This is the Ivy Nagisa no Hibiki Iso Kashi Hotate, a senbei featuring scallops (second ingredient), squid (fourth ingredient), and scallop extract (sixth ingredient).
Each bag contained 12 individually sealed crackers.
Each cracker measured approximately 8 cm in diameter and 2.5 mm in thickness, with visible streaks of squid and scallop meat, likely dried and shredded, interspersed throughout the senbei. They exuded a rich aroma reminiscent of the sea.
The crackers delivered a snappy and audible crispness, with a gentle saltiness on the surface. Biting through revealed a light rice flavour, which quickly gave way to the fragrant notes of scallops and squid. Chewing intensified these seafood flavours, revealing their aromatic and umami-rich qualities. The inclusion of generous seafood fibres enhanced the flavour without compromising the cracker’s crispness or causing them to stick to the teeth. As the fibres dissolved in the finish, they left a deep umami note that lingered pleasantly on the palate. Overall, the crackers offered a rich scallop flavour and impeccable texture, making them highly enjoyable and well worth repurchasing.
This Ivy Nagisa no Hibiki Iso Kashi Hotate contained 12 pieces. It was produced in Japan and purchased in Matushima, Japan in 2024.