This is a trial set of umeboshi (salted, pickled Japanese plums) sold by Fukuume Honpo (福梅本舗) of Shirahama Town, Wakayama, with the plums’ country of origin labeled as Kishu (Wakayama). Umeboshi differ widely in saltiness and flavor from one kind to the next, so this set is aimed at people who want to try small amounts before buying a large bag without knowing which they prefer. However, although the product name says “8 kinds,” what you can choose on the current purchase screen is only two sets of 4 kinds each. This article organizes the product information and review-site entries published for Fukuume Honpo’s taste-comparison trial set under five points: amount, shelf life, ingredient labeling, suitability as a gift, and reviews.
What We Confirmed
- Amount and how many servings
- Storage and shelf life
- 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 | Fukuume Honpo (福梅本舗) Select Kishu Nankoume Umeboshi Taste-Comparison Trial Set (the product name says “taste-comparison of 8 kinds”; you can choose 2 sets of 4 kinds each) |
|---|---|
| Name | Seasoned umeboshi (調味梅干) (the white-dried plum, 白干梅, is plain umeboshi)Source: Rakuten Ichiba product page (ingredient table) (viewed October 12, 2026) |
| Amount | 4 kinds × 60g each (240g per set). Roughly 2 to 6 plums per kindSource: same as above |
| What changes depending on your choice | The purchase screen has two options: “Sweet umeboshi set (4 kinds)” (あまい梅干しセット) and “Sour umeboshi set (4 kinds)” (すっぱい梅干しセット). Sweet set = Amamitsu Ume (あまみつ梅), Maroyaka Ume (まろやか梅), Honoka Ume (ほのか梅), Kombu Ume (こんぶ梅) / Sour set = Katsuo Ume (かつお梅), Shiso-zuke Ume Usushio-aji (しそ漬梅うす塩味), Shiso-zuke Ume (しそ漬梅), White-dried plum (白干梅). We did not find an option to choose all 8 kinds together on the purchase screen that daySource: Rakuten Ichiba product page (viewed October 12, 2026) |
| Storage | Store away from direct sunlight, high temperature, and humidity. Refrigerate after openingSource: same as above |
| Best-before date | Shown as “from 1 month” (for the white-dried plum and Shiso-zuke Ume, “from 1 year”). The best-before period for each kind is not confirmedSource: same as above |
| Country of origin (raw material) | Kishu (Wakayama)-grown plumsSource: same as above |
| Place of processing | Not confirmed |
| Condition / how to eat (cooking required?) | Umeboshi. Whether the seller gives guidance on cooking is not confirmed |
| After opening | Refrigerate after openingSource: Rakuten Ichiba product page (viewed October 12, 2026) |
| Delivery | The shop’s guidance image says delivery is by Yu-Packet (a Japan Post small-parcel mail service), with no delivery date or time selection and no cash on delivery. It also says that orders of 2 or more are sent by takkyubin (home delivery service). The temperature range for delivery is not confirmedSource: guidance image on the Rakuten Ichiba product page (viewed October 12, 2026) |
| Manufacturer | Fukuume Honpo (有限会社福梅本舗) (2497-36 Katata, Shirahama Town, Nishimuro District, Wakayama Prefecture)Source: Rakuten Ichiba product page (ingredient table) |
| Shop | Kishu Umeboshi Specialty Store Fukuume Honpo (紀州梅干し専門店 福梅本舗) (Rakuten Ichiba) |
Prices change, so they are not listed here. Please check the link above for the latest price and stock.
Ingredients and Allergen Labeling
Ingredients are labeled for each kind. We found no dedicated “allergen labeling” field on the product page, so this is not confirmed. In the parenthetical notes of the ingredient field, Maroyaka Ume and Katsuo Ume say “contains soybeans as part of the ingredients,” and Amamitsu Ume says “contains apples as part of the ingredients.” The other kinds have no allergen notes in parentheses.
