For anyone who loves bold flavors but keeps an eye on their health, a smart new invention from Japan offers a helping hand. Kirin, a well-known company, has built on the big success of its first Electric Salt Spoon from 2024. Now, they are releasing new products that work even better.
Kirin recently unveiled its Electric Salt Cup and an improved Electric Salt Spoon. These gadgets give people a tasty way to cut down on sodium without losing any flavor. It’s like magic for your taste buds.
The Electric Salt series doesn’t add extra salt or other ingredients to your food. Instead, it uses a special technology created with Dr. Homei Miyashita from Meiji University. It sends a small electric current to the taste buds on your tongue. This makes low-sodium foods taste saltier and brings out their umami flavors.
Studies show this technology makes you feel about 1.5 times more saltiness. This means you can enjoy your meals just as much, but with a lot less sodium. It’s a win for both flavor and well-being.
Kirin listened to real users when making these new items. The Electric Salt Cup is perfect for people who enjoy sipping soup or hot drinks directly from a mug. The updated Electric Salt Spoon now has a smaller tip, making it easier to use. A great bonus is that the new spoon can go straight into the dishwasher for cleaning.
Kirin also teamed up with YA-MAN LTD., a company known for beauty devices. This partnership brings engineering know-how to make the products strong and ensure the electric current is steady.
It’s important to remember that Kirin states these products are not medical devices. They are not for children, people with pacemakers, or anyone else who has electrical medical devices inside their body.
Both products went on sale online on September 9, 2025. They will appear in retail stores in November. Kirin plans to bring this innovation to other parts of Asia by 2026. They hope to meet the needs of an aging population and a growing interest in personal health. This smart Japanese invention is certainly one to watch.