Okinawa Black Sugar Powder from Tarama Island is a powdered Japanese black sugar made from 100% sugarcane grown on Tarama Island in Okinawa. Known in Japan as kokuto, this sugar has a deep, rich sweetness with natural molasses-like notes, making it a flavourful alternative to regular white or brown sugar. Its powdered texture makes it easy to measure, mix, and dissolve into drinks, desserts, sauces, and everyday cooking.
Best for
Tea, coffee, lattes, Asian desserts, baked goods, sauces, marinades, glazes, and recipes where you want a deeper caramel-like sweetness.
Key features
- Made with 100% sugarcane from Tarama Island, Okinawa
- Powdered format for easy measuring and mixing
- Rich, molasses-like flavour with a natural sweetness
- Suitable for drinks, desserts, cooking, and baking
- Authentic Okinawan black sugar, also known as kokuto
Specifications
- Product name: Okinawa Black Sugar Powder from Tarama Island
- Japanese name: 多良間島の粉黒糖
- Brand: Kokutou Honpo Kakinohana
- Net weight: 250g
- Ingredient: Sugarcane from Tarama Island, Okinawa
- Product of Japan
Storage
Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and humidity. Natural clumping may occur; break up any clumps before use.
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Inventory Last Updated: Jun 14, 2026
