The Cheese Guy in Okinawa
All products handmade on our dairy farm in Nanjo, Okinawa, using only the fresh full-cream milk from our own cows and no chemical additives.
Selection Packs
Fine artisan cheeses, made in Okinawa and shipped all over Japan.
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Selection Pack - Taster
Regular price ¥4,022 JPYRegular priceUnit price / perSale price ¥4,022 JPY -
Selection Pack for Wine
Regular price ¥4,022 JPYRegular priceUnit price / perSale price ¥4,022 JPY -
Selection Pack for Beer and Sake
Regular price ¥4,022 JPYRegular priceUnit price / perSale price ¥4,022 JPY -
Okinawan Cheese Selection Pack
Regular price ¥4,022 JPYRegular priceUnit price / perSale price ¥4,022 JPY -
East Meets West Dessert Set
Regular price ¥1,317 JPYRegular priceUnit price / perSale price ¥1,317 JPY
Cheese, handmade in Okinawa.
We make our cheese by hand in Nanjo, Okinawa, using fresh full-cream milk from our cows here in Nanjo, Okinawa. No artificial colours, preservatives or additives. Just milk, culture, salt, time — and a great deal of care.
Meet the Cheeses
From gentle and creamy to blue, smoky and downright adventurous. Every cheese has its own character. Have a look around — or come to the shop and taste before you decide.
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Halloumi Yaku Yatsu (Grill Cheese)
Regular price ¥756 JPYRegular priceUnit price / perSale price ¥756 JPY -
Ozato Basil
Regular price From ¥810 JPYRegular priceUnit price / perSale price From ¥810 JPY -
Blue Caraway
Regular price From ¥756 JPYRegular priceUnit price / perSale price From ¥756 JPY -
SAKURA (CHERRY BLOSSOM CHEESE)
Regular price From ¥810 JPYRegular priceUnit price / perSale price From ¥810 JPY
Cheese Goes With Anything
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The Okinawan Cheese and Beer Pairing Guide.
Beer and cheese is one of the great underrated pairings — and this guide shows you why. From crisp lagers with fresh Cheese Curds to smoky stouts with Kohaku Smoked...
The Okinawan Cheese and Beer Pairing Guide.
Beer and cheese is one of the great underrated pairings — and this guide shows you why. From crisp lagers with fresh Cheese Curds to smoky stouts with Kohaku Smoked...
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The Okinawan Cheese & Sake Pairing Guide
Sake and cheese might not be the first pairing that comes to mind — but once you try it, it's hard to go back. Sake and artisan cheese share a...
The Okinawan Cheese & Sake Pairing Guide
Sake and cheese might not be the first pairing that comes to mind — but once you try it, it's hard to go back. Sake and artisan cheese share a...
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The Okinawan Cheese & Wine Pairing Guide
Light red wines are the great peacemakers of the wine world. Where full-bodied reds can overwhelm, and whites can feel too delicate, a good light red sits comfortably in the...
The Okinawan Cheese & Wine Pairing Guide
Light red wines are the great peacemakers of the wine world. Where full-bodied reds can overwhelm, and whites can feel too delicate, a good light red sits comfortably in the...
Let customers speak for us
from 187 reviewsそのままだと微かに苦みを感じるチーズだな、という感じ。焼いてみたら、モキュモキュした感触と甘い香りとミルクの味にしばらく自分の中を占拠されました。
This is a cheese that can be enjoyed as is, or as a melted topping on, say, a ham sandwich.
When eaten as is, it has a creamy taste with a very faint sour note behind it—not at all unpleasant. I really liked it wrapped in a slice of salami.
When melted, it’s just nice and creamy, and is unlikely to overwhelm whatever it’s paired with.
スライスしてそのまま食べていたらあっという間に無くなってしまいました
Delicious
My favourite so far of his cheeses, the fennel and juniper cheese is packed with depth and flavour. It’s somewhat reminiscent of my all-time favourite cheese, Boulette d’Avesnes, though not quite as peppery or pungent.
Still, a great cheese, and a must on any decent cheeseboard.
It's hard to find good cheese in Okinawa, but the Cheese Shop never disappoints! My wife is new to the island, so I had to get the taster for her to enjoy. Of course, it was a hit! I'm happy to be back, and one small reason is that I know I'll get to enjoy all the unique cheeses produced here!
This, like all the other cheeses I have tried, is excellent. Texture and flavor are wonderful!
Since I first ordered cheese The Cheese Guy in Okinawa, I won’t be ordering from anywhere else! All the cheese are expertly crafted and delicious!
It was my first time ordering so I tried the Cheese Taster Set. There were a LOT of cheeses I wanted to try so I asked John if he could customize it, and of course he was very kind and helpful. I loved the Black Pepper, Cheese curds, Garlic, and Smoked Cheese, but the Halloumi and the fresh yogurt will be on the top of my list the next time!
Excellent. I was worried that it might be too mild for pasta, but it isn't. I shall certainly be back for more!
I have been enjoying your cheese products. A natural taste and a consistent flavor!
My first order with the Cheese Guy, so I went for a selection pack.
I got the Blue Caraway, Ozato White, Ozato Basil, and the Garlic cheese in my pack. All were good, with the Caraway Blue being my favourite. It’s a fairly mild blue cheese that goes well with the sweetness of the caraway seeds.
The Ozato Basil was a pleasant surprise; one of the best herb cheeses I’ve had.
Before finishing the selection pack, I had already put in another order. I think that’s they best recommendation I can give.
I love the use of locally sourced ingredients and the craftsmanship that went into making this cheese. Its flavor, texture, and aroma are absolutely mind-blowing.
Great with honey, granola and fruit!
Excellent mozzarella! Great melted or eat cold.