“山陰” (Sanin) in the shop name of the product introduced in this article is part of the shop’s name, not the place where the oysters used as the raw material were harvested (the raw material origin is listed as Hiroshima Prefecture). With frozen fried oysters (kaki fry), it is easy to choose without being clear about the combination of weight per piece and number of pieces, or how to fry them. This article organizes the publicly available product information and review-site descriptions for 山陰海の幸 いそはま本舗’s Hiroshima fried oysters (approx. 30g × 20 pieces / approx. 40g × 20 pieces) into five points: quantity, storage method, ingredient labeling, suitability as a gift, and reviews.
What We Confirmed
- Quantity and available sizes
- Storage method and best-before date
- Ingredients and allergen labeling
- Whether it works as a gift
- Trends in public 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 | Hiroshima Oysters, Fried Oysters (カキフライ), Frozen, Oyster Fry (牡蠣フライ), Oyster Fry (かきフライ), For Commercial Use, Just Fry (Listed with words related to shipping fees, gifts, and promotion removed from the Rakuten Ichiba product name) |
|---|---|
| Name | Fried oysters (カキフライ)Source: Rakuten Ichiba product page (viewed October 3, 2026) |
| Amount | Choose from two sizes: approx. 30g × 20 pieces (approx. 600g total) or approx. 40g × 20 pieces (approx. 800g total). The amount field lists the number of fried oysters and the total weight; we found no mention of saucesSource: same as above |
| Coating Ratio | Coating makes up 45%Source: product page description |
| Nutrition (per 100g) | Energy 144kcal, protein 8.3g, fat 2.2g, carbohydrates 22.7g, salt equivalent 0.8g (the listed values are noted as approximate)Source: product page description |
| Storage Method | Store at −18°C or belowSource: product page description |
| Best-Before Date | The product page states that the date is printed on the product. We could not find the number of days on the product page, so it is not confirmedSource: product page description |
| Raw Material Origin | Oysters (Hiroshima Prefecture)Source: product page description (ingredient name) |
| Place of Processing | Not confirmed (the seller’s address is listed, but this is not explicitly stated as the place of processing) |
| State / How to Eat (Whether Cooking Is Required) | The product page states that it has not been heated before freezing, and that cooking is required. It states that you fry it still frozen in medium-temperature oil until the coating turns golden brown (a guideline is about 5 minutes at 160–180°C). It also advises being careful of oil splatter when cookingSource: product page description |
| Thawing Method | We found no thawing instructionsSource: product page description |
| Shipping | The product page states that it is shipped by frozen delivery, and that it is shipped after the order is confirmed. As a guideline for shipping, approx. 30g × 20 pieces can ship as soon as the same day (excluding shop holidays); we found no description for approx. 40g × 20 piecesSource: Rakuten Ichiba product page (viewed October 3, 2026) |
| Manufacturer | Not confirmed (株式会社 大磯 [3050-20 Harai-cho, Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture] is listed as the seller, but whether it is the manufacturer or processor is not stated)Source: product page description |
| Shop | 山陰海の幸 いそはま本舗 (Rakuten Ichiba) |
Prices are not listed here because they change. Please check the current price and stock availability at the link above.
Ingredients and Allergen Labeling
The ingredient name field on the product page lists oysters (Hiroshima Prefecture), coating (breadcrumbs, wheat flour, dextrin, starch, sugar, salt, vegetable protein, skim milk powder) / modified starch, seasoning (amino acids), thickening polysaccharides, emulsifier, and baking powder. For allergens, it is labeled as containing wheat, milk, and soybean in part. We found no inconsistency in this labeling within the product page.
Because this product uses oysters, people with an oyster or shellfish allergy cannot eat it. If you are concerned about your own allergies, please contact the shop before purchasing, or check the collective food labeling on the product when it arrives.
Reference: Consumer Affairs Agency, Japan, “About Allergen Labeling” (accessed October 3, 2026)
Five Things to Check Before Buying
| What to Check | For This Product | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Amount and Number of Servings | Both sizes contain 20 pieces: approx. 30g × 20 is approx. 600g in total, and approx. 40g × 20 is approx. 800g in total. We found no statement of the number of servings | Product page description |
| 2. Storage Method and Shelf Life | Store at −18°C or below. The product page states that the best-before date is printed on the product; the number of days is not confirmed | Product page description |
| 3. Ingredients and Allergen Labeling | Labeled as containing wheat, milk, and soybean. Because it uses oysters, people with an oyster or shellfish allergy cannot eat it | Product page description (ingredient name) |
| 4. Suitable as a Gift | Support for noshi, wrapping, and message cards is shown. The types of noshi wording and the type of packaging are not confirmed | Rakuten Ichiba product page (gift options field) |
| 5. Review Trends | Rakuten Ichiba’s rating is 4.71 out of 5 (1,198 reviews). We read the first 59 reviews in the default sort order and 12 each of the 1-star and 2-star reviews (83 in total), so this may not reflect the product’s current state. The trends are summarized below in “What Public Reviews Say” | Rakuten customer reviews (viewed October 3, 2026) |
Suitable as a Gift?
The gift options field on the Rakuten Ichiba product page shows support for noshi, wrapping, and message cards (viewed October 3, 2026). We could not find the types of noshi wording or the type of packaging (gift box, simple gift box, or gift wrapping) on the product page, so these are not confirmed. An information image on the product page says that delivery under multiple names is possible (entered on the order-information change screen), and that cash on delivery is not suitable for gifts.
