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Although it was only in 1985 that the word umami became recognized internationally, umami itself has been used all over the world for many years. The ingredients which deliver the umami taste vary according to country and region, and are a reflection of climate and food culture. In fact, people have recognized the essence of the taste of umami since ancient times. It might come as a surprise to you that so many different ingredients are used to create umami.