing | Not confirmed (neither the Rakuten Ichiba page nor the official website lists a separate place of processing for each item; the manufacturer’s address is shown in the “Manufacturer” row below) |
| State / How to Eat (Whether Heating Is Required) | The product is described as a nabe (hot pot) dish that is heated before eating. It is described as being thawed naturally, then brought to a light boil in a pot together with the chicken before eatingSource: product description on the product page |
| Thawing Method | Described as thawed naturally. No specific thawing time is given, so this is not confirmedSource: same as above |
| Note After Opening | The Hakata ponzu and yuzu pepper are described as needing refrigeration after opening. The product is also described as not to be refrozen once thawedSource: product description on the product page |
| Shipping | Frozen deliverySource: product description on the product page (the delivery carrier is not named and is not confirmed) |
| Manufacturer | Torizen Foods Co., Ltd. (トリゼンフーズ株式会社) (1-8-13 Chiyo, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City)Source: shown on the product page (accessed September 28, 2026) |
| Shop | Hakata Hanamidori (Rakuten Ichiba: hanamidori). The seller is Torizen Dining Co., Ltd. (トリゼンダイニング株式会社) (Hakata Higashi Building 9F, 5-12 Hakata-Ekichuo-gai, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture)Source: same as above |
Prices are not listed here because they change. Please check the current price and stock availability at the link above.
Ingredients and Allergen Labeling
This table transcribes what is stated on the product page. However, the “not confirmed” labels and any notes we add are our own.
| Item | Ingredients | Allergen Labeling |
|---|---|---|
| Mizutaki Broth | Chicken soup (chicken bone (Kyushu), whole chicken (Kyushu)), salt, seasoning (amino acids) | Labeled as containing chickenSource: Rakuten Ichiba and the Torizen Foods official website (labeling matches, accessed September 28, 2026) |
| Chicken Thigh Fillet | Chicken (Kyushu) | No allergens listedSource: same as above |
| Bone-in Chicken Thigh Pieces | Chicken (Kyushu) | No allergens listedSource: same as above |
| Chicken Tsukune | Chicken (Kyushu), whole liquid egg, yam-based food material (potato starch, yam powder, dextrin), salt, seasoning (amino acids), thickening polysaccharide | Rakuten Ichiba product page: no allergens listed. Torizen Foods official website: clearly states it contains egg, chicken, and yamSource: Rakuten Ichiba’s “Hakata Hanamidori” product page, Torizen Foods official website (both accessed September 28, 2026) |
| Hakata Ponzu | Soy sauce, brewed vinegar, daidai citrus vinegar (daidai citrus juice, brewed vinegar), seasoning (amino acids, etc.), acidulant, flavoring | Rakuten Ichiba product page: states it contains wheat. Torizen Foods official website: clearly states it contains wheat and soySource: same as above |
| Yuzu Pepper | Yuzu peel (Kyushu), chili pepper (Kyushu), salt | No allergens listedSource: same as above |
The egg and yam in the chicken tsukune, and the soy in the Hakata ponzu, are listed only on the Torizen Foods official website and are not listed on the Rakuten Ichiba product page. Because the two sources disagree, this article lists both and leans toward the caution of the official website, which lists more allergens. If you have an egg, wheat, soy, yam, or other allergy, please contact the seller (Torizen Dining Co., Ltd.) before purchasing, or make a final check using the food information label that comes with the product. This listing does not mean we have confirmed every ingredient.
Reference: Consumer Affairs Agency, Japan, “About Allergen Labeling” (accessed September 28, 2026)
Five Things to Check Before Buying
| What to Check | For This Product | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Quantity and How Many Servings | 3-4 servings (the product page’s approximate figure). A set of mizutaki broth 600g x 2, chicken thigh fillet 300g, bone-in chicken thigh pieces 300g, chicken tsukune 200g, Hakata ponzu 220ml, and yuzu pepper 30g | Product descriptions on Rakuten Ichiba and the Torizen Foods official website (consistent) |
| 2. Storage Method and Shelf Life | The broth and chicken items must be kept frozen (-18°C or below). The best-before date is listed per item, and the specific number of days is not confirmed | Product description on the product page |
| 3. Ingredients and Allergen Labeling | The egg and yam in the chicken tsukune, and the soy in the Hakata ponzu, are listed only on the official website and not on the Rakuten Ichiba page (the two sources disagree) | Cross-check of Rakuten Ichiba and the Torizen Foods official website |
| 4. Whether It’s Suitable as a Gift | Noshi (gift wrapping label) and message card support are available. The types of inscription are not confirmed | Product description on the product page |
| 5. Review Trends | 2,264 Rakuten customer reviews (“Minna no Review”), average rating 4.61. The sort order’s name is not confirmed, so we read 14 reviews in the site’s default order. The posting dates we could confirm ranged from September 20, 2025, to September 9, 2026 (reference values), and the timing of the most recent post is not confirmed. This sort-order-based trend may not reflect the product’s current state | Rakuten customer reviews (“Minna no Review”) (accessed September 28, 2026) |
Suitable as a Gift?
