The Cloth-wrapped Aged Ham made in the traditional way, offered by ASAKUSA HAM CO., LTD., is crafted using domestic pork and aged for seven days at low temperatures using traditional methods, followed by light smoking and then heating. This process enhances the meat’s natural flavors and creates a moist texture. Founded in 1932 as Sato Shoten, the shop transformed into a processed meat business specializing in ham, bacon, and sausages, beginning its journey in Asakusa’s Senzoku. Named after its founding location, Asakusa Ham started selling the traditionally prepared cloth-wrapped aged loin ham as a gift item, transitioning from the common 2kg business-use premium ham to a 1kg package about 30 years ago. To fully appreciate this ham, start by tasting it thinly sliced without any additions, then enjoy a different texture by grilling thick slices of about 1cm to make lightly charred ham steaks.

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