Wadaman Co., Ltd. is located in Osaka, Japan and has been a sesame manufacturer for more than 130 years. The fourth generation owner, Etsuji Wada, has been personally roasting the seeds for over 40 years. Known as the best roaster in Japan, his skills produce sesame seeds with a delicate & nuanced flavor like none other. This deep, rich, nutty black sesame paste can lend itself to many applications, both sweet and savory. Store in a cool, dark place. Do not refrigerate. Oil separation is natural; massage the package to reincorporate. Ingredients: organic black sesame seeds