Turmeric

Okinawa Chosei Yakuso Honsha's turmeric is 100% pesticide-free and additive-free turmeric grown in Okinawa Prefecture. We offer four types: spring turmeric, autumn turmeric, purple turmeric, and white turmeric. Each type has different ingredients and expected effects, so you can choose the one that best suits your needs.

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Comparison table

kinds	Net Weight / Net Content	Price (tax included)	Price per 100g	Features
Autumn Turmeric (Okinawa Okin)	150g	￥2,970	¥1,980	Rich in curcumin, the main ingredient of "Drinking Legend"
Spring turmeric	150g	￥2,970	¥1,980	Rich in essential oils and minerals. No. 1 in Japan.
Purple turmeric	50g	￥1,200	¥2,400	Rich in antioxidants and beauty circulation
White Turmeric	50g	￥1,200	¥2,400	A rare species with excellent purifying and disinfecting properties
4-color complete set	Various	￥8,340	-	All types set, special price

*Purple and white turmeric are rare species and come in 50g packs.

Which type should you choose?

The ingredients contained in turmeric vary greatly depending on the type, so choose the one that best suits your purpose.

Those who should try Autumn Turmeric (Okinawa Oukon)

• Drinking alcohol often (the main ingredient of the "heavy drinker legend")
• I want to actively take curcumin.
• Seeking the high antioxidant power of tetrahydrocurcumin
• I want to use it as regular turmeric
• Emphasis on cost performance

Autumn Turmeric (Okinawa Oukon) 150g Details →

Who should use Spring Turmeric?

• Maintains gastrointestinal health (contains over 100 essential oil ingredients)
• Wide-ranging support for maintaining daily health
• Those who want more nutrients than autumn turmeric
• Japan's No. 1 producer of high-quality spring turmeric

Details of Spring Turmeric 150g →

Who should use purple turmeric?

• Emphasis on antioxidant power (top-class beauty circulation power among all turmeric)
• Aiming for both beauty and health
• I want to try rare turmeric

Purple Turmeric 50g Details →

Who should use white turmeric?

• Purifying and antibacterial power (top class among all turmeric)
• For digestion support and gastrointestinal care
• Those who are concerned about lifestyle habit data
• I want to try the rarest turmeric

White Turmeric 50g Details →

Those who recommend the 4-color set

• It's my first time and I can't decide on the type
• I want to experience the difference between them
• I want to use it according to my purpose
• I want to incorporate everything comprehensively
• I want to buy in bulk and save money

Details of the complete 4-color set →

Recommended turmeric products

Recommended for beginners: Complete set of 4 colors

If you're not sure which turmeric is best for you, we recommend the set that lets you try all four types. It's recommended for those who want to compare the characteristics of each type to find the turmeric that's right for them, and for those who want to incorporate all four types in a balanced way.

Most common: Autumn Turmeric (Okinawa Oukon) 150g

Autumn turmeric is the most well-known type of turmeric. It has the highest curcumin content and is especially popular among alcohol drinkers. Okinawa Chosei Yakusou's proprietary variety, "Okinawa Ougon," is the highest quality autumn turmeric and is also the main ingredient in the liver strengthening supplement "Shugo Densetsu."

Balanced: Spring Turmeric 150g

Spring turmeric has been treasured as a medicinal turmeric in Okinawa. Although it contains less curcumin than autumn turmeric, it is rich in over 100 essential oil components and minerals, making it an excellently balanced herb. Spring turmeric is Okinawa's long-lasting medicinal herb, boasting the highest production volume in Japan.

Characteristics of Okinawa's longevity herbal turmeric

Pesticide-free and additive-free produce from Okinawa

This 100% turmeric powder is made without the use of pesticides or chemical fertilizers and is grown only in the natural environment of Okinawa.

Developer of "Drinker Legend"

They are the developer of "Ryukyu Shugo Densetsu," a liver strengthening supplement popular among heavy drinkers. The main ingredient used is "Okinawa Ougon," which has been proven to be of high quality as turmeric.

One of the top production volumes in the country

Okinawa Chosei Yakusou is the number one producer of spring turmeric in Japan. Thanks to many years of cultivation know-how and quality control, we are able to achieve a stable, high quality product.

The rarity of handling all four types

There are only a limited number of manufacturers that handle all four varieties: spring, autumn, purple, and white. We understand the characteristics of each variety and cultivate and process them optimally.

