Wakodo baby food review


WAKODO Ready-To- Eat Baby Food

WAKODO Ready-To-Eat Baby Food Line - Up

 

 

WAKODO Ready-To-Eat Cup 

Features of WAKODO Ready-To-Eat Cup

Always follow the heating instructions to avoid overheating, which can result in the contents splashing and burns.

- Please mix after heating and check the temperature before feeding
- Please heat more if it is not warm enough
- Heating may vary depending on the model of the microwave oven.

Be careful not to let the contents splash or get

burned by a sudden boil. Thickened foods, such as baby food, may suddenly splatter during or after heating in the microwave. Shaking the container or inserting a spoon into the container after heating can cause the food to splatter more easily.


- When removing from the microwave, please do so gently.
- Be extra careful when stirring with a spoon after heating.

For babies of 7 months & above

Rice Porridge with Anchovy

Rice porridge with soft finished vegetables and Shirasu (whitebait). 2 cups of Rice Porridge with Anchovy. Comes with a spoon.

【NET WEIGHT】 80g × 2

Ingredients

water, rice (Japan), carrot, whitebait (fish), thickener (modified starch), anchovy extract (contains fish), cabbage, onion puree, rice vinegar .

Rice Porridge with Sweet Potato & Pumpkin and Western Style Simmered Codfish & Vegetables

Two-flavour set of 'Rice Porridge with Sweet Potato & Pumpkin' and 'Western Style Simmered Codfish & Vegetables'. Assortment of 2 cups of Rice Porridge with Sweet Potato and Pumpkin and Western Style Simmered Codfish and Vegetables. Comes with a spoon.

【NET WEIGHT】 80g × 2

Ingredients

Rice Porridge with Sweet Potato & Pumpkin

water, soymilk (soybeans), rice (Japan), carrot, sweet potato, apple puree, pumpkin, thickener (modified starch), sugar, chicken bouillon, salt, rice vinegar.

Western Style Simmered Codfish & Vegetables

water, carrot, onion puree, potato, codfish (fish), chicken bouillon, pumpkin puree, thickener (modified starch), vegetable oil, rice vinegar, salt.

CONTAINS: FISH & SOYBEAN

For babies of 9 months

Sea Bream Rice with Vegetable Sauce

Rich flavour of chicken stock and scallops rice cooked with sea bream and vegetables. 2 cups of Sea Bream Rice with Vegetable Sauce. Comes with a spoon.

【NET WEIGHT】 80g × 2

Ingredients

water, rice (Japan), carrot, thickener (modified starch), minced sea bream [sea bream (fish), sugar], bell pepper, Shiitake mushroom boiled plain, chicken extract, scallop extract, sesame oil, rice vinegar, salt.

For babies of 12 months

Balanced Meal and larger satisfying serving for babies of 1 year old and above!  

Risotto with Chicken & Vegetables and Gratin with Potato & Tuna

Two-flavor set of 'Risotto with Chicken & Vegetables' and 'Gratin with Potato & Tuna'. Assortment 2 cups of Risotto with Chicken & Vegetables and Gratin with Potato and Tuna. Comes with a spoon.

【NET WEIGHT】 90g × 1, 80g × 1

Ingredients

[Risotto with Chicken & Vegetables]
water, rice (Japan), onion puree, carrot, processed chicken products [chicken, water, breadcrumbs (contains wheat), onion, starch, salt], tomato paste, thickener (modified starch), tomato ketchup, broccoli, chicken bouillon, glucose, butter (contains milk), salt.

[Gratin with Potato & Tuna]
water, soymilk (soybeans), potato, carrot, onion puree, cabbage, sweet corn, boiled tuna [tuna (fish), water, salt], sugar, thickener (modified starch), chicken extract, pumpkin, chicken fish bouillon (contains fish), chicken oil, salt, rice vinegar.

CONTAINS: MILK, WHEAT, SOYBEAN AND FISH

WAKODO Ready-To-Eat Pouch

Features of  WAKODO Ready-To-Eat Pouch

Convenient and Ready-To-Eat Pouch Food 

Wide Variety of product line-up!

Pour pouch food into a microwavable container/bowl

and heat it up in the microwave oven!

Easy Preparation

Heat it up in microwave oven or

simply immerse pouch into hot water

OR

Immerse pouch

directly in hot water

for a quick and warm meal.

Delicious, Simple yet Healthy meals

for your babies!

No artificial flavouring and colouring added.

No MSG

Perfectly made textures and sizes just right for your babies

For babies of 7 months & above

Gratin with Chicken & Vegetables in Pumpkin Sauce

Spaghetti and plenty of vegetables simmered in a mildly sweet pumpkin sauce for a delicious gratin.

【NET WEIGHT】 80g

Ingredients

water, potato, carrot, pumpkin paste, spaghetti (contains wheat), processed chicken products [chicken, water, breadcrumbs (contains wheat), onion, starch, salt],  onion saute, thickener (modified starch), whole milk powder (milk), glucose,  butter (contains milk), flour (wheat), broccoli, chicken-fish bouillon (contains fish), rice vinegar, salt.

CONTAINS: WHEAT, MILK AND FISH.

Cheese Risotto with Chicken & Vegetables

A mild cheese risotto with slowly sauteed onions and rice cooked with chicken breast fillet and plenty of vegetables.

【NET WEIGHT】 80g

Ingredients

water, rice (Japan), carrot, onion saute, potato, thickener (modified starch), chicken bouillon, broccoli, cabbage, cheese (contains milk), chicken, whole milk powder (milk), Shiitake mushroom boiled plain, rice vinegar, salt.

