Because a Japanese-style two-tier osechi (traditional Japanese New Year’s food) box packs in so many dishes, it can be hard to tell from the product page alone how many people 27 dishes will serve, or how long you have until you need to eat it. This article organizes what is publicly available about Itamaetamashii’s Japanese-style two-tier osechi box “Nozomi,” based on the Rakuten Ichiba product page and the shop’s allergen list, into five points: contents, storage method, ingredient labeling, gift suitability, and reviews.
What We Confirmed
- Contents and roughly how many people it serves
- Storage method and best-before date
- Ingredient and allergen labeling
- Whether it’s suitable as a gift
- Trends in published 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 | Itamaetamashii’s Nozomi Japanese-Style Two-Tier Osechi Box, 27 Dishes, Serves 2 |
|---|---|
| Name (designation) | Osechi cuisineSource: “Name” field in the product spec section on the product page (viewed September 21, 2026) |
| Contents | 27 dishes for 2 people (16 dishes in the first tier, 11 in the second tier). First tier (ichi-no-jū): kōya-dōfu (freeze-dried tofu) marked with the kanji for “longevity,” crab dumplings with carrot and shiso, chicken liver simmered in ginger, herring in black-vinegar nanban sauce, kurumi tazukuri (candied baby sardines with walnuts), seasoned herring roe (kazunoko), pine-cone-cut grilled squid, domestic pork and burdock rolls, simmered octopus, glazed head-on shrimp, white plum-blossom mochi, red plum-blossom mochi, candied chestnuts (kuri kanroni), sweet rolled omelet (datemaki), small sea bream grilled in saikyo miso, and yuzu matsumae-zuke (kelp and squid pickled with yuzu). Second tier (ni-no-jū): sweet black soybeans (kuromame), simmered cod, red-and-white daikon and carrot salad (kōhaku namasu), seasoned shinoda-maki (fried tofu rolls), candied chestnuts with the inner skin left on, sweet mashed chestnut and sweet potato (kinton), smashed burdock root (tataki gobō), baby lotus root with shiso, grilled yuba (tofu skin), herring roe with kelp and mountain-and-sea ingredients, and herring rolled in kelp. The tiered box is 20.5 cm x 20.5 cm x 4.3 cm, two tiers (material: PS resin)Source: “Product Description” section and the allergen list page on the product page (viewed September 21, 2026) |
| What changes depending on your choice | You can choose the quantity (1 set / 2 sets), the delivery date (6 options from December 28 to January 2), and the delivery time (6 slots, including no time specified)Source: purchase section on the product page (viewed September 21, 2026) |
| Storage method | Keep frozen (−18°C or below)Source: Basic Information section and product spec section on the product page (viewed September 21, 2026) |
| Best-before date | While frozen, until January 15, 2027 (Friday). After thawing, 2 days in the refrigeratorSource: Basic Information section and product spec section on the product page (viewed September 21, 2026) |
| Thawing method | Instructions say it takes about 24 to 36 hours in the refrigerator. They also say thawing may take longer if the refrigerator temperature is too low. After thawing, instructions say to store it in the refrigerator for 2 daysSource: product description and product description images on the product page (viewed September 21, 2026) |
| Country of origin (ingredients) | The origin of ingredients is listed individually for each dish, with a mix of domestic and imported ingredients (U.S., China, Vietnam, Thailand, Norway, Indonesia, Canada, and others). For example: kōya-dōfu and the domestic pork and burdock rolls are domestic; the seasoned herring roe is from the U.S. and Canada; the candied chestnuts are from China; the grilled squid is from Vietnam; the crab dumplings with carrot and shiso are from Thailand; the herring in black-vinegar sauce is from Norway; and the kinton is from Indonesia. The breakdown for all 27 dishes is listed on the shop’s individual “Allergen List” pageSource: individual “Allergen List” page on Rakuten Ichiba (viewed September 21, 2026) |
| Processing location | JapanSource: “Country of origin / manufacturing country: manufacturing country: Japan” in the product spec section on the product page (viewed September 21, 2026) |
