KIKKOMAN Sushi and Sashimi Soy

Common questions

Is KIKKOMAN Sushi and Sashimi Soy healthy?

KIKKOMAN Sushi and Sashimi Soy scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This soy sauce product is ultra-processed, which limits its potential score.

How processed is KIKKOMAN Sushi and Sashimi Soy?

KIKKOMAN Sushi and Sashimi Soy is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive KIKKOMAN Sushi and Sashimi Soy's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Soybeans, Wheat count in its favor; Sugar, Natural flavor are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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KIKKOMAN Sushi and Sashimi Soy

Kikkoman
60 Fair

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by Kikkoman Corporation
Category Condiments
Summary

This soy sauce product is ultra-processed, which limits its potential score. It contains sugar and natural flavors, both of which are considered less desirable due to their refined nature and lack of transparency. While it provides a traditional umami flavor, the presence of these ingredients and the high level of processing reduce its overall healthiness.

Key ingredients 7

Soybeans
Good

Soybeans are a good source of plant-based protein and contain beneficial nutrients, making them a healthy ingredient.

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Wheat
Good

Wheat provides complex carbohydrates and fiber, contributing to energy and digestive health.

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Water
Neutral

Water is a basic, essential ingredient that helps dilute and mix the other components without adding any nutritional value or concern.

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Salt
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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Eu extract
Neutral

Eu extract is a flavoring component that adds aroma or taste, generally considered neutral in health impact.

Sugar
Bad

Sugar adds sweetness but can contribute to excessive calorie intake and negative health effects if consumed in large amounts.

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Natural flavor
Bad

Umbrella term that can hide dozens of undisclosed synthetic constituents.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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