CONTAINS: MILK

Chinese Rice Porridge with Salmon & Vegetables

Rice simmered with salmon, Wakame seaweed and vegetables in Japanese Dashi broth.

【NET WEIGHT】 80g

Ingredients

water, rice (Japan), carrot, cabbage, thickener (modified starch), salmon (fish), bonito-kelp stock (contains fish), broccoli, glucose, sesame oil, Shiitake mushroom boiled plain, rice vinegar, soy sauce (contains wheat, soybeans), sea bream extract (contains fish), salt, dried Wakame seaweed, anchovy extract (contains fish).

CONTAINS: WHEAT, FISH, AND SOYBEAN
MAY CONTAIN: PRAWN AND CRAB

Risotto with Salmon & Vegetables in Soybean Milk Sauce

Soft tomato risotto with salmon, vegetables, and rice simmered in soy milk. Does not contain dairy milk products.

【NET WEIGHT】 80g

Ingredients

water, rice (Japan), soy milk (soybeans), onion puree, potato, carrot, thickener (modified starch), broccoli, salmon (fish), tomato puree, cabbage, tomato ketchup, sea bream extract (contains fish), salt.

CONTAINS: FISH & SOYBEAN

For babies of 9 months

Chicken Taste Risotto with Tuna & Maitake Mushroom

Risotto with tuna, Maitake mushrooms, and rice simmered in chicken stock.

【NET WEIGHT】 80g 

Ingredients

water, rice (Japan), carrot, Maitake mushroom boiled plain, pumpkin, thickener (modified starch), boiled tuna [tuna (fish), water, salt], chicken bouillon, chicken extract, vegetable oil, salt, rice vinegar.

CONTAINS: FISH

Potato Gratin with Chicken Liver in Tomato Cream Sauce

Pureed liver added to tomato cream sauce for easy-to-eat potato gratin.

【NET WEIGHT】 80g 

Ingredients

water, potato, carrot, tomato puree, thickener (modified starch), broccoli, onion puree, cheese (contains milk), chicken liver, butter (contains milk), flour (wheat),  macaroni (contains wheat), whole milk powder(milk), chicken extract, salt, vegetable extract.

CONTAINS: MILK AND WHEAT

Gratin with Tuna & Vegetables in Cheese Cream Sauce

Rich creamy cheese gratin sauce with tuna and plenty of vegetables.

【NET WEIGHT】 80g 

Ingredients

water, carrot, potato, cabbage, cheese (contains milk), boiled tuna [tuna (fish), water, salt], chicken-fish bouillon (contains fish), thickener (modified starch), broccoli, onion puree, pumpkin, butter (contains milk), flour (wheat), whole milk powder (milk), sugar, rice vinegar, salt.

CONTAINS: MILK, WHEAT AND FISH

Cheese Risotto with Flounder & Vegetables

Mild cheese risotto with flounder, vegetables, and rice cooked in fish bouillon.

【NET WEIGHT】 80g 

Ingredients

water, rice(Japan), onion puree, carrot, cheese(contains milk), thickener(modified starch), cabbage, broccoli, flounder(fish), pumpkin,  sea bream extract(contains fish), rice vinegar, scallop extract, salt.

CONTAINS: FISH AND MILK
MAY CONTAIN: PRAWN AND CRAB

Simmered Vegetables & Tuna in Tomato Sauce

Vegetables and tuna simmered in a smooth tomato sauce.

【NET WEIGHT】 100g

Ingredients

water, carrot, potato, tomato puree, onion puree, tomato ketchup, cabbage, boiled tuna [tuna (fish), water, salt], thickener (modified starch), bell pepper, soybean, vegetable bouillon paste, radish, pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, sugar, broccoli, cauliflower, sweet corn puree, salt.

CONTAINS: FISH AND SOYBEAN

Seafood Fried Rice with Vegetables

This dish brings out the delicious flavour of vegetables and seafood, resulting in a rich taste.

【NET WEIGHT】 100g

Ingredients

water, rice (Japan), carrot, onion puree, radish, cabbage, thickener (modified starch), sweet corn puree, salmon (fish), broccoli, egg white (contains eggs), sea bream extract (contains fish), whitebait(fish, salt), spinach, green beans, bell pepper, yolk (contains eggs), soy sauce (contains wheat, soybeans), chicken extract, sugar, sesame oil, cauliflower, rice vinegar, salt.

CONTAINS: EGG, WHEAT, SOYBEAN AND FISH
MAY CONTAIN: PRAWN AND CRAB

For babies of 12 months

Stewed Sweet Potatoes & Pumpkins 

A mildly sweet stew with sweet potatoes and pumpkin. Does not contain milk.

【NET WEIGHT】 80g

Ingredients

water, sweet potato, soymilk (soybeans), pumpkin puree, carrot, sweet corn, processed chicken products [chicken, water, onion saute, granulated soy protein(soybeans), starch, powdered soy protein(soybeans)], thickener (modified starch), chicken extract, green beans, onion puree, sugar, pumpkin, salt, rice vinegar.

 

CONTAINS: SOYBEAN

Mild Curry with Chicken & Vegetables

A mild curry sauce made from milk and apples with chicken and plenty of vegetables.

【NET WEIGHT】 80g

Ingredients

water, onion puree, carrot, potato, milk, sweet corn, processed chicken products [chicken, water, onion saute, granulated soy protein(soybeans), starch, powdered soy protein(soybeans)], broccoli, pumpkin puree, thickener (modified starch), chicken extract, flour (wheat), butter (contains milk), curry powder, sugar, apple puree, rice vinegar, salt, vegetable oil.