| Kind (set) | Ingredient labeling (key points) | Salt equivalent (per 100g of edible portion) |
|---|---|---|
| Amamitsu Ume (あまみつ梅) (sweet) | Plum, pickling ingredients (sugar, reduced starch syrup, salt, apple cider vinegar, honey), acidulant, alcohol, vitamin B1, sweetener (sucralose). Contains apples as part of the ingredients | 5.33g |
| Maroyaka Ume (まろやか梅) (sweet) | Plum, pickling ingredients (salt, reduced starch syrup, fermented seasoning, sugars, protein hydrolysate, honey), seasoning (amino acids, etc.), acidulant, vitamin B1, sweetener (stevia), vegetable pigment. Contains soybeans as part of the ingredients | 10.5g |
| Honoka Ume (ほのか梅) (sweet) | Plum, pickling ingredients (reduced starch syrup, brewed vinegar, sugar, salt, protein hydrolysate, yeast extract), alcohol, acidulant, sweetener (stevia), vitamin B1. The old labeling is also shown alongside | 8.0g |
| Kombu Ume (こんぶ梅) (sweet) | Plum, kombu (kelp), pickling ingredients (salt, reduced starch syrup, kombu extract, yeast extract, fish sauce), acidulant, alcohol, vitamin B1, sweetener (stevia) | 7.9g |
| Katsuo Ume (かつお梅) (sour) | Plum, shiso (perilla), dried bonito flakes, pickling ingredients (salt, reduced starch syrup, fermented seasoning, sugars, protein hydrolysate, honey), seasoning (amino acids, etc.), alcohol, acidulant, vitamin B1, sweeteners (stevia, sucralose), vegetable pigment. Contains soybeans as part of the ingredients | 10.1g |
| Shiso-zuke Ume Usushio-aji (しそ漬梅うす塩味) (sour) | Plum, shiso (perilla), pickling ingredients (shiso liquid, reduced starch syrup, brewed vinegar, salt), alcohol, seasoning (amino acids, etc.), acidulant, vitamin B1, vegetable pigment. The old labeling is also shown alongside | 9.0g |
| Shiso-zuke Ume (しそ漬梅) (sour) | Plum, shiso (perilla), pickling ingredients (salt, shiso liquid) | 21.0g |
| White-dried plum (白干梅) (sour) | Plum, pickling ingredients (salt) | 19.3g |
Source: Rakuten Ichiba product page (ingredient table) (viewed October 12, 2026). For Honoka Ume and Shiso-zuke Ume Usushio-aji, both the new and the old labeling are shown. This table is based on the new labeling.
The product name includes “additive-free” (無添加), but a note attached to the same product name says that only the Shiso-zuke Ume and the white-dried plum are made without chemical seasonings, coloring agents, or preservatives. As the table above shows, the other 6 kinds list acidulants, sweeteners, or seasoning (amino acids, etc.). For “reduced salt” (減塩) in the product name, the standard and what it is compared against are not stated on the product page, so this is not confirmed.
If you have allergies, contact the shop before buying, or be sure to check the food information label on the product when it arrives.
Reference: Consumer Affairs Agency, Japan, “About Allergen Labeling” (accessed October 12, 2026)
Five Things to Check Before Buying
| What to check | For this product | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Amount and servings | 4 kinds × 60g each per set (240g in total). Roughly 2 to 6 plums per kind. No serving count is given: not confirmed | Product page (ingredient table) |
| 2. Storage and shelf life | Keep away from direct sunlight, high temperature, and humidity. Refrigerate after opening. Best-before date is “from 1 month” (for the white-dried plum and Shiso-zuke Ume, “from 1 year”) | Product page |
| 3. Ingredients and allergen labeling | Labeled for each kind. A dedicated allergen field is not confirmed. In parenthetical notes: soybeans (Maroyaka Ume, Katsuo Ume) and apples (Amamitsu Ume) | Product page (ingredient table) |
| 4. Whether it works as a gift | Delivery by Yu-Packet, with no date or time selection and no wrapping. We found no indication of noshi (gift wrapping label) | Product page and guidance image |
| 5. Trends in reviews | The Rakuten Ichiba rating is 4.54 / 5 (4,716 reviews). The following trends are within what we read: the first 58 reviews in Rakuten’s default order (posted April 2025 to September 2026; latest September 2026), plus 28 each filtered to 1★ and 2★. They may not reflect the product’s current condition. Many reviewers praised the plump size and softness of the plums and the way the comparison revealed their preferences, while some mentioned saltiness or a small amount. | Rakuten customer reviews (viewed October 12, 2026) |
Suitable as a Gift?
On the Rakuten Ichiba product page, we found no indication that noshi (gift wrapping label) is supported, and no mention of message cards. The inscription on the noshi is not confirmed. The shop’s guidance image says the item arrives by Yu-Packet (a Japan Post small-parcel mail service) and that a delivery date and time cannot be specified and wrapping is not available. So if you send it as a gift, note that you cannot choose a day the recipient will be able to receive it, and that you cannot ask for wrapping. The box is shown as 18 × 18 × 3.5cm.