If you are considering it as a gift, checking the following before purchasing can help avoid misunderstandings.
- Types of noshi wording (not listed on the product page)
- Because it is shipped frozen, a delivery date and time the recipient can receive
- Whether the recipient’s freezer has room for approx. 600g or approx. 800g in total (20 pieces)
Among the reviews we read, some posts said the product was used as a gift, and some mentioned the message card (Source: Rakuten customer reviews, viewed October 3, 2026).
What Public Reviews Say
We organized the Rakuten Ichiba product reviews by viewpoint. The rating figures are as of the time we viewed them and may change afterward.
| Site | Rating | Reviews | Viewed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rakuten customer reviews (product page) | 4.71 / 5 | 1,198 | October 3, 2026 |
Rating breakdown: 5 stars 953 / 4 stars 181 / 3 stars 39 / 2 stars 12 / 1 star 13 (as shown on Rakuten Ichiba; viewed October 3, 2026)
Range read: the first 59 reviews in the default sort order (posted October 2024 to August 2026; the latest is from August 2026), 12 reviews filtered to 1 star (posted September 2010 to January 2026), and 12 reviews filtered to 2 stars (posted February 2011 to August 2026), 83 in total. This is the trend within the range we read, and it does not necessarily represent the product’s current state.
What Reviewers Praise
Size of the oysters and satisfying bite
Of the 59 reviews in the default sort order, about 34 (the count is approximate) mentioned that the oysters are large or satisfying to eat. These include posts saying they felt the oysters were large even in the approx. 30g size.
Little unpleasant smell
Four of the 59 reviews in the default sort order wrote that there is no unpleasant smell or that it is not fishy (all 5-star).
Thin coating and juiciness
Four posts felt the coating was on the thin side or not too thick, and nine mentioned juiciness or a plump, springy texture (out of the 59 reviews in the default sort order; all 5-star).
Convenience of just frying
Six of the 59 reviews in the default sort order said it is easy to make just by frying (5-star and 4-star).
Source: Rakuten customer reviews (viewed October 3, 2026)
What Reviewers Note
Unpleasant smell
Of the 24 1-star and 2-star reviews we could read, 12 (9 one-star, 3 two-star) mentioned an unpleasant or fishy smell. Four of them were posted within the last two years (all 1-star), and the rest were posted in May 2024 or earlier. Among the 59 reviews in the default sort order, four praise the lack of unpleasant smell.
Thick coating and greasiness
Five of the 24 1-star and 2-star reviews (four 2-star, one 1-star) felt the coating was thick or greasy. All were posted in March 2024 or earlier, and none were posted within the last two years. Among the 59 reviews in the default sort order, four felt the coating was on the thin side.
How to check: the coating ratio stated on the product page is summarized in the “Coating Ratio” row of “Basic Information” in this article.
Size of each oyster
Three of the 24 1-star and 2-star reviews said the oysters were not as large as expected (one of them within the last two years). Among the 59 reviews in the default sort order, about 34 mention the size of the oysters or how satisfying they are to eat.
How to check: the weight per piece (approx. 30g / approx. 40g) is summarized in the “Amount” row of “Basic Information” in this article.
Source: Rakuten customer reviews (viewed October 3, 2026)
Who It Suits / Who Should Be Careful
Who It Suits
- Want to cook it just by frying (the product page states you fry it still frozen)
- Looking for frozen fried oysters made with oysters from Hiroshima Prefecture
- Want to keep 20 fried oysters of approx. 30g or approx. 40g each in the freezer
- Looking for a product that shows support for noshi, wrapping, and message cards
Who Should Be Careful
- Have an oyster or shellfish allergy, or a wheat, milk, or soybean allergy
- Want to be careful about the need to cook it (the product page states it has not been heated before freezing)
- Want to confirm the number of days of the best-before date in advance (the number of days is not confirmed)
- Want to specify the type of noshi wording (not listed on the product page)
- Want to check the points on which some reviews mentioned an unpleasant smell or a thick coating
- Find it hard to adjust the delivery date and time
Prices, stock, shipping fees, and delivery dates are subject to change. The two sizes, approx. 30g × 20 pieces and approx. 40g × 20 pieces, were listed on the product page as of October 3, 2026, but please check the link for the sizes available for purchase. This article’s information-as-of date is October 3, 2026. Please be sure to check the listing at the link before purchasing.
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Summary
- Two sizes: approx. 30g × 20 pieces (approx. 600g total) and approx. 40g × 20 pieces (approx. 800g total). The product page states you fry it still frozen in medium-temperature oil (a guideline is about 5 minutes at 160–180°C)
- Store at −18°C or below. The best-before date is stated to be printed on the product, but the number of days is not on the product page and is not confirmed
- Labeled as containing wheat, milk, and soybean. People with an oyster or shellfish allergy cannot eat it. The types of noshi wording and the type of packaging are not confirmed, so if you plan to use it as a gift, check before purchasing
Related Pages
This article organizes information published on various retail sites and review sites. Product details such as quantity, storage method, and ingredients are subject to 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: October 3, 2026 / Sources: Rakuten Ichiba “山陰海の幸 いそはま本舗” product page, Rakuten customer reviews, Consumer Affairs Agency, Japan, “About Allergen Labeling”
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