{"product_id":"yamaki-jozo-organic-rice-koji-500g","title":"Yamaki Jozo Organic Rice Koji - 500g","description":"\u003cp\u003eYamaki Jozo’s Organic Rice Koji is among the finest and most authentic rice koji available, crafted by one of Japan’s most revered fermentation houses. Used in the production of Yamaki Jozo’s organic miso and shoyu, this koji is made seasonally from March to November and then naturally air-dried on racks before being packaged, ensuring the highest quality and purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRice koji is a fundamental ingredient in traditional Japanese fermentation, serving as the essential culture for producing shoyu (soy sauce), miso, and sake. The carefully cultivated Aspergillus oryzae spores transform rice into a fermentation powerhouse, unlocking deep umami complexity and creating multidimensional flavour profiles by stimulating the sweet, sour, and bitter characteristics of food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond fermentation, rice koji is also a natural tenderizer and can be used to enhance the flavour and texture of meat and vegetables. It is also a key component in quick pickling methods, adding a delicate sweetness and depth to preserved foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eType: Organic rice koji\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIngredients: Japanese rice, Aspergillus oryzae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProcessing: Naturally air-dried on racks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUses: Fermentation starter for shoyu, miso, and sake; tenderizing meat and vegetables; quick pickling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 500g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Saitama Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProducer: Yamaki Jozo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Producer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYamaki Jozo, established in 1902 in Saitama Prefecture, Japan, is a distinguished producer of traditional Japanese condiments, including miso, soy sauce, tofu, and pickles. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainable and environmentally friendly practices. In December 2024, Yamaki Jozo received the Minister of the Environment's Grand Prize in the 12th Good Life Awards, recognizing their dedication to eco-friendly food production and zero-waste initiatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a family-owned company with over a century of expertise, Yamaki Jozo maintains small-scale, handcrafted production methods, ensuring that each product meets the highest standards. Their unwavering commitment to quality, sustainability, and traditional craftsmanship has earned them recognition both in Japan and internationally.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fino Foods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67957630075184,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2604\/4698\/products\/The_Fermentary_Rice_koji.jpg?v=1742977709","url":"https:\/\/www.thefermentary.com.au\/products\/yamaki-jozo-organic-rice-koji-500g","provider":"The Fermentary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}