These plump raindrops of roasted goodness have been roasted by the 4th generation master, Etsuji Wada, for over 40 years! The black sesame seeds have a distinct thick nutty flavor that does well on salads, rice, yogurt and even ice cream. About the producer: 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.