Bandai Golden Natto

【The golden earth, the flavor contained in a single grain】 'Bandai Golden Natto' connects the culinary soul of Aizu

At the foot of Mount Bandai, the symbol of Aizu, there is natto that shines golden as its name suggests. The 'Bandai Golden Natto' from Inawashiro Town is a culinary treasure that symbolizes Aizu's 'sincerity', steadfastly preserving traditional methods and local blessings without succumbing to the wave of mass production. One bite reveals the powerful yet gentle vitality of soybeans, overturning the conventional concept of natto.

■ Selected crystallization of 'Aizu's blessings'

The secret of its umami lies in the harmony of meticulously chosen ingredients.

• Rare soybeans and famous water: Luxuriously using high-quality local soybeans nurtured by Aizu's fertile land. The beans, slowly steamed with the clear underground water polished by Mount Bandai, become fluffy and tender to the core, releasing the inherent sweetness of the soybeans with every bite.
• Craftsman's handwork 'Kyogi': A traditional style of fermentation wrapped in 'Kyogi', which is rare in modern times. The aroma of the wood infuses the natto, which adjusts excess moisture, resulting in a clear fragrance without any off-flavors and a rich depth that deepens with each string.

■ The ultimate 'delicacy' that colors the morning of travel

This natto is the star that colors the memories of your journey in Aizu, transcending mere ingredients.

• With freshly cooked Aizu rice: When placed on shiny Koshihikari rice from Aizu, the golden beans resonate with the pearl-like rice, bringing forth a blissful morning. A few drops of local soy sauce enhance the rich stickiness and flavor, creating a moment that truly nourishes the body and soul.

From preserved food to survive the harsh winter to gourmet cuisine that conveys the pride of the land. Taste the passion of the craftsmen embedded in each grain, while imagining the majestic figure of Mount Bandai. Would you like to welcome such luxurious 'Aizu daily life' to your table?