Nishimoto, which carries more than 6,500 items, was founded in 1912 and operates offices in the US, Canada, Japan, and China. Nishimoto Trading is an importer and distributor of Asian food products in North America and is known for its Shirakiku, China Sea, and Mum's brands. Nishimoto Trading company's products include tofu (fermented bean curd), nori (seaweed), kombu (kelp), frozen fish, dried and frozen vegetables, miso, rice crackers, and seasonings, as well as tea, sake, wine, and beer. In addition to its own brands, Nishimoto supplies products from companies such as Ajinomoto and Peking Noodle. Its customers include supermarkets and foodservice operators. Nishimoto Trading company also exports commodities to Asian countries.