What is Onna Mozuku Day (Onna Mozuku no Hi)?

Onna Mozuku Day (Onna Mozuku no Hi) is an annual observance in Japan, held every year on July 4. What Is Onna Mozuku Day? July 4 is "Onna Mozuku Day," established to promote the delicious mozuku (a type of seaweed) pr

When is Onna Mozuku Day (Onna Mozuku no Hi)?

Onna Mozuku Day (Onna Mozuku no Hi) is observed every year on July 4.

When was Onna Mozuku Day (Onna Mozuku no Hi) established?

Onna Mozuku Day (Onna Mozuku no Hi) was established in 2011.

What other anniversaries fall on July 4?

July 4 is also "Pear Day (Nashi no Hi)", "Independence Day (U.S.A.)". See the July 4 page for details.

July 4

Onna Mozuku Day (Onna Mozuku no Hi)

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What Is Onna Mozuku Day?

July 4 is "Onna Mozuku Day," established to promote the delicious mozuku (a type of seaweed) produced in Onna Village, Okinawa Prefecture.

The Origins of Onna Mozuku Day

The anniversary marks the date — July 4, 2011 — when Onna mozuku became the first brown algae variety (including types of mozuku and wakame) to be officially registered as a distinct cultivar by Japan's Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries.

Origin event: Cultivar registration on July 4, 2011
Production area: Onna Village, Okinawa Prefecture
Purpose: To build the brand identity of mozuku as a regional specialty

Trivia About Mozuku

Domestic production: The vast majority of mozuku consumed in Japan is produced in Okinawa Prefecture.
How it's eaten: Most commonly served as "mozuku-su" (mozuku in vinegar), prized for its refreshing tartness.
Nutrition: Mozuku is a seaweed well known for being rich in dietary fiber.

How to Enjoy This Day

July 4 is a day to turn your attention to ingredients from the seas of Okinawa. Why not try mozuku in different forms — from vinegared mozuku-su to crispy mozuku tempura?