 

CONTAINS: WHEAT, MILK AND SOYBEAN

Stewed Chicken & Vegetables in White Sauce

Chicken and plenty of vegetables slowly simmered in a cheesy white sauce.

【NET WEIGHT】 80g

Ingredients

water, carrot, potato, onion puree, processed chicken products [chicken, water, onion saute, granulated soy protein(soybeans), starch, powdered soy protein(soybeans)], cheese (contains milk), sweet corn, broccoli, thickener (modified starch), cream (contains milk),  butter (contains milk), flour (wheat), whole milk powder(milk), sugar, rice vinegar, chicken bouillon, chicken-fish bouillon (contains fish), salt, acidity regulator (citric acid).

CONTAINS: WHEAT, MILK, FISH AND SOYBEAN

Minestrone with Beans & Vegetables

Chunky minestrone with soft beans and vegetables.

【NET WEIGHT】 80g

Ingredients

water, carrot, potato, onion puree, soybean, thickener (modified starch), vegetable extract, tomato puree, cabbage, tomato ketchup, sugar, vegetable oil, apple puree, salt, pineapple concentrated juice.

CONTAINS: SOYBEAN

Stewed Codfish and Sardines Balls & Vegetables in Tomato Sauce with Cheese

Fish balls stewed in tomato sauce with vegetables and mild cheese.

【NET WEIGHT】 80g

Ingredients

water, carrot, potato, fishballs [sardine (fish), minced codfish(codfish(fish), sugar), breadcrumbs (contains wheat), water, vegetable oil, onion, salt], tomato puree, onion puree, tomato ketchup, thickener (modified starch), sweet corn, cabbage, cheese (contains milk), scallop extract, vegetable extract, sugar, salt.

CONTAINS: WHEAT, FISH & MILK

Creamy Vegetable & Chicken Stew

A creamy taste in which the delicious flavour of the vegetables and tender chicken are evident.

【NET WEIGHT】 100g

Ingredients

water, carrot, onion puree, potato, cabbage, processed chicken products [chicken, water, onion saute, granulated soy protein(soybeans), starch, powdered soy protein(soybeans) ], turnip puree, broccoli, thickener (modified starch), whole milk powder(milk), butter(contains milk), flour(wheat), green beans, fresh cream(contains milk), sugar, rice vinegar, green vegetable(Komatsuna), spinach, cauliflower, pumpkin puree, chicken extract, salt.

CONTAINS: MILK, WHEAT AND SOYBEAN

Simmered Vegetables & Sea bream in


Acqua Pazza Style Soup

A rich flavour packed full of the deliciousness of vegetables and sea bream.

【NET WEIGHT】 100g

Ingredients

water, carrot, potato, sea bream (fish), onion saute, tomato puree, thickener (modified starch), sweet corn, chicken bouillon, radish, turnip puree, broccoli, sugar, salt, bell pepper, cabbage, green beans, vegetable bouillon paste.

CONTAINS: FISH
MAY CONTAIN: PRAWN AND CRAB

Japanese Pilaf with Chicken, Burdock & Vegetables

The dish brings out the delicious flavour of vegetables and chicken, finished off with just a touch of soy sauce. The soy sauce used does not contain wheat.

【NET WEIGHT】 100g

Ingredients

water, rice (Japan), carrot, onion saute, radish, burdock, processed chicken products [chicken, water, onion saute, granulated soybean protein (soybeans), starch, powdered soybean protein (soybeans)], thickener (modified starch), broccoli, bonito stock (contains fish), green beans, sugar, turnip puree, soy sauce (contains soybeans), spinach, cabbage, Chinese cabbage puree, chicken extract, salt, rice vinegar.

CONTAINS: SOYBEAN AND FISH

Chicken Udon Noodle soup with Vegetables

The Udon noodles are simmered in a soup infused with the delicious flavour of vegetables and seafood.

【NET WEIGHT】 100g

Ingredients

water, radish, carrot, Udon noodles (contains wheat), processed chicken products [chicken, water, onion saute, granulated soybean protein (soybeans), starch, powdered soybean protein (soybeans)], onion saute, cabbage, sweet corn, broccoli, turnip puree, green beans, pumpkin puree, thickener (modified starch), whole milk powder (milk), soy sauce (contains wheat, soybeans), chicken extract, sea bream extract (contains fish), sugar, spinach, rice vinegar.

CONTAINS: MILK, WHEAT, SOYBEAN AND FISH

Simmered Vegetables in Sweetened Soy Sauce

Vegetables and beans simmered in a savoury-sweet sauce with a touch of sesame oil.

【NET WEIGHT】 100g

Ingredients

water, carrot, onion puree, burdock, radish, thickener (modified starch), lotus root, soybean, broccoli, soy sauce (contains soybeans), green beans, sugar, cabbage, bell pepper, sesame oil, scallop extract, spinach, salt, rice vinegar.

CONTAINS: SOYBEAN

Macaroni with Vegetables in Tomato Ketchup Sauce

Plenty of vegetables are finished off with a slightly sweet tomato cream sauce.

【NET WEIGHT】 130g

Ingredients

water, carrot, tomato ketchup, cabbage, sweet corn, macaroni (contains wheat), processed chicken products [chicken, water, onion saute, granulated soybean protein (soybeans), starch, powdered soybean protein (soybeans)], milk, thickener (modified starch), chicken extract, sugar, onion saute, bell pepper, salt.

