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Ryuji's Culinary Collaboration with Smoking Shop Series

In an exciting collaboration, Ryuji, a prominent culinary researcher, teams up with Marudai Foods to bring innovative recipes to enthusiasts of the Smoking Shop series. This initiative showcases three exceptional products: the Smoked Aged Wiener Spicy Chorizo, Melting Rich Cheese, and Smoked Aged Wiener Black Pepper. Marudai Foods, a comprehensive food manufacturer based in Takatsuki City, Osaka, aims to contribute to society through food and has partnered with Ryuji to develop mouth-watering recipes that resonate with a diverse audience.

Collaboration Overview

The initiative features Ryuji's creative recipes utilizing the Smoking Shop series. Ryuji will unveil a series of collaboration videos on his official YouTube channel, Ryuji's Buzz Recipes, on April 24th, May 7th, and May 13th of 2026. The collaboration is driven by the goal of introducing the delightful flavors of the Smoking Shop series to a broader demographic. Known for his unique ideas and love for the Smoked Aged Wiener, Ryuji has crafted easy-to-prepare recipes that promise satisfaction.

The recipes include:

• - Devilish Cheese Rice Bowl: A rich dish that offers a comforting experience.
• - Ultimate Spicy Chorizo Aglio e Olio: A delightful combination of meatiness and spiciness that’s easy to whip up with just one pan.
• - Devilish Smoking Cheese Rice: A fragrant mix of mushrooms and savory meat that fills your rice with irresistible flavors.

These recipes are designed to fit seamlessly into daily meals and can elevate any dining experience. Besides Ryuji's recipes, Marudai Foods is sharing original recipes on a special website, alongside a campaign featuring the exciting opportunity for fans to interact.

Explore the campaign here: Marudai Special Website

Product Highlights

1. Smoked Aged Wiener Spicy Chorizo

This spicy chorizo-type sausage enhances the savory flavor with a rich and tasty kick, perfect for dinner or as a delightful snack with drinks.

2. Melting Rich Cheese

This processed cheese integrates Camembert cheese powder, delivering a decadent taste that is hard to resist.

3. Smoked Aged Wiener Black Pepper

Experience the harmonious blend of aged umami with the smoky flavor of black pepper in this exquisite sausage.

Ryuji's Recipe Highlights

1. Devilish Cheese Rice Bowl: Wield a rich, guilt-inducing flavor, appealing especially to younger audiences.
- Featured Product: Smoked Aged Wiener Black Pepper

2. Ultimate Spicy Chorizo Aglio e Olio: With an unmatched combination of meat flavor and spice, this one-pan dish is a must-try.
- Featured Product: Smoked Aged Wiener Spicy Chorizo

3. Devilish Smoking Cheese Rice: Enjoy a satisfying meal overflowing with the essence of mushrooms and the savory goodness of meat.
- Featured Product: Melting Rich Cheese

Catch Ryuji in Action on YouTube

• - Devilish Cheese Rice Bowl: Watch here (Premiered on April 24, 2026)
• - Ultimate Spicy Chorizo Aglio e Olio: Watch here (Premiered on May 7, 2026)
• - Devilish Smoking Cheese Rice: Watch here (Premiered on May 13, 2026)

SNS Campaign Details

Marudai Foods Official X Campaign

*Exciting Opportunities Await! Join the quest for the Ultimate Smoking Shop Recipes!

• - Participants can win exciting packages that include a selection of Smoking Shop products, alongside signed recipe books from Ryuji.

Campaign Duration: May 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM to June 14, 2026, at 11:59 PM.

How to Participate:

1. Use any product from the Smoking Shop series: Smoked Aged Wiener Spicy Chorizo, Melting Rich Cheese, or Smoked Aged Wiener Black Pepper.
2. Capture your completed dish in a photo.
3. Follow Marudai Foods on X (@marudai_wanpaku) and post your photo with the hashtag #SmokingShopGodRecipe.

About the Smoking Shop Series

The Smoking Shop series offers a diverse array of products characterized by a delicate smoked flavor, including the fresh citrusy essence of lemon and parsley. The Smoked Aged Wiener* is a standout product, recognized as the first to receive specific JAS certification in the industry. Exclusively using pork for its raw materials without any binding agents, the sausages undergo a meticulous 72-hour aging process to enhance the natural meat flavors, leading to a juicier and more robust product.

Feedback from consumers praises its delectable texture and the balanced smoky aroma, consistently earning it high ratings as a top choice in the sausage category.

About Ryuji

With over 15 million followers on social media, Ryuji stands as a culinary innovator who embodies the motto, “Make what you want to eat today!” He emphasizes simplicity and deliciousness in his recipes, resonating deeply with a wide range of audiences. His presence on YouTube and social media highlights a fresh standard in home cooking, earning him prestigious recognition, including top awards in Japan’s 2020 and 2022 Cooking Recipe Book Awards for originality and practicality.