{"product_id":"umami-shoyu-chocolate-soy-sauce","title":"Umami Shoyu - Chocolate Soy Sauce 200ml","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"position: relative; width: 100%; padding-top: 56.25%; margin: 16px 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; object-fit: cover; border-radius: 8px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/4085\/9101\/files\/Choco-soy.png?v=1780695330\" alt=\"Rich dark chocolate and traditional Japanese soy sauce barrels — the unexpected flavor pairing behind Umami Shoyu Chocolate Soy Sauce\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUmami Shoyu Chocolate Soy Sauce\u003c\/strong\u003e is the most unexpected member of the Umami Shoyu lineup — and likely the most memorable. Premium Japanese shoyu meets the subtle bitterness and sweetness of chocolate, creating a seasoning that occupies a unique space between condiment and ingredient. It surprises, then makes complete sense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Chocolate and Soy Sauce Work Together\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth chocolate and soy sauce share a deep, fermented complexity. Both carry natural bitterness, a hint of sweetness, and an earthy richness that enhances other flavors. Combined, they amplify each other — the soy sauce's salt and umami deepening the chocolate, and the chocolate's sweetness softening the soy's edge. The result is a sauce with a flavor far greater than its parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteak \u0026amp; roasted meats\u003c\/strong\u003e — glaze or finishing drizzle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrownies \u0026amp; chocolate cake\u003c\/strong\u003e — stir into batter for deeper chocolate flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIce cream\u003c\/strong\u003e — drizzle over vanilla or caramel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBBQ marinades\u003c\/strong\u003e — adds molasses-like depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaramel sauces\u003c\/strong\u003e — a savory-sweet upgrade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheese boards\u003c\/strong\u003e — a surprising pairing with aged cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e200ml (6.76 fl oz) · Made in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBased on 125-year shoyu brewing tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks in both savory and sweet applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT DETAILS \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; font-size: 14px; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 16px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"color: #888; padding: 4px 8px; width: 50%;\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"color: #888; padding: 4px 8px; border-left: 1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-weight: 600; padding: 4px 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e200ml (6.76 fl oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-weight: 600; padding: 4px 8px 12px; border-left: 1px solid #e5e5e5; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"color: #888; padding: 12px 8px 4px;\"\u003eFlavor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"color: #888; padding: 12px 8px 4px; border-left: 1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-weight: 600; padding: 4px 8px;\"\u003eSweet Chocolate \u0026amp; Umami\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-weight: 600; padding: 4px 8px; border-left: 1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eSteak, brownies, ice cream, glazes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Takata","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46276343759069,"sku":"RTAAKSY1033","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/4085\/9101\/files\/chocolate.png?v=1780601579","url":"https:\/\/akifoodsjapan.com\/products\/umami-shoyu-chocolate-soy-sauce","provider":"Aki Foods Retail","version":"1.0","type":"link"}