CONTAINS: MILK, WHEAT AND SOYBEAN

Fish Balls & Vegetables in Chinese Style Thick Sauce

Tender balls of white fish and vegetables are coated in a thick sauce flavoured with chicken broth.

【NET WEIGHT】 100g

Ingredients

water, carrot, fish balls [minced codfish (codfish (fish), sugar), water, onion, starch, breadcrumbs (contains wheat), powdered soybean protein (soybeans), vegetable oil, salt], onion, sweet corn, thickener (modified starch), radish, potato, soy sauce (contains wheat, soybeans), cabbage, sugar, green beans, scallop extract, chicken extract, sesame oil, salt, rice vinegar, dried Wakame seaweed.

CONTAINS: WHEAT, SOYBEAN AND FISH
MAY CONTAIN: PRAWN AND CRAB

Codfish Balls in Japanese Thick Sauce

Tender balls of white fish are coated in a thick Japanese salty-sweet sauce.

【NET WEIGHT】 100g

Ingredients

water, carrot, fish balls[minced codfish (codfish (fish), sugar), water, onion, starch, breadcrumbs (contains wheat), powdered soybean protein (soybeans), vegetable oil, salt], potato, radish, thickener (modified starch), sugar, soy sauce (contains wheat, soybeans), broccoli, chicken extract, bonito-kelp stock (contains fish), tomato ketchup, salt.

CONTAINS: WHEAT, SOYBEAN AND FISH

GUIDE TO JAPANESE BABY FOOD BRANDS AND INGREDIENTS

Weaning is an important milestone in a baby’s growth. To help you here is our Guide to Japanese Baby Food Brands and Ingredients. As parents, we want to make the right choices regarding baby’s food and diet. In Japan, weaning typically begins when babies are around 5 or 6 months of age. This may differ with your country. If you have doubts about when to introduce solids to your baby, do not hesitate to consult with a pediatrician. Let’s begin with a look at the top 10 Japanese baby food brands.

Guide to Japanese Baby Food Brands and Ingredients

Top 10 Japanese Baby Food Brands

You might instantly recognize the cute icon from the bottle of mayo or salad dressing in your fridge. So, it may surprise you that Kewpie makes baby food. In fact, Kewpie is perhaps best known in Japan for its jar baby food which is intended for babies 5 months of age and older. You can find Kewpie baby food in sealed pouches and plastic cup containers, making it easy for you to take them traveling. Kewpie products do not contain any of the 7 main allergens (egg, milk, wheat, soba, peanuts, shrimp, crab) identified by The Ministry of  Health, Labor and Welfare.

Try: Kewpie Peach and Grape Dessert – Available on Amazon Pantry for 98 yen

Here is Kewpie`s full line of baby food – Amazon Pantry Kewpie

2. Wakodo (和光堂)

If you’re planning a family outing, then you might want to pick up one of Wakodo’s bento boxes. Wakodo also makes freeze dried cubes of baby food which are easy to prepare by simply adding hot water. If you are looking to expand your baby meal repertoire, pick up a few of Wakodo’s powdered mixes. They’ll help you make anything from soups, Japanese soup stock (dashi) to steamed cakes (mushi pan), rice porridge (okayu) and more!

Try: Wakodo Japanese-style bento box – Available on Amazon Pantry for 246 yen

Here is Wakodo`s full line of baby snacks and food – Amazon Pantry Wakodo

*** Guide to Japanese Baby Food Brands and Ingredients ***

3.

Pigeon (ピジョン)

Pigeon’s baby food typically comes in sealed pouches and are intended for babies 9 months and older. Pigeon also makes microwavable meals as well as soups and sauces that can be made easily by adding hot water.  Pigeon’s rice crackers (senbei) make a great snack for babies 6 months and older. The size is perfect for little hands and the crackers themselves dissolve in a child’s mouth.

Try: Pigeon Calcium and Iron Fortified Rice Crackers – Available on Amazon Prime 2 boxes 160 yen

Here is Pigeon`s full line of baby snacks and food – Amazon Pantry Pigeon

4. Beanstalk (雪印ビーンスターク)

Beanstalk makes both snacks and complete meals. Its snacks are for babies 6 months and older;  meals are for babies 7 months and older. Beanstalk baby meals are known for containing a wide variety of vegetables. This ensures that your child will obtain all the nutrients they need as they approach the final stages of weaning.

Try: Beanstalk Chicken and Mushroom Rice – Available on Amazon Pantry for 172 yen

Here is Beanstalk`s full line of baby snacks and food – Amazon Pantry Beanstalk

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Morigana’s lineup of baby food is for babies 9 months of age and older. Its packages are 120 grams in weight and contain larger and firmer pieces of food. If you find that your child is not full even after eating, perhaps a switch to Morinaga might just do the trick. This is a great chicken, veggies and rice mix which comes in a three pack. 

Try: Morinaga Beef and Mushroom Sukiyaki – Available on Amazon Pantry for 393 yen for a three pack

Here is Morinaga`s full line of baby snacks and food – Amazon Pantry Morinaga

6. Hakubaku (はくばく)

Hakubaku noodles are made from Australian organic wheat. In their lineup you will find soba, udon, and spaghetti. All of its noodles are cut into 2.5 cm pieces. Its soumen is intended for babies 5 months and older. The udon is intended for babies 7 months of age and older. Lastly, its spaghetti is intended for babies 9 months and older.

