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Soybean Farm In Kichijoji: Come Try Western Fusion Miso Cuisine!
Soybean Farm is a specialty store in Kichijoji, Tokyo that carries over thirty types of miso. They even have a miso-centric restaurant where you can savor unique and delicious miso flavored dishes.
Like Ice Cream! Take Home Miso in a Cup
At Soybean Farm, you can purchase your favorite miso by the weight starting from 100 grams. The cups used to package the miso are the owner, Mr. Tsuchihira's, original design. They make great gifts or are nice ways to have a selection of different misos in your kitchen.
The most popular miso is the Setouchi Mugi Miso from Hiroshima. The gentle, yet sweet miso is loved by people of all ages and is frequently used as a dip for vegetables.
All the miso in the store have samples available, so it may be worth trying a few before purchasing your favorites.
Miso prices vary according to the season, so it is best to ask at the shop.
Perfect Souvenir from Japan
For those who wish to try a wide range of miso, it is best to try the Miso Sampler Set (1200 yen with tax). In a box set, you will find six types of miso in 100 gram containers that all taste and have different textures. This would make a wonderful gift for people who love Japanese food or enjoy cooking.
Aside from the miso by the weight, there are also packaged miso, miso karinto (*1), and walnut miso, and other tasty snacks that can be eaten right away. If you know a miso lover, these are some must-gets for a souvenir.
Please note that on your return flight, the amount of miso you can bring on will be limited. Make sure to pack the miso securely as a check-in item.
*1 Karinto: a dagashi snack made out of flour batter that has been fried and coated with sugar.
Add Healthy Miso to Your Lifestyle
Owner: Mr. Tsuchihira
According to the owner of the store, Mr. Tsuchihira, miso not only tastes delicious, but it is also a condiment that helps your immune system and is good for your health.
Miso has many uses and is great to add to all sorts of cuisines. In order for more people to become accustomed to miso, Mr. Tsuchihira opened the restaurant to give people ideas on how to use miso even in western-style dishes.
The more you know, the tastier the miso gets. Why not try the many flavors of miso at Soybean Farm in Kichijoji?
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With cooperation from Soybean Farm
世界各地、日本各地「手仕事品」と名のつくものをこよなく愛す。東京オリンピックまでに、日本を「エシカル大国」にしたい。