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April samples at Mutual Trading 🍜✨ This month bro April samples at Mutual Trading 🍜✨

This month brought lots of noodles, new discoveries, and fresh inspiration across the table.

From Vegan Crispy Bites recipes by @mtcfood_la to Sapporo Non-Alcoholic Beer, plus new arrivals like Brooklyn Kura Sake & Shochu, April was packed with flavors worth exploring.

Swipe to see some of the samples from April 2026 👀
Meet Tingting—who Hatsuki called the most helpful Meet Tingting—who Hatsuki called the most helpful co-worker ✨

Always dependable and ready to jump in, Tingting shares a little about her time at Mutual Trading through 7 questions.

The interview relay continues! 

Watch the latest reel from our 100th anniversary interview series 👀

#MutualTrading #100YearsOfBuildingTogether
MTC WAGYU Endless Menu Applications ☑️ Consistent MTC WAGYU

Endless Menu Applications
☑️ Consistent
☑️ Reliable
☑️ Built for performance in real kitchens

MTC WAGYU isn’t just an occasional luxury.
It’s built for daily use.

Ready to put it on your menu?
Connect with a Mutual Trading sales representative.

#74192 STRIPLOIN SLICED ($60/LB)
Sushi、Ramen  
#44449 KIRIOTOSHI ($10/PK)
Ramen toppings, Sushi rolls, Beef bowls, Stir-fries, etc.

#MTCWAGYU #wagyu #cheflife #restaurantops #MTCFOOD_LA
Cinco de Mayo, remixed 🍺 Japanese Michelada—togar Cinco de Mayo, remixed 🍺

Japanese Michelada—togarashi heat, yuzu miso depth.

Inspired by punch_drink’s The Emoticon.
May is here. A month that moves between celebratio May is here. A month that moves between celebration and ritual—bright, thoughtful, and meant to be shared.

Food & Cultural Moments That Shape the Month: May Edition

🍹 May 5 · Cinco de Mayo
🎏 May 5 · Children’s Day (Japan)
💐 May 10 · Mother’s Day
🍸 May 13 · World Cocktail Day
🍵 May 21 · International Tea Day

From bold, festive traditions to quiet, everyday pours—each moment adds its own flavor to the month ahead.
Two Orions. Same moment. One explores space. One Two Orions. Same moment.

One explores space.
One brings people together.

From Okinawa to orbit,
connection looks different—
but the idea stays the same.

A few months ago, our team visited Okinawa.
What stood out wasn’t just the beer,
but the people, the energy, the feeling.

Orion isn’t about complexity.
It’s about connection—easy, shared, and real.

Have you had Orion Beer? 🍺
Meet Russel—who, according to Akane, is the most s Meet Russel—who, according to Akane, is the most softy at heart 🩵

From keeping things moving in the warehouse to the moments that have stayed with him over the years…

Swipe through for the latest in our 100th anniversary interview series #MutualTrading #100YearsOfBuildingTogether
100 Years. Built by people. Carried by purpose. S 100 Years.

Built by people.
Carried by purpose.
Supported by everything behind the scenes.

On April 19, we mark this milestone.
Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey.
Rice isn’t just an ingredient. It’s a decision. I Rice isn’t just an ingredient. It’s a decision.

It shapes texture, consistency, and the final dish.

The question isn’t “Is it good?”
It’s: Is it right for how you operate?

👉 Choose with intention.
It starts with the product. At Mutual Trading, Wa It starts with the product.

At Mutual Trading, Wagyu is not just something we distribute—it’s something we build. From direct relationships with Kagoshima producers to hands-on work with chefs and partners across the U.S., our role is to shape how Wagyu is understood, utilized, and valued in the market.

That work is led by experts on the ground, including our Wagyu specialist, Kazuma, whose hands-on approach connects product knowledge with real-world application.

This week in Houston, Texas, that role came into focus.

Kagoshima Governor visited as part of a top sales mission, alongside producers and partners working to expand Wagyu in a key growth region.

As the leading importer of Kagoshima Wagyu in the U.S., Mutual Trading continues to serve as the critical bridge between origin and market—translating top-tier product into real-world opportunity.