Try: Hakubaku Table Salt Free Spaghetti – Available on Amazon for 238 yen  

*** Guide to Japanese Baby Food Brands and Ingredients ***

7. Ofukuro (おふく楼)

Like Kewpie, this lineup of baby food by Ofukuro comes in jars. However, Ofukuro baby food is organic. Its lineup contains 4 categories featuring a main ingredient: Rice, soy milk, vegetables, and fruit.  The rice series is the largest, featuring 11 different varieties. Ofukuro baby food is intended for babies 5 months and older

Try: Ofukuro 5 Vegetable Rice – Available on Amazon 3 pks of 54 for 752 yen  

Ofukuro baby food can also be found at F&F Natural Food Store, Takashimaya and Amazon Japan.

8. Green Mind

Another organic option is Green Mind’s rice porridge (okyau). It comes in textures that correspond to the 4 stages of weaning. The first stage of Green Mind porridge can be given to babies 5 months and older. Green Mind rice porridge packages are also a great addition to your household’s emergency kit.

Try: Green Mind Rice Porridge for Babies 5mths+ – Available on Amazon Pantry 5 for 2,450yen  

Here is Green Mind`s full line of Products – Amazon Japan

*** Guide to Japanese Baby Food Brands and Ingredients ***

9.

Kassai Hokkaido (活彩北海道)

You may seen Kassai Hokkaido in the pages of the Japanese parenting magazines Hiyoko Club and Baby-Mo. Kassai Hokkaido promises to bring customers only the best of Japan’s northern island. Kassai Hokkaido’s powdered vegetable baby food prides itself on being preservative and additive free.

Try: Kassai Hokkaido 4 Vegetable Variety Pack – Available on Amazon for 1,980 yen  

 

10. Glico (グリコ)

Seeing Glico on this roundup might surprise you considering that they make snacks like Pocky and Pretz. But, Glico is also behind the baby formula brand Icreo. When it comes to baby food, Glico’s lineup is for kids one year of age and older.  You’ll notice that the choice of foods available (vegetable curry, udon, gratin, stews, etc. ) are virtually indistinguishable from their “adult” versions.

Try: Glico 5 Variety Pack – Available on Amazon for 940 yen  

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Stages of Weaning

Japanese baby food (離乳食/りにゅうしょく/ri’nyuu shoku) is categorized by age or by stage in weaning. Use this guide to help you understand some of the terms you may encounter on a food label or product package.

Japanese Hiragana Romanji English
離乳食 りにゅうしょく ri’nyuu shoku baby food
 ゴックン期  ごっくんき  gokkun ki  5-6 months
すりつぶした  すりつぶした  suritsubushita  ground/mashed
モグモグ期 もぐもぐき  mogu mogu ki  7-8 months
舌でつぶせる固さ  したでつぶせるかたさ shita de tsubuseru katasa  soft enough to be flattened with tongue
カミカミ期  かみかみき  kami kami ki  9-11 months
歯ぐきでつぶせる固さ  はぐきでつばせるかたさ haguki de tsubuseru katasa  soft enough to be flattened by gums
パクパク期  ぱくぱくき  paku paku ki  12-18 months
 歯ぐきで噛める固さ  はぐきでかめるかたさ  haguki de kameru katasa soft enough to be chewed by gums
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Organic Foods and Additives

The below terms will help you identify organic or additive-free foods. Please also refer to our posts on shopping organic in Japan: Buying Organic in Japan and Buying Organic Foods Online in Japan.

Japanese Hiragana Romanji English
 有機・オーガニック  ゆうき・おーがにっく  yuuki/o-ganikku  organic
 無添加  むてんか mutenka  no additives
 無香料  むこうりょう mukouryou  unflavored
 着色料  むしょくりょう mushokuryou artificial coloring

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Nutrients

Baby food is sometimes fortified with calcium, iron, DHA, or other minerals, vitamins, and nutrients to help a growing baby meet the necessary dietary requirements. For an in-depth look at the various parts of a Japanese food label, please refer to our article, Reading Japanese Food Labels. You will also find a list of the designated 27 allergens.

Japanese Hiragana Romanji English
ノンカフェイン のんかふぇいん Non kafein Non-caffinated
 ビタミン びたみん  Bitamin  Vitamin
葉酸 ようさん Yousan Folic acid
てつ Tetsu Iron (Fe)
カルシウム かるしうむ Karusium Calcium (Ca)

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Where to Buy Baby Food

STORES

  • Your local drugstore will often have a sizable selection of baby food.
  • Supermarkets and stores like Ito Yokado and Aeon are also a convenient option.
  • Costco is great for those seeking to buy in bulk.
  • Lastly, don’t forget baby and toddler superstores like Akachan Honpo, Nishimuraya and Babies ‘R Us/Toys `R Us
  • Natural House sells organic baby food and has several locations throughout Japan.  If you’re in Tokyo, check out their branches in Nihonbashi Takashimaya, Meguro Atre, Yurakucho Itocia, or in Aoyama.
  • F&F Natural Food Store sells organic baby food and snacks and has several locations throughout Japan.

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If you’re looking for organic food, check out Natural House (Japanese only).

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Guide to Japanese Baby Food Brands and Ingredients

 

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Wakodo Haihai Powder Milk-Aprica-Japan goods for children from Japan

Milk Wakodo Haihai 850 gram-grade infant formula " is a regular type to breast milk. This is expressed in its components and balance.Milk contains proteins, nucleotides, lipids, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals in an ideal combination.Not too sweet, can be used for mixed feeding.Instantly soluble.

1 heaping spoon is 2.6 g, it yields 20 ml of ready-made milk.

