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Experience the Magic of Koji at Isetan Shinjuku

Koji Style, a company celebrated for its innovative approach to Japanese fermented ingredients, is set to hold an exciting popup event at Isetan Shinjuku, from December 17 to 25, 2025. Partnering with Harita International, this event will take place in the Beauty Apothecary on the basement floor of the main building.

What’s in Store at the Popup?

During this limited-time event, attendees can explore a range of products designed to make Koji cooking accessible and enjoyable. The star attractions will be the 'Make Your Own Koji Seasoning Kits,' featuring a unique blend of spices and Koji – a traditional Japanese fermented ingredient.

Make Your Own Koji Seasoning Kits

• - Kit A: Includes yellow brown rice Koji, black barley Koji, and Sri Lankan vegetable curry powder, priced at 3,643 yen (tax included).
• - Kit B: Features yellow white rice Koji, yellow brown rice Koji, black barley Koji, and cinnamon powder, priced at 5,362 yen (tax included).

Each kit allows you to dive into the world of fermentation and seasoning at home, enhancing your culinary repertoire.

Individual Koji Products

In addition to the kits, Koji Style will offer individual Koji products, each weighing 120g and available for 1,020 yen (tax included):

• - Yellow White Rice Koji: This basic Koji brings out the gentle sweetness of white rice, making it ideal for beginners. Perfect for creating classic seasonings such as salt Koji and sweet rice wine, its finished flavor is soft, enhancing the taste of various ingredients.
• - Yellow Brown Rice Koji: Known for its rich depth and fragrant aroma, this Koji contains more umami compounds than white rice Koji. When fermented, it evolves into a flavor reminiscent of miso, making it great for pairing with sashimi or boosting soup flavors.
• - Black Barley Koji: Combining the nutty aroma of barley with citric acid from black Koji mold, this unique Koji develops a harmonious taste of sweetness, acidity, and savoriness. It pairs excellently with spices, making it perfect for curry and meat dishes.

About Koji Style

Founded by Hiromi Suzuki in Kamakura, Kanagawa in 2019, Koji Style aims to enrich the earth's environment through Koji fermentation. Offering homemade Koji snacks and seasonings alongside cafe operations and educational workshops, the company seeks to integrate Japan's rich heritage of Koji into modern diets, preserving it for future generations.

Hiromi Suzuki's Journey

With a background in Koji science and manufacturing from Tokyo University of Agriculture, Hiromi Suzuki has transitioned from IT and the medical industry to the culinary world. She established the Japan Koji Creator Association in 2018 and has since opened Koji Style in 2019, developing products that contribute to the local community and enhancing the understanding of Koji among over 50,000 individuals through workshops and her YouTube channel, "Beppin Kin Channel."

Visit Koji Style

Get ready to immerse yourself in the world of Koji at the popup event. Koji Style is also recognized with the 'Kanagawa Nadeshiko Brand' in 2023, underlining the company's commitment to quality and cultural heritage. For more information, visit Koji Style's official website or check out their YouTube channel for recipes and tips on utilizing Koji in your cooking.

Don’t miss this chance to explore the diverse flavors of Koji and elevate your culinary creations with unique homemade seasonings!