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Default Japanese style mayonnaise?

Sqwertz wrote:
> On Sat, 01 Dec 2007 06:33:23 -0500, George wrote:
>
>> It is is thicker and has a tart flavor compared to "typical" mayo. I
>> don't see it in Asian markets but it is common in Japanese markets.

>
> Thicker? Try thinner. It comes in a smooshy bottle that feels
> like a breast implant. It's runnier, but I don't think it'
> tastes any better than Hellmann's or Kirkland mayo.
>
> -sw



I have bought it here and in Japan. The bottle is supposed to look
similar to a kewpie doll and is sealed in a printed plastic sleeve. I
thought it was a little thicker. It seems to go better on okonomiyaki
than other mayos but I don't see any difference other than that.