Shichimi togarashi, literally “seven flavour chilli”, is Japan’s classic seven spice blend, and this is the version from S&B, Japan’s foremost spice house, which markets it as Nanami Togarashi. Built with red chilli pepper as its main ingredient, it brings together a balanced mix of spicy, citrusy and savoury flavours in a single fragrant seasoning that has been a fixture of the Japanese table for generations.

Its appeal is complexity rather than heat alone. The warm chilli kick is layered with bright citrus aromatics, nutty sesame, a marine note from seaweed and the tingling lift of sansho pepper, so a single pinch adds real depth and dimension. It is aromatic, moreish and instantly recognisable.

It is used above all as a finishing sprinkle, the traditional partner to udon, soba and ramen, scattered over rice bowls and dusted onto yakitori, grilled meats and fish, tempura and soups. It also lifts modern dishes from roasted vegetables to eggs and fries. Supplied in a 300g pack for kitchen and table.

Why choose Sea House Nanami Togarashi?

• From Japan’s leading spice house. The authentic Nanami Togarashi blend by S&B.
• Spicy, citrusy and savoury. A balanced, complex flavour built on red chilli.
• A pinch does a lot. Fragrant and moreish, adding depth in small amounts.
• Endlessly useful. For udon, soba, ramen, rice bowls, yakitori and grilled dishes.
• Practical format. A convenient 300g pack for kitchen and table.