| State / how to eat (whether heating is needed) | The product spec section states “food state: frozen / already plated.” The product description images say it arrives already arranged in the tiered box, and that you only need to thaw it in time to eatSource: product spec section and product description images on the product page (viewed September 21, 2026) |
| Shipping | Cool home delivery (frozen). Delivery date and time can be specified. Leave-at-door delivery (delivery box) is not available, and delivery is not available to some remote islands and areas. Hokkaido, Okinawa, the Izu Islands, Kagoshima Prefecture (Kagoshima-gun and Ōshima-gun), and remote islands are stated to have an order deadline of December 17 (Thursday)Source: purchase section and delivery information on the product page (viewed September 21, 2026) |
| Manufacturer | Nakano Mode Enterprise Co., Ltd. (4-1-29 Toyoshin, Higashiyodogawa-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka 533-0014. Brand name: Itamaetamashii)Source: “Seller” field in the Basic Information section on the product page (viewed September 21, 2026) |
| Shop | Rakuten Ichiba, “Itamaetamashii Osechi” |
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 product page’s food information label lists egg, milk, wheat, shrimp, crab, and walnut as specified ingredientsSource: product description on the product page (viewed September 21, 2026). In addition, the shop’s “Allergen List” page shows the ingredient names, additives, and allergen labeling for each of the 27 dishes individually, and also shows soy, sesame, squid, mackerel, chicken, and pork listed for individual dishes (these are not among the 8 mandatory items under the Food Labeling Act, and are shown as stated on the product page)Source: individual “Allergen List” page on Rakuten Ichiba (viewed September 21, 2026).
In addition, among the published reviews is one related to an allergy, describing a child’s lips swelling after eating this product (posted March 2, 2026, rated ★1). See “What Public Reviews Say” below for details. If you have a food allergy, please check the Allergen List above for each dish before buying, or check the food information label on the product when it arrives.
Reference: Consumer Affairs Agency, Japan, “About Allergen Labeling” (accessed September 21, 2026)
Five Things to Check Before Buying
| What to check | For this product | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Contents and how many people it serves | Japanese-style two-tier osechi, 27 dishes, serves 2 (16 dishes in the first tier / 11 in the second tier) | Product description on the product page (viewed September 21, 2026) |
| 2. Storage method and shelf life | Keep frozen at −18°C or below. Best-before date is January 15, 2027 (Friday), while frozen. After thawing, 2 days in the refrigerator | Basic Information section and product spec section on the product page (viewed September 21, 2026) |
| 3. Ingredient and allergen labeling | Specified ingredients are egg, milk, wheat, shrimp, crab, and walnut (food information label). Details for each dish can be checked on the Allergen List page, covering all 27 dishes | Product description on the product page and the individual “Allergen List” page on Rakuten Ichiba (viewed September 21, 2026) |
| 4. Whether it’s suitable as a gift | Arrives in a gift box, packaged for gift-giving. The tiered box arrives either wrapped in a furoshiki (a traditional Japanese wrapping cloth) or bound with a tape band, and the seller states you cannot choose which. Noshi (a Japanese gift-wrapping label) is not supported. Whether a message card is supported is not confirmed | Basic Information section and product spec section on the product page (viewed September 21, 2026) |
| 5. Review trends | 851 reviews, average 4.39 (measured via Rakuten relay, as of September 21, 2026). Sort order is the default display; we read the top 3 reviews. Reviews span March 2, 2026 to September 20, 2026 (most recent posted September 20, 2026). This sort order may not reflect the product’s current state. There are comments from apparent long-time repeat buyers, and some say the seasoning is mild and the portion is just right for 2 people, while a low rating (★1) also includes an allergy-related comment | Rakuten relay and the review section of the Rakuten Ichiba product page (viewed September 21, 2026) |
Suitable as a Gift?