1. Before use, the milk bottle must be disinfected with boiling water, pour the prescribed amount of powder.

2. Boil water, cool it to about 70-60 degrees, pour into a bottle to make 2/3 of the finished milk.

3. Then close the lid and shake until the powder is completely dissolved.

4. Open the lid, add water to the required level.

5. Close the bottle again and move.

6. Cool milk to room temperature.

7. Milk formula is ready to use.

age in months

baby weight in kg

volume for 1 reception (use)

number of times per day

HAIHAI number of spoons

mix volume

-1/2(month)

3. 1(kg)

number of spoons4

80(ml)

7(times)

1/2-1

3.8

5

100

7

1-2

4.8

7

140

6

2-3

5.8

8

160

6

3-4

6.5

10

200

5

4-5

7.1

10-11

200-220

5

5-6

7. 5

10-11

*10-11

200-220

*200-220

4++1

6-9

7.9-8.4

10-11

*7

200-220

*140

3++2

Note to the table The sign "*" indicates the amount and dose of milk after baby food.

For example: when the baby is 5-6 months old, the amount of intake of HAIHAI milk formula is 5 times a day, while 1 milk intake should be after complementary foods. 6-9a monthly baby - 5 doses of milk per day, while 2 times feeding after complementary foods.

The word "Food" refers to solid food.

Color content in 100g.

Energy value -505 kilocalories

calorie content in 100g of powdered milk: calories 515 kcal

Proteins 11. 9 g., Fats 27.7 g., Carbohydrates 55.6 g. Vitamin B2 0.6 mg Vitamin B6 0.3 mg Vitamin B12 1.5 mcg Vitamin C 60 mg Vitamin D 7 mcg Vitamin E 4.5 mg Vitamin K 13 mcg Nicotinic acid 4 mg acid 60 mcg., B-Carotene 40 mcg., Linoleic acid 3.3 g., Calcium 380 mg., Phosphorus 210 mg., Iron 7 mg., Potassium 480 mg., Magnesium 40 mg., Chlorine 320 mg., Zinc 3 mg., Copper 320 mcg., Docosahexaenoic acid 80 mg., Phospholipids 230 mg., Cystine 190 mg, Taurine 25 mg, Nucleotides 8 mg, Oligosaccharides 2.3 g, Lactoferin 100 mg, B-lactoglobulin 0.2-0.8 g Water 2.4 g cover the jar so that moisture and dust do not get inside. ●Do not store the measuring spoon in a milk can. Store it separately clean in a dry place. ●Do not store this product in a place with high humidity, near a fire, or in a place under direct sunlight, or in a vehicle in summer, etc. Do not store this in the refrigerator or freezer. ●Use the content within a month.

About the company — Krokha

Store Krokha helps make your life easier!

We offer high quality baby care products at affordable prices. We invite you to visit our store or place an order on the website and we will be happy to deliver the order to your doorstep.

Kroha Limited offers you competitive prices and discounts on a wide range of products from Japan, England, Canada and other countries that have already won demand and trust in Russia. Stable supply of products allows us to meet the demand of our customers and increase the circle of partners.

Our company offers you baby diapers and wipes under the brands Merries, Moony, Genki and Goon.

Japanese diapers have long enjoyed high popularity due to the high level of quality of this product. The Japanese produce baby diapers from natural materials - with such diapers, babies are always comfortable. Parents have long preferred Japanese products for children precisely because they really care about the health and good mood of the crumbs and can significantly ease the worries associated with caring for the baby. We only have original diapers for the domestic Japanese market. In confirmation, we are ready to provide a certificate of origin of goods issued by the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry for each import of products to Cyprus.

Wet wipes from the best Japanese manufacturers such as Moony (Muni), Merries (Meris, Meries), Goon (Goon), Pigeon, Wakodo have long been appreciated by parents of children of all ages. Japanese wet wipes are of unconditional quality and hypoallergenic, do not cause dermatitis and are safe for your children.

Baby wipes Moony (Moonie) - dense, but soft, with a neutral smell. These wipes are ideal for hand hygiene and cleansing the baby's face after meals, as well as for removing other dirt. And the antibacterial wet wipes Moony (Muni), which do not contain alcohol, are also indispensable for a walk.

Baby wet wipes Merries (Meris, Meries) - impregnated with a cleansing lotion based on natural ingredients, and have special grooves to retain dirt (you don't have to wipe the baby's skin several times with these wipes!). They can be flushed into the toilet, because. they are made of water-soluble material. You can easily potty train your child with these napkins!

Baby Goon Wet Wipes (Gong) — wipes of high humidity, hypoallergenic and velvety to the touch. Parents can note that gong wipes perfectly cope with any, even the most complex contamination on the child's skin and help to clean the skin almost the first time, without injuring it with excessive friction.

Pigeon wet wipes are impregnated with 100% natural ingredients. All components are used in the food industry.

  • effectively clean
  • absolutely safe for children from birth
  • are designed to clean the hands and mouth of the baby during feeding
  • indispensable on the road
  • are excellent for hygienizing pacifiers, toys, fruits and vegetables, etc.
  • no additional water rinse required
  • do not contain alcohol
  • pack of 20

Japanese baby wipes Wakodo (Wakodo) with peach tree leaf extract. Baby wipes with peach tree leaf extract received the gold medal of the Crystal Lotus competition at the international exhibition Interbytchim'2008. Wet wipes gently cleanse and refresh baby's skin. Indispensable when changing diapers, in the absence of water, while walking and traveling. They have a light cotton texture. Impregnated with a moisturizing lotion with sakura leaf and peach tree extract. Do not contain alcohol, fragrances.

