Gomashio is a dry condiment, similar to a simple furikake, made from crushed organic black sesame seeds (goma) and salt (shio). It is wonderful sprinkled over plain rice, sekihan, onigiri or wherever you want to add some sesame flavor and a bit of saltiness. 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.