Horaiya Honten
From fukushima
Maker of “MOKO” (Feb 2023), “Lemon Amazake”
Horaiya Honten was first founded in 1906 as Horaiya Koji Store. For over 100 years, they have preserved traditional koji-making methods, producing products like amazake and miso.
First Company to Commercialise "Sagohachi"
Founded in 1906 as a koji (fermented rice) store, we were the first in the country to commercialise “sagohachi”, a pickling mix made from salt, steamed rice and koji (in the proportions of 3:5:8) that has been eaten and enjoyed in the regions of Michinoku (old name for Tohoku) and Tohoku.
Preserving Years of Traditional Koji-Making Techniques
“For over 100 years, we have preserved the traditional koji-making methods, producing amazake, miso, and sagohachi pickles under strict quality control.” – Mr. Yaginuma (柳沼), Representative Director (代表取締役)