Wet wipes refill with Velcro closure. They are easily pulled out one by one, so they are convenient for use even outside the home.

Also for kids and parents we offer natural Japanese and European cosmetics, hygiene products and household chemicals brands Weleda, Lion, Nissan, Wakodo, Kewpi, Saraya, Pigeon, Attitude, Nepia, Ellemoi. An analysis of market sales for goods from Japan shows an ever-increasing demand due to the high quality of products. Created on the basis of natural ingredients, Japanese cosmetics do not contain fragrances and dyes, have low acidity, due to which they gently affect the skin without causing irritation. Household chemicals are distinguished by high efficiency and economy of use.

Concern "WELEDA" is one of the largest and most reputable European manufacturers of cosmetics for the whole family from natural substances and homeopathic medicines. Founded in 1922, the Weleda concern does not stand still, but keeps up with the times using only natural ingredients obtained from crops grown in biodynamic farms and high-quality natural essential oils for its products. Weleda pharmacists are phasing out the use of synthetic preservatives, emulsifiers, colors, flavors and mineral oils. Continuing from year to year to improve the formulation of their cosmetics.

All Weleda products are NATRUE certified and dermatologically tested for efficacy and tolerability. True beauty is always consistent with health: WELEDA cosmetics, freed from the ballast of synthetic ingredients, consisting http://cialisfrance24.com/ of the most valuable natural substances, has a mild but deep therapeutic effect on a person.

Japanese baby products company Wakodo is one of the largest and oldest in Japan. Products for children and newborns of Wakodo have been known since 1927 years when the founder of Wakodo, Dr. Hirota, the first teacher of pediatrics in Japan, founded a counseling center for parents, whom he taught how to care for a child so that he grows up healthy and strong.

Since then, Wakodo has focused on the production of environmentally healthy products for children, taking into account the latest achievements of world science and using only natural ingredients and plant-based raw materials.

Founded in 1957 Pigeon Corporation has been recognized by several generations of parents in Japan as the world's leading manufacturer of baby care products.

Pigeon is the No. 1 Brand in Japan and has over 70% market share in Japan in the categories: feeding bottles and nipples, bottle cleaners, breastfeeding liners. Pigeon products are represented in more than 70 countries around the world.

The range includes:

  • Body care products for pregnant and lactating mothers: disposable inserts, creams for stretch marks;
  • Baby bottles and nipples;
  • Newborn skin care: gels, shampoos, foams;
  • Hygiene: cotton swabs, scissors, aspirators;
  • Oral care: toothbrushes, toothpastes;
  • Crockery and cutlery: drinkers, plates, spoons for feeding;
  • Detergents for washing children's dishes and fruits: detergent, brushes for bottles and nipples;
  • Teethers and pacifiers.

Pigeon Corporation owns a research center where the company's specialists conduct research in the field of child psychology, chemistry, medicine, and baby food. The Pigeon principle is safe materials and shapes that are comfortable for mother and baby. The quality of Pigeon products is confirmed by the international certificate ISO 9001:2000.

Pigeon symbol - 2 hearts-mother and her baby. The motto of the company: Wherever mother and her baby are, let them be surrounded by love!

Pigeon benefits:

  • Top quality products designed for the care of children from birth.
  • Japan's largest selection of baby care supplies.
  • Product Unique Features

LION Founded in October 1891, Lion is one of Japan's leading manufacturers of cosmetics and household chemicals. The product range is represented by kitchen and bathroom cleaners, dishwashing detergents, washing powders, bleaches, stain removers, disinfectants.

Laundry detergents "Lion" are environmentally friendly, because they do not contain phosphates - compounds of phosphoric acid with metals that can harm the human body. The main ingredient of the active substance is components of plant origin and active enzymes (proteases and lipase).

Lion stain removers excel at removing the toughest stains. The line of stain removers includes products for all types of fabrics: synthetics, cotton, linen, knitwear, wool, silk, etc. Oxygen bleaches do not contain chlorine, gently remove dirt, restoring the original whiteness and color brightness to clothes.

“Charmy” dishwashing detergents produced by “Lion” are prepared with the addition of natural aromatic oils of orange, rose or apple. The product forms a powerful foam that instantly breaks down fat, washing dishes even in cold water.

Lion kitchen and bathroom cleaners are the most sought after detergents in the range. When applied, the powder forms a soft foam. Active ingredients penetrate deep into the dirt, removing old stains and traces of fat. These products are designed for cleaning sinks, stoves, tiles, countertops and dishes.

ATTITUDE is a Canadian sustainable home care brand that became the world's first sustainable line of home care products that are both environmentally certified and carbon neutral.

ATTITUDE branded environmental products not only protect our health, our environment and our ecosystems, they play an active role in combating human-induced climate change.

ATTITUDE has developed a completely new image that highlights its environmental benefits and makes it even more attractive to consumers. The pure white packaging features colorful, environmentally significant animals such as the polar bear and panda.

ATTITUDE brand certified by EcoLogo™. Founded in 1988 by the Government of Canada and now recognized worldwide, EcoLogo is North America's most significant and most respected environmental standard. EcoLogo provides corporate and individual customers with assurance that products and services bearing this logo meet strict environmental leadership standards. The EcoLogo program is a Type I environmental label as defined by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). This means that

The program compares products/services with others in the same category, develops rigorous and scientifically relevant criteria that reflect the entire product life cycle, and awards EcoLogo to those verified by an independent third party as meeting these criteria.