From strategy to execution, the goal remains clear:
to define the future of Wagyu in the U.S.
Meet Hatsuki-san, who Eda-san shouted out a couple Meet Hatsuki-san, who Eda-san shouted out a couple weeks ago as the most knowledgeable co-worker at Mutual Trading!

Do you know where the name Hatsuki comes from? Watch her interview to find out 👀 #MutualTrading #100YearsOfBuildingTogether
Popcorn <<< Onigiri 🍙 Last week, Mutual Trading h Popcorn <<< Onigiri 🍙

Last week, Mutual Trading hosted an onigiri workshop + movie night for our team—featuring an episode of The Solitary Gourmet and a hands-on session led by Rune Arima-san (VP, Retail Development).

A special thank you to Nitta-san from Takaokaya USA for generously providing premium nori from Japan. Grateful for the great turnout and the chance to connect across teams—one rice ball at a time.

Products used:
20487 Niigata Koshihikari Rice
16000 Setouchi No Moshio
63000 Takaokaya Tokkyu Miyabi
78965 F-Ikura Shoyuzuke
51381 F-Kanefuku Mentaiko Tube
27197 F-Maruden Salmon Flake
40391 Kizami Takana Zuke
60431 Goma Kombu Kikurage

#MutualTrading #100YearsOfBuildingTogether
New season, new recipes at Mutual Trading 👀 This New season, new recipes at Mutual Trading 👀 

This month was all about discovering new ways to use trusted products, from tempura crisps to garlic and ginger sauce. 

Swipe to see some of the samples of March, 2026 🌼
April is here. A month of playful, meaningful mome April is here. A month of playful, meaningful moments worth savoring.

Food & Cultural Moments That Shape the Month: April Edition

🎭 April 1 · April Fools’ Day
🐣 April 5 · Easter
🌾 April 7 · National Beer Day
👯‍♀️ April 10 · National Siblings Day
🏯 April 19 · Mutual Trading Day
🌎 April 22 · Earth Day

A blend of lighthearted moments, seasonal celebrations, and community — all shaping the month ahead.

#MutualTrading #100YearsOfBuildingTogether
Meet Akane-san—Sake Sommelier, former brewery insi Meet Akane-san—Sake Sommelier, former brewery insider, and the teammate everyone counts on.

Javier-san called her the most helpful…but the real question is: Team Ramen or Team Sushi? 👀 

#MutualTrading #100YearsOfBuildingTogether
60 years of bringing Edomae sushi to the United St 60 years of bringing Edomae sushi to the United States 🍣

Swipe through to see the secret history of how Mutual Trading’s Noritoshi Kanai brought sushi to the United States ➡️

#100YearsOfBuildingTogether #MutualTrading
Kyoto Matcha IPA blends aromatic hops with premium Kyoto Matcha IPA blends aromatic hops with premium Japanese matcha, creating a vibrant pour with earthy depth and smooth hop character. 🍀🍻💚
 
Item number:9651 Kyoto Matcha IPA
Item number:58830 Beer Glass
#StPatricksDay #MatchaIPA #GreenBeer #MutualTrading #jibeer 
@mtcsake_la @mtckitchen_la @sakeschoolofamerica @kyoto_beer
A big thank you to everyone who stopped by the Mut A big thank you to everyone who stopped by the Mutual Trading booth at this year’s Natural Products Expo West!

Curious about some of the products highlighted? See below👇 
🏔️Cold Mountain Miso 
🏔️Cold Mountain Dry Koji
🍶Hakkaisan Amazake 
🍱 Ahjikan Premium Tofu

#NaturalProductsExpo #NaturalProductsExpoWest
Meet Javier Moromisato, who @takao.matsukawa.blog Meet Javier Moromisato, who @takao.matsukawa.blog shouted out as the most organized co-worker ✏️ 

Javi has been part of of the Mutual Trading family for over 35 years 🩵

Swipe through for the latest installment of our 100th anniversary interview series ✨

#MutualTrading #100YearsofBuildingTogether
February is for (food and sake) lovers 💞🍶 Swipe t February is for (food and sake) lovers 💞🍶

Swipe through to see some of the samples that stole our hearts this month!
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