Soy sauce is one of the world’s oldest seasonings and condiments, dating back more than 2,000 years. Over the centuries, it found its way to Japan, where the traditional fermentation process was refined and perfected to create shoyu, the rich flavorful seasoning we know as soy sauce today.Traditionally crafted for more than three centuries.
Brewed and loved in America for generations.It was there that Kikkoman’s story began more than three centuries ago. In the mid-1600s, a resourceful family set up a brewery in the farming community of Noda along the Edo river, not far from present-day Tokyo.
And today, nearly twenty generations later, their descendants still run what has become the world’s leading soy sauce brand.
Products
You probably know Kikkoman for our world-famous soy sauces and teriyaki products. But that’s just the beginning. From signature sauces and mixes to noodle kits, panko bread crumbs and more, we offer a full line of authentic products and solutions to make cooking easier—and make every day delicious.
- Soy Sauces
Traditionally brewed Kikkoman Soy Sauce is a versatile flavor enhancer for a wide variety of foods, from Asian to mainstream American. A tradition since the 1600's and now America’s #1 Soy Sauce*, this ancient yet contemporary umami seasoning has become an essential ingredient in the American kitchen.- Teriyaki Sauces
Over 50 years ago, Kikkoman introduced the taste of teriyaki in a bottle. Today, we offer three distinctive teriyaki sauce types that make it easy to add this taste to your favorite meats, poultry, seafood or vegetables. The sweet-savory flavor of teriyaki and its rich mahogany glaze have been universally popular almost since it was first prepared in Japan centuries ago. . . a simple mixture of umami-filled soy sauce and mirin, a Japanese sweet cooking wine. The lustrous sheen of the sauce, after it's cooked, inspired the name "teriyaki", or glaze-broiled. Over many generations, the Japanese-Americans in Hawaii added fresh ginger, brown sugar, pineapple juice and green onions to the original flavor, and it gradually became the teriyaki sauce we've come to enjoy.- Cooking Sauces
Kikkoman's Asian Authentic Products provide a delicious shortcut to creating popular Asian dishes any night of the week. Whether you use them as marinades, cooking sauces or dipping sauces, these flavors will liven up any meal. However you choose to enjoy Kikkoman Asian Authentic Sauces, you can be sure that all our sauces start with quality ingredients that are prepared in facilities here in the USA according to traditional recipes. So, you can enjoy a truly authentic Asian meal tonight!- Condiments & Ingredients
Kikkoman's Asian Authentic Products provide a delicious shortcut to creating popular Asian dishes any night of the week. Whether you use them as marinades, cooking sauces or dipping sauces, these flavors will liven up any meal. However you choose to enjoy Kikkoman Asian Authentic Sauces, you can be sure that all our sauces start with quality ingredients that are prepared in facilities here in the USA according to traditional recipes. So, you can enjoy a truly authentic Asian meal tonight!- Stir-Fry Sauces
Kikkoman's Asian Authentic Products provide a delicious shortcut to creating popular Asian dishes any night of the week. Whether you use them as marinades, cooking sauces or dipping sauces, these flavors will liven up any meal. However you choose to enjoy Kikkoman Asian Authentic Sauces, you can be sure that all our sauces start with quality ingredients that are prepared in facilities here in the USA according to traditional recipes. Enjoy a truly authentic Asian meal tonight!- Breadings & Coatings
Kikkoman’s family of breading and coating mixes satisfies all your frying needs. Panko Bread Crumbs, Tempura Batter Mix, and Kara-Age Coating Mix give you that perfect light and airy crunch.- Gluten-Free Products
Kikkoman’s Gluten-Free Products are specially formulated using gluten-free ingredients for the same great taste, and are certified by the Gluten-Free Certification Organization (GFCO).