Natracare is the natural choice for natural feminine hygiene products.

The vast majority of mass-produced feminine hygiene products, including some exclusive brands, are not only completely "natural" but also dangerous to health. The fact is that almost all brands of the so-called mass market use nothing more than real crude oil as raw materials.

In the late 1980s, women's organizations in the West were seized by a wave of indignation at the current state of the production of feminine hygiene products, their impact on the environment and women's health, which resonated with the founder of Natracare. That's why the company designed and created menstrual pads that are 100% chlorine-free, free of petroleum-derived plastics and made from biodegradable materials.

Today, Natracare is the leading brand in the UK, showing that women appreciate the quality of Natracare products.

Natracare is the best choice for women who don't want to put their health at risk from synthetic materials and various chemicals. Natracare sanitary napkins are made from natural materials only.

Natracare uses only safe oxygen bleaching. Natracare natural pads use only natural ingredients.

All Natracare hygiene products meet high environmental standards:

  • Natracare products are made from “sustainable” natural cellulose (which does not harm the environment) from sustainable forests and certified BIO cotton
  • does not contain GMOs.
  • is completely biodegradable. (from 90 to 100%). Natracare products are 95-100% biodegradable and can be perfectly used in compost.
  • is not tested on animals.

Product range.

Company Natracare launches Natural Panty Liners, panty liners and sanitary napkins.

All pads are a strip of compressed cellulose and corn starch. The top is soft cellulose with a leak-proof barrier at the bottom. Some pads also have wings to prevent slips and leaks. For added convenience, the pads are packaged in a cellulose bag.

  • Pads for use during critical days.
  • Moderate Flow Standard Winged, 14 pcs.
  • Super for intensive flow, with wings, 12 pcs.
  • Super+ for very intense flow, 10 pcs.
  • Extra long for intense flow or overnight, with wings 12 pcs.

Panty liners

  • Breathable. Gaskets of a traditional (not curved) shape. These pads lack a protective barrier, allowing the skin to breathe, 30 pcs.
  • Tanga with wings. These pads are ideal for use on G-strings or Tangas Cellulose and corn starch core pads with protective barrier, 30 pcs
  • Curved. The contours of the pad follow the anatomical shape of the body. The core is made of cellulose and cornstarch, protective barrier 30 pcs.
  • Organic cotton, extra thin. The pads are super thin and invisible. The contours follow the anatomical shape of the body. Certified organic cotton and corn starch core, protective barrier, 22 pcs.

Natracare Organic Cotton Cloths for intimate areas. Soft, delicate and effective cleansing wipes for daily use. Cleansing wipes for daily intimate hygiene and for travel. They are based on a natural herbal formula with BIO-Calendula and BIO-Camomile essential oils. Natracare wipes do not contain harmful ingredients, are not bleached with chlorine, and are made in accordance with the "green" principles of Natracare, are completely biodegradable.

Packaging: To maintain the integrity of this product in accordance with the natural system of preservation, the wipes are packaged in a recyclable polyethylene bag with a resealable valve.

The Krokha store presents organic baby food for babies of the brands Ellas kitchen, Plum, Fleur Alpine, Alce Nero, Hipp, Organix, Piccolo, Nanny care , and others. Organic food contains twice as many useful trace elements, vitamins and minerals. In their manufacture, special technologies are used that support the idea of ​​\u200b\u200bpreserving the health of a person, and especially a baby. Therefore, organic nutrition for children consists of fruits grown in ecologically clean regions without chemical treatment. High-quality natural foods retain a large proportion of nutrients and fiber, they are free of GMO components and pesticides. The products presented in our catalog meet international quality standards. Here you will find baby food Free of GMOs , preservatives, flavor enhancers, colors and other artificial food additives, this is an organic baby food that will help your baby grow up healthy and happy.

Organic Baby Food Ella's Kitchen !

We firmly believe that our children should live in the best conditions, eat the best quality products. Therefore, we have taken it upon ourselves to take care of the health of children by giving them the opportunity to eat Bio-organic products from Ella's Kitchen.

With Ella's Kitchen Organic Baby Foods, we are confident that your children will be eating high quality, sustainable, Bio-Organic products, grown and prepared in accordance with the strictest regulations of the European Union's Bio-Organic Production Act. Ella's Kitchen, a family run business, goes beyond the existing range, constantly developing new, tasty and healthy meals for our children, listening to the advice of the world's leading nutritionists.

The Italian company ALCE NERO & MELIZIA GROUP occupies a leading position in the world market of organic products. The brand is well known in Europe, Japan, Singapore, UAE, Dubai. The history of the company began in the second half of the 70s of the twentieth century. Alce Nero is one of the most famous producers of eco-products in Italy. Since 1973, the company has made great strides in the production of organic food.

The products are certified organic, as are the lands they were grown on. Only 12 hours pass from picking the vegetables to the finished product.

NANNY Care Goat milk nutrition

NannyCare is made in New Zealand from fresh organic goat's milk using a technology that preserves its biological value. Does not contain growth hormones, genetically modified plant components, food additives and preservatives.

Infant formula contains all the necessary nutrients, minerals and vitamins in forms and amounts adapted for children, as well as polyunsaturated fatty acids and selenium.

Contains natural nucleotides that strengthen the immune system

Does not contain sucrose and glucose. The only source of carbohydrates is natural milk sugar - lactose, which normalizes the intestinal microflora.

Has a delicate creamy taste. It can be used to prepare various dairy dishes: cereals, soups, cocktails, milk and fruit desserts, fermented milk products and cottage cheese

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