Funghi
Koshin
A tier
Koshin shiitake are thinner, more fully opened caps—lighter than donko, common as standard dried and fresh grade. Flavour is still true shiitake umami; texture is less steak-like than donko. Everyday stir-fries, ramen toppings, and soaked dried slices. Reliable workhorse grade. Good value for bulk cooking.
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Dry EverydayRamenStir-Fry
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EverydayOpen CapReliableSavouryStandard GradeThinnerUmami
History
JP
Koshin grading named thinner open-cap shiitake in Japanese trade.
Export dried shiitake often shipped as koshin-inclusive grades.