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Shiitake Mushrooms

Explore our premium dried shiitake mushrooms, featuring forest-grown varieties such as Donko and Koshin. Grown in the warm climate of southern Japan and carefully dried to enhance their rich flavour, these mushrooms are an essential ingredient in many classic Japanese recipes. Looking for authentic ingredients for dishes like dashi, nimono, oden, stir-fries or sukiyaki? Browse our collection of shiitake mushrooms below.

Buy premium shiitake mushrooms

Well known for their meaty texture and nutty flavour, shiitake mushrooms are a Japanese staple. They are best with soups, stir fries and meat or cooked alongside garlic, pak choi, or broccoli with a dash of vegetable oil or sesame oil to bring out their earthy flavour.

If you love mushrooms, you'll enjoy our premium 100% forest grown shiitake from Sugimoto, naturally cultivated on kunigi (Japanese Sweet Sap Oak) logs in Kyushu, a Southern Island of Japan known for producing the best tasting and textured shiitake.

The Sugimoto Family has 3 generations of experience offering premium forest grown shiitake, grown fresh using 100% natural practices and no pesticides or artificial chemicals. Their innovative drying process improves the quality and taste. Grown naturally, the broth that is left over – or dashi – has a very deep, rich flavour and makes a superb umami-boosting ingredient in many dishes.

As well as dried Donko & Koshin shiitake, we also offer dried shiitake mushroom powder which is a great addition for enhancing the flavour of dishes without adding a mushroom taste.

If you want to learn more about how these amazing forest grown shiitake are grown watch the video!

You can also download our Shiitake brochure

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We use 100% recylable packaging for all our orders

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We grow our wasabi in Dorset & Hampshire in South-West England

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On all UK orders over £75

Frequently asked questions

What other types of mushrooms does The Wasabi Company sell?

We stock a variety of shiitake mushrooms, including Donko and Koshin, as well as shiitake products such as powders and sauces – giving you the unique, earthy and umami flavour you need to enhance your home cooking.

What are the different varieties of shiitake mushrooms available?

In terms of our dried shiitake mushrooms, the two types that we stock are Donko and Koshin. Both types of shiitake mushrooms provide delicious flavour to many Japanese dishes; however, if you want to know the key differences between these types of fresh mushrooms, you can take a look at our shiitake mushrooms guide:

Feature	Donko	Koshin
Cap Shape	Thick, round, domed	Thinner, larger, more open/flat
Texture	Dense and firm, meaty	Softer, less dense
Flavour	Very rich, strong umami; perfect in broths and soups	Milder umami; still aromatic but less intense
Uses	Traditional Japanese dishes, soups, simmered dishes and recipes where the mushroom is the star	Stir-fries, soups, everyday use and dishes where mushrooms play a supporting role

Are your shiitake mushrooms organic?

Yes – all of our dried shiitake mushrooms are organic.

What dishes use shiitake mushrooms?

Shiitake mushrooms are incredibly versatile and feature in a wide range of delicious Japanese dishes, known for their amazing umami flavour. If you’re looking for a great summer dish, try a Japanese Shiitake Mushroom Salad, which combines thinly sliced shiitake with fresh greens. If you prefer something comforting and rich, the Shiitake & Miso Risotto showcases shiitake’s deep umami flavour in a creamy, savoury rice dish balanced with miso flavours. For those who love cooking over open flame, shiitake also shines in grilled dishes, particularly donko mushrooms – get inspiration from 5 Dishes to Make on a Japanese Konro Grill, where their meaty texture and smoky aroma stand out.

Can I order a sample size of the shiitake mushrooms?

If you’re a potential stockist or restaurant/chef looking to sample our products, you can get a trade account with us, or shout out to us at hello@thewasabicompany.co.uk!

What is the shelf life of dried shiitake mushrooms?

The shelf life of dried shiitake mushrooms is quite long compared to fresh mushrooms.

Unopened, properly stored: 1–2 years at room temperature in a cool, dry, dark place.
Opened package: Best used within 6–12 months for optimal flavor, though they can last longer if kept airtight and away from moisture.

Keep your dried shiitake mushrooms in an airtight container, and store in a cool, dark place away from heat and sunlight. Always follow the details on your packet to keep your products fresh.

What are the payment options?

From our website, you can use many payment methods including credit cards, debit cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. We also offer Wasabi company gift cards which can be used on any of our products!

What is your return policy?

We take great care to ensure your order arrives in perfect condition. If for any reason you’re not completely satisfied with your purchase, we’re happy to offer a replacement, refund, or discount on your next order. You have 14 days from receipt of your item to request a return. Please note that only non-perishable or faulty products can be returned. To arrange a return, simply contact our team at hello@thewasabicompany.co.uk!

How long does shipping take?

If you’re in the UK, we offer DHL Express delivery. Orders can also be sent via Royal Mail Special Delivery, or for UK Highlands & Islands, via Royal Mail Tracked 24. Orders placed before 11am will be shipped the same day, Mon-Fri, so it gets to you as quickly as possible.

We also have shipping options to Canada and across the EU via our partners Dutch Wasabi. Please visit our delivery policy for more information about ordering any of our products.

Have any questions about ordering from us? Please email us your order for a shipping quote at hello@thewasabicompany.co.uk, or call us on 00 44 1929 463824.