Sugar is classified into various types according to the degree of sugar refining, and its sweetness also differs according to the amount of ash and other minerals it contains. Each sugar type is used in a way that makes the most of its characteristics.
* The following calorie information is based on the Standard Tables of Food Composition in Japan.
Sugar products
Refined white sugar (Jōhakutō)
The most popular sugar type, refined white sugar is an all-round player that is perfect for all kinds of cooking. It is a uniquely Japanese sugar with fine crystals and a moist, soft feel and flavor.
Product name: JAN code/ITF code
FNS-1kg | :4976780012112 |
FNS-1kg×20 | :0104976780012111 |
FNS-10kg | :44976780010062 |
FNS-15kg | :34976780010034 |
FNS-20kg | :24976780010020 |
FNS-30kg | :14976780010016 |
FNSS-20kg | :24976780040027 |
FNSS-30kg | :14976780040013 |
Recommended uses
In addition to being used for seasoning, it is widely used in sweets, beverages, jams, and for many other applications, and is especially common in the home.
Calorific content
391kcal/100g
Granulated sugar
A high purity sugar with crystals slightly larger than those of refined white sugar, granulated sugar has a smooth, almost silky feel. It also has a light sweetness with no peculiar taste, and is an ideal accompaniment for coffee, tea, and many other beverages.
Product name: JAN code/ITF code
FG-1kg | :4976780112119 |
FG-1kg-20kg | :0104976780112118 |
FNGL-20kg | :24976780110027 |
FNGL-30kg | :14976780110013 |
FNGM-20kg | :24976780120026 |
FNGM-30kg | :14976780120012 |
FNGMS-20kg | :24976780130025 |
FNGMS-30kg | :14976780130011 |
FNGS-20kg | :24976780140024 |
FNGS-30kg | :14976780140010 |
Recommended uses
Granulated sugar is an ideal accompaniment for coffee, tea, and many other beverages.
Calorific content
394kcal/100g
Brown sugar (San’ontō)
This is a soft sugar, similar to refined white sugar, and has a yellowish-brown color. It has a distinctive flavor and a strong sweetness due to its high nectar content.
Product name: JAN code/ITF code
FNCA-1kg | :4976780412110 |
FNCA-1kg×20 | :0104976780412119 |
FNCA-20kg | :24976780420027 |
FNCA-30kg | :14976780420013 |
Recommended uses
Brown sugar is ideal for dishes that require a strong sweetness and richness, such as simmered food dishes and tsukudani (food boiled in soy sauce).
Calorific content
390kcal/100g
Rock sugar
This is a top-quality sugar consisting of large crystals that are colorless, transparent, and shiny. It is characterized by its light, elegant sweetness.
Product name: JAN code/ITF code
FNAL-20kg | :24976780210024 |
FNAL-30kg | :14976780210010 |
FNAM-20kg | :24976780220023 |
FNAM-30kg | :14976780220019 |
FNAS-30kg | :14976780230018 |
Recommended uses
Rock sugar is used for high-end wagashi (Japanese sweets), yokan (bean jelly), jellies, fruit wine, etc., which require a light sweet taste.
Calorific content
393kcal/100g
Medium brown sugar (Chu’zaratō)
The crystals are about the same size as those of white rough sugar. It has a yellowish-brown color, but it is a highly pure sugar. Its mild flavor enhances the umami of simmered dishes.
Product name: JAN code/ITF code
FNB-1kg | :4976780312113 |
FNB-1kg×20 | :0104976780312112 |
FNB-20kg | :24976780310021 |
FNB-30kg | :14976780310017 |
Recommended uses
Medium brown sugar is used for making bean paste for Japanese sweets, sponge cakes and other Western confections, simmered dishes, soba-tsuyu (buckwheat sauce), pickles, and many other dishes.
Calorific content
393kcal/100g
Liquid sugar
Our liquid sugar is highly pure, highly concentrated, and of uniform quality. It is used extensively in soft drinks and other commercial applications because it dissolves effortlessly and quickly.
Product name
FNLS67,68/FNLSA67/FNLSP67
Recommended uses
It is widely used in soft drinks, frozen desserts, canned foods, breads, confectioneries, etc.
Calorific content
267kcal/100g
Liquid brown sugar
This is a viscous liquid brown sugar with a deep flavor.
Product name
FNLS5-75 |
Recommended uses
It is used in making sauces including tare dipping sauces.
Calorific content
約295kcal/100g