Fundodai
ManufacturerUnclaimedArtisan clear soy sauce brewed since 1869 in Kumamoto.
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- Credit cards
- PayPal (specifically "Goods and Services")
- Escrow services (where your money is held safely until the goods actually arrive)
- Letter of Credit (best for large, bulk orders)
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- Wire transfers to personal bank accounts
- Crypto
- Western Union or MoneyGram
- Gift cards
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First-time orders: Always use an independent escrow service for your first order. This ensures the supplier only gets paid after you have the goods in hand.
About
Fundodai (株式会社フンドーダイ), founded in 1869 during the Meiji period in Kumamoto, is a specialist soy sauce and miso producer best known for its Transparent Clear Soy Sauce, the world's first commercially produced clear soy sauce that retains full soy flavour without colouring. The product won the Japan Design Award 2021 and received major media attention. The company is actively expanding internationally.
- Primary markets
- 🇺🇸 United States 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇦🇺 Australia 🇸🇬 Singapore 🇩🇪 Germany
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Company facts
Where is Fundodai based?
Fundodai is based in Kumamoto, Japan.
Is Fundodai a manufacturer or a distributor?
Fundodai is a manufacturer listed on Hell of a Partner.
What does Fundodai supply?
Fundodai works across Specialty & Gourmet Food, Pantry & Dry Goods.
Which markets does Fundodai serve?
Fundodai serves United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Singapore, Germany.
When was Fundodai founded?
Fundodai was founded in 1869.
Is Fundodai verified on Hell of a Partner?
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