Traditional Ryukyu health foods

Turmeric has been used for maintaining health in Okinawa since ancient times. We carry on this tradition and commercialize it using modern quality control technology.

The world's only unique variety, "Okinawa Ougin"

Since our founding in 1972, we have continued to improve the varieties of turmeric, and have developed the one and only autumn turmeric in the world, "Okinawa Ougon." This special autumn turmeric has been registered as a new variety and can only be cultivated by Okinawa Chosei Yakuso Headquarters.

About the types of turmeric

There are four main types of turmeric, each with different ingredients and expected effects.

• Autumn Turmeric (Okinawa Oukon) : Rich in curcumin (common "turmeric")
• Spring turmeric (medicinal turmeric) : Rich in essential oils and minerals (balanced health ingredient)
• Purple turmeric (Bijunriki) : Rich in antioxidants (both beauty and health)
• White turmeric (rarest, purifying power) : Characterized by purifying and antiseptic powers (top class among all turmeric)

About Okinawa Chosei Yakuso Head Office

Okinawa Chosei Yakuso Honsha is a manufacturer that has been passing on Okinawa's traditional herbal culture to the present day since its founding in 1972. We are the number one producer of spring turmeric in Japan, and provide high-quality turmeric products that are free of pesticides and additives.

They developed the world's only original variety, "Okinawa Ougin," and are also known as the producer of the liver strengthening supplement "Ryukyu Shugo Densetsu." Continuing with joint research with the University of the Ryukyus, they have accumulated over half a century of know-how and consistently handle everything from cultivation to commercialization, achieving both high quality and safety.

Shipping Information

• Shipping: Free shipping within Japan for purchases over 9,000 yen (tax included)
• International shipping: Available

FAQ

Q. There are so many types of turmeric, I'm confused. Which one do you recommend?

Depends on your goal:
・For those who drink alcohol → Autumn Turmeric (Okinawa Oukon) - Rich in curcumin, the main ingredient of the "Drinking Heavy Legend" ・For daily health maintenance → Spring Turmeric - Balanced with over 100 essential oils ・Beauty and health → Purple Turmeric - No. 1 in antioxidant power
・Gastrointestinal care and digestive support → White turmeric - A rare species with excellent purifying powers. For first-time users or those unsure which to choose, we recommend the complete set of 4 colors, which allows you to try all the varieties. It's 10% cheaper than buying them individually.

Q. What is the difference between autumn turmeric and spring turmeric?

The biggest difference is the curcumin content. Autumn turmeric (Okinawa Oukon) is rich in curcumin and is known as "for people who drink alcohol." It is also used as the main ingredient in the liver strengthening supplement "Shugo Densetsu."
Although spring turmeric contains less curcumin, it is rich in over 100 essential oils and minerals, and has been treasured in Okinawa as "medicinal turmeric." It is suitable for maintaining gastrointestinal health and for daily health support.
If you are looking for a comprehensive nutritional balance, choose spring turmeric, and if you are looking for curcumin and alcohol support, choose autumn turmeric (Okinawa Okin).

Q. Are purple turmeric and white turmeric only available in 50g?

Yes, purple and white turmeric are difficult to cultivate and extremely rare, so they are sold in 50g packs. Autumn and spring turmeric come in 150g packs. If you want to try them all, the complete 4-color set is a great deal.

Q: What is the daily intake?

Take one teaspoon (approximately 3g) of turmeric in water, lukewarm water, or mixed with food. Many people also take it before or after drinking alcohol. Turmeric's main component, curcumin, is fat-soluble, so absorption is enhanced when taken during or after meals.

Q. How much cheaper is the 4-color set than buying them individually?

If you buy them individually, the total price is 8,340 yen, but the 4-color set is 7,506 yen, so you save about 834 yen. Another benefit is that you can experience the differences between each color and find the one that suits you best.

Q. Can I take this while pregnant or breastfeeding?

Turmeric is a pungent spice. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking medication, please consult your doctor before consuming it.

Q. How long can it be stored?

Store away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, and humidity. After opening, store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. The expiration date is two years from the date of manufacture.

Q. Can I use it in cooking?

Yes, autumn turmeric (Okinawa Oukon) in particular has little bitterness and can be used easily in curries, soups, stir-fries, etc. Spring turmeric has a strong bitter taste, so we recommend starting with a small amount. Curcumin is fat-soluble, so it goes well with dishes that use oil.