- Gluten-Free Noodle Kits
Our new gluten-free Noodle Kits make Asian noodles fun, easy, and delicious—even on a busy weeknight! Each kit includes quick-cooking rice noodles and a perfectly seasoned sauce packet. Just add your favorite protein and veggies. A tastier, healthier, more authentic alternative to instant noodle bowls, our quick-prep kits let you enjoy a satisfying meal just how you like it—in just a few minutes. Try all four delicious flavors: Pad Thai, Teriyaki Sesame, Spicy Garlic and Black Pepper.- Seasoning & Soup Mixes
Kikkoman offers a variety of restaurant-quality soups that are loaded with flavor and ready in minutes. Delicious and nourishing, they taste like they’ve simmered on the stove for hours. With several different Kikkoman dry seasoning and sauce mixes to choose from, you'll never have to worry about what's for dinner. Whether you choose a stir-fry mix or an instant marinade, these mixes start with traditionally brewed Kikkoman Soy Sauce and are enhanced with all the seasonings you need for an authentic Asian meal.- Pearl Organic Soymilk
Made with organic soybeans, Pearl Organic Soymilk is cholesterol-free, preservative-free, lactose-free and lower in fat and calories than regular milk, with a rich, creamy flavor people love.
Masanao ShimadaA lot has changed since 1957, when Kikkoman Corporation established its North American subsidiary, Kikkoman International, Inc. (known today as Kikkoman Sales USA, Inc.). In those days, soy sauce was an unfamiliar ingredient found mostly in Chinese and Japanese restaurants.But America’s tastes were expanding, and Kikkoman wanted to be a part of that. We believed that if we could show American cooks that soy sauce is not just for Asian cooking, Kikkoman would find a place in the American pantry, right alongside the ketchup, the mustard, the salt and the pepper.
Today, that dream has become a reality. Soy sauce has become one of North America’s favorite seasonings, and Kikkoman is far and away the leading brand. And although we’ve added many convenient sauce and seasoning products to our lineup, our core product, traditionally brewed soy sauce, has remained unchanged. It is brewed slowly, from water, soybeans, wheat, and salt, and aged for full flavor like a fine wine, just as it has been for centuries.
We thank you for welcoming us into your homes and your hearts over the last six decades, and we look forward to sharing a place at the table with you for many years to come.
Masanao Shimada
President and CEO
Kikkoman Sales USA, Inc.
Kikkoman Sales USAMission
The goal of Kikkoman Sales USA, Inc. is to expand the use of traditionally brewed soy sauce by showcasing its magical versatility as a flavor enhancer in a wide variety of foods, from Asian to mainstream American. Our mission is to make this ancient yet contemporary ingredient an essential part of the fabric of American life. Through our constantly expanding selection of sauces and seasonings, we will bring new flavors to home cooks, professional chefs and food manufacturers in ways that are convenient, delicious, and in step with the times.Our promise is to provide the highest quality products and service by continuously improving on our centuries-old heritage of techniques and expertise. We hope to bring happiness to the table every day by helping support healthy minds and bodies in delicious new ways.
Kikkoman USAStewardship & Sustainability
A Kikkoman Tradition for More than 300 yearsFor more than three centuries, Kikkoman has crafted its soy sauce following a time-honored traditional brewing process. And with that tradition comes an obligation to use resources responsibly and sustainably. We honor the values of stewardship, safety, transparency, and trust that consumers, chefs, and food companies care about more than ever before.
Our North American Footprint
Since 1957, Kikkoman Sales USA, Inc. has expanded from its corporate headquarters in San Francisco to a total of six regional sales offices. Our production facilities, Kikkoman Foods, Inc., in Walworth, Wisconsin, and Folsom, California, produce soy sauce and other Asian-style sauces for distribution throughout North America. Kikkoman’s many distribution centers and plants ensure availability of consistently fresh products.
Kikkoman USA A Name that Tells a Story
The name Kikkoman has proved to be a fitting one. In Japanese, kikko means "tortoise shell" and man means "ten thousand." In Japan, the tortoise is a traditional symbol of steady progress and longevity, since, according to Japanese folklore, the animal is believed to live as long as ten thousand years. The company’s founding families had a vision that their company would prosper and endure, and they were right.
Kikkoman Logo
The centuries-old Kikkoman logo—a hexagon, representing the tortoise shell, with the character for "ten thousand" in the center—is one of the world’s oldest brand-marks still in continuous use.
KikkomanTen Thousand Tortoise Shells