The product page describes shipping in a gift box, support for noshi (multiple types available), and a message card (the shop’s own original design)Source: Rakuten Ichiba’s product page (accessed September 28, 2026). Gift wrapping is described as not supported. The types of noshi inscription (such as ochugen (mid-year gift), oseibo (year-end gift), or uchi-iwai (return gift)) are not listed on the product page, so this is not confirmed. If you’re considering this as a gift, confirming the following three points with the seller before purchase can help avoid misunderstandings.
- Whether your preferred inscription (such as ochugen, oseibo, or uchi-iwai) is available
- Since it arrives by frozen delivery, whether you can specify a date and time when the recipient can accept it
- Whether the recipient has enough freezer space for the full set (including the 600g x 2 broth)
Among the 14 reviews we read on Rakuten customer reviews (“Minna no Review”), several described buying it as an oseibo gift or other gift and being told it was well received. This trend may not reflect the product’s current stateSource: Rakuten customer reviews (“Minna no Review”), accessed September 28, 2026.
About the Awards
According to the seller’s listing, Hakata Hanamidori’s mizutaki set is described as having won the Rakuten Gourmet Award in the hot pot set category in 2015, 2016, 2018, 2019, and 2023Source: Rakuten Ichiba’s product page (accessed September 28, 2026). Of these, the 2015-2019 awards are more than five years old and are not the most recent achievement. The Torizen Foods official website also lists awards from the Otoriyose Net Best Mail-Order Award (hot pot category) in 2015, 2017, and 2018 (these, too, are all more than five years old and are not the most recent achievement), but these are not listed on the Rakuten Ichiba product page, so the two sources differSource: Torizen Foods official website (accessed September 28, 2026).
What Public Reviews Say
Below is a summary of the ratings and review content publicly available on Rakuten customer reviews (“Minna no Review”). The rating figures are as of the time of viewing and are subject to change. We read 14 reviews, and this trend may not reflect the product’s current state.
| Site | Rating | Number of Reviews | Date Viewed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rakuten customer reviews (“Minna no Review”) (product page) | 4.61 / 5 | 2,264 | September 28, 2026 |
What Reviewers Praise
Most comments describe buying it as an oseibo gift or other gift and being told it was well received, or saying it was delicious, with several posts mentioning the refined taste of the chicken tsukune and broth, and others mentioning repeat purchases.
Source: Rakuten customer reviews (“Minna no Review”) (accessed September 28, 2026)
What Reviewers Note
We confirmed one post describing the broth’s flavor as somewhat weak. Among the 14 reviews we read, we did not find any other notable complaints.
Source: Rakuten customer reviews (“Minna no Review”) (accessed September 28, 2026)
Who It Suits / Who Should Be Careful
Who It Suits
- Those who want to easily prepare a hot pot for 3-4 people
- Those who want a frozen stock of chicken-broth mizutaki on hand
- Those looking for a gift set with noshi or message card support
- Those who have enough freezer space for the full set
Who Should Be Careful
- Those with an egg, wheat, soy, yam, or other allergy (the two sources disagree, so check with the seller)
- Those who want to confirm the specific best-before date and thawing time in advance
- Those who want to specify the type of noshi inscription (not listed on the product page)
- Those who have difficulty arranging a specific delivery date and time
Prices, stock, shipping fees, and delivery dates are subject to change. This article’s information-as-of date is September 28, 2026. Please be sure to check the listing at the link before purchasing.
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Summary
- A mizutaki set for 3-4 servings. Larger and smaller sizes are also available, so choose the size that matches your number of guests when ordering
- The broth and chicken items must be kept frozen (-18°C or below). The specific number of days until the best-before date is not listed on the product page and is not confirmed
- The egg and yam in the chicken tsukune, and the soy in the Hakata ponzu, are listed only on the official website and not on the Rakuten Ichiba page. If you have an allergy, check with the seller before purchasing
Related Pages
This article summarizes information published on various sales sites and review sites. Product information such as quantity, storage method, and ingredients may change. Please check the seller’s listing 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: September 28, 2026 / Sources: Rakuten Ichiba’s “Hakata Hanamidori” product page, Rakuten customer reviews (“Minna no Review”), Torizen Foods official website, Consumer Affairs Agency, Japan, “About Allergen Labeling”
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