Packaging is described as a gift box for gift-givingSource: Basic Information section on the product page (viewed September 21, 2026). The product page’s Basic Information section states that noshi is not supported. The tiered box is stated to arrive wrapped in either a furoshiki or bound with a tape band, and which one you get cannot be chosenSource: product description images on the product page (viewed September 21, 2026). We could not find any mention of message card support on the product page, so this is not confirmed. If you are considering this as a gift, checking the following before you buy can help avoid misunderstandings.
- Noshi is not supported (stated on the product page)
- Packaging is either a furoshiki or a tape band, and cannot be chosen (per the product description images). Whether a message card is supported is not confirmed
- You can choose a delivery date from 6 options between December 28 and January 2, and a delivery time from 6 slots. Checking in advance whether the recipient can receive it at that date and time can give you peace of mind
What Public Reviews Say
The following organizes the ratings and trends in comments published on the Rakuten Ichiba product page. The rating figures reflect the time we viewed the page and will change afterward. We read 3 reviews, and this sort order may not reflect the product’s current state.
| Site | Rating | Count | Viewed on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rakuten customer reviews (product page) | 4.39 / 5 | 851 | September 21, 2026 |
What Reviewers Praise
Multiple reviews appear to be from repeat buyers who have purchased this for more than 10 years. Some say the seasoning is mild and not too strong, and some say the portion is just right for 2 people.
Source: Rakuten customer reviews (viewed September 21, 2026)
What Reviewers Note
Among the low-rated (★1) reviews is one that appears to be allergy-related, describing a child’s lips swelling after eating this product (posted March 2, 2026). The 3 reviews we read this time were the top 3 under the page’s default sort order, and we did not check the overall trend across all low-rated reviews. If you are concerned about a food allergy, please check the Allergen List mentioned above before buying.
Source: Rakuten customer reviews (viewed September 21, 2026)
Who It Suits / Who Should Be Careful
Who It Suits
- Looking for a Japanese-style osechi with 27 dishes for 2 people
- Want to choose and specify the delivery date and time
- Want to store it frozen, thaw it, and eat it on New Year’s Day
- Want packaging in a gift box for gift-giving
Who Should Be Careful
- Have a food allergy (specified ingredients are egg, milk, wheat, shrimp, crab, and walnut; some dishes also contain soy, sesame, and others, so please inquire)
- Want to give it with noshi (not supported)
- Cannot plan backward from the day you’ll eat it, since thawing takes about 24 to 36 hours in the refrigerator
- Want leave-at-door delivery (delivery box) (not available)
Prices, stock, shipping fees, and delivery dates are subject to change. Please be sure to check the listing at the link before purchasing. This article’s information-as-of date is September 21, 2026. Hokkaido, Okinawa, the Izu Islands, Kagoshima Prefecture (Kagoshima-gun and Ōshima-gun), and remote islands are stated to have an order deadline of December 17 (Thursday).
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Summary
- It’s a Japanese-style two-tier osechi box with 27 dishes for 2 people. The best-before date is January 15, 2027 (Friday) while frozen, and 2 days in the refrigerator after thawing
- Specified ingredients are egg, milk, wheat, shrimp, crab, and walnut. Details for each of the 27 dishes can be checked on the shop’s Allergen List. Since a low-rated review mentions an allergy-related comment, please check in advance if you are concerned
- Noshi is not supported. You can choose a delivery date from 6 options between December 28 and January 2, and a delivery time from 6 slots
Related Pages
This article organizes information published on the seller’s site. Product details such as contents, storage method, and ingredients may change. Please check the seller’s listing for the latest information.
Comments on taste or quality are summaries of third-party posts with their source noted, and are not Ochinity’s own evaluation. Our approach to writing articles is described in our Editorial Policy.
Information as of: September 21, 2026 / Sources: Rakuten Ichiba “Itamaetamashii Osechi” product page, the shop’s individual “Allergen List” page, Rakuten customer reviews, Consumer Affairs Agency, Japan, “About Allergen Labeling”
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