- Noshi: not stated on the product page (not confirmed) / Wrapping: the guidance image says it is not available with Yu-Packet delivery
- Delivery date: guidance says date and time cannot be specified
Among the reviews we read, some posts said the set was used as a gift or in a care package for family or friends (Source: Rakuten customer reviews, viewed October 12, 2026. This applies to the 114 reviews we read and may not reflect the product’s current condition).
What Public Reviews Say
We organized the Rakuten Ichiba product reviews by topic. Rating figures are as of the time we viewed them and will change.
| Site | Rating | Reviews | Viewed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rakuten customer reviews (product page) | 4.54 / 5 | 4,716 | October 12, 2026 |
Rating breakdown: 5★ 3,143 / 4★ 1,086 / 3★ 341 / 2★ 66 / 1★ 45 (as shown on Rakuten Ichiba, viewed October 12, 2026)
What we read: the first 58 reviews in Rakuten’s default order (posted April 2025 to September 2026; latest September 2026), plus 28 filtered to 1★ (posted February 2009 to July 2024) and 28 filtered to 2★ (posted February 2012 to November 2025), 114 in total. These are trends within what we read and may not reflect the product’s current condition.
What Reviewers Praise
The comparison shows your preferences
About 23 of the 58 reviews in the default order said that trying several kinds in small amounts showed them which flavors and saltiness levels they like. Some also said it helped them choose which large bag to buy next.
How to check: the saltiness of each of the 4 kinds is summarized in the table in the “Ingredients and Allergen Labeling” section of this article.
Plump size and softness
About 17 reviews said the plums are large, with soft, plump flesh.
A reasonable amount for a trial
About 15 reviews said the amount is reasonable for a trial, and that they buy it repeatedly.
Used as a gift or care package
About 9 reviews said they sent it to family or friends, or included it in a care package.
Source: Rakuten customer reviews (viewed October 12, 2026)
What Reviewers Note
Salty or sour
About 24 of the 56 reviews at 1★ and 2★ (2 of them posted within the last two years) said they found it salty or sour, especially the white-dried plum and Shiso-zuke Ume.
How to check: the saltiness of each kind is summarized in the table in the “Ingredients and Allergen Labeling” section of this article.
Small amount and comments on price
About 11 of the 56 reviews at 1★ and 2★ said there were few plums, or that the price felt high for the amount. All were posted in 2021 or earlier.
How to check: the number of plums and the weight are summarized in the “Amount” row of “Basic Information” in this article.
Sweetness preference and additives
About 6 of the 114 reviews we read said that even the sweet set divided opinion on sweetness and flavor, or that additives such as acidulants were a concern.
How to check: the ingredients used are summarized in the table in the “Ingredients and Allergen Labeling” section of this article.
Source: Rakuten customer reviews (viewed October 12, 2026)
Who It Suits / Who Should Be Careful
Who It Suits
- Want to try several umeboshi in small amounts before buying a large bag
- Want to know whether you prefer the sweet type or the sour type
- Want to compare the saltiness and ingredients of each kind in a table before choosing
Who Should Be Careful
- Want all 8 kinds in a single order (you can choose 2 sets of 4 kinds each)
- Looking only for umeboshi without additives (the “additive-free” label applies only to Shiso-zuke Ume and the white-dried plum)
- Want to specify a delivery date (guidance says date and time cannot be specified)
- Plan to give it with noshi or wrapping (no noshi mention found; wrapping is stated as unavailable)
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Summary
- You can choose 2 sets of 4 kinds each (sweet / sour). The salt equivalent of each kind ranges from 5.33g to 21.0g (per 100g of edible portion), and you can check the saltiness in the table
- The best-before date is “from 1 month” (for the white-dried plum and Shiso-zuke Ume, “from 1 year”), and it must be refrigerated after opening. Guidance says delivery dates cannot be specified, so pay attention to the receiving date if you give it as a gift
- The “additive-free” label applies only to Shiso-zuke Ume and the white-dried plum. We could not confirm a dedicated allergen field, so contact the shop before buying, or be sure to check the label on the product when it arrives
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Information as of: October 12, 2026 / Sources: Rakuten Ichiba “Kishu Umeboshi Specialty Store Fukuume Honpo” (紀州梅干し専門店 福梅本舗) product page, Rakuten customer reviews, Consumer Affairs Agency, Japan, “About Allergen Labeling”
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