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Experience traditional additive-free miso making at Shimonishi, a beautifully preserved 200-year-old storehouse in Yamato Town, Kumamoto.
Using only Japanese-grown soybeans, rice koji, and natural salt, you'll prepare your own miso following time-honored Japanese methods. Your miso will then be carefully aged in the historic storehouse for approximately 10 months, allowing rich flavors to develop naturally in the peaceful surroundings of Yamato Town.
On the day of your visit, you'll also enjoy tasting miso that has already been fully matured. This is a unique opportunity to discover Japan's traditional fermentation techniques and food culture through an authentic, hands-on experience.
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The Highlight
・Your handmade miso will be aged for approximately 10 months in the historic 200-year-old Shimonishi storehouse. ・A story-driven experience where you can look forward to receiving the miso you made yourself after it has fully matured. ・Taste pre-aged miso and discover how fermentation changes its flavor and aroma over time. ・Experience Japan's traditional fermentation culture firsthand through the art of miso making.
The Experience
This special program lets you experience additive-free miso making at Shimonishi, a 200-year-old storehouse located in Yamato Town, Kumamoto.
Using only Japanese-grown soybeans, rice koji, and natural salt, you will prepare your very own miso using traditional methods. The miso you make will then be left to slowly mature for about 10 months inside the historic storehouse, Shimonishi. Surrounded by the clear air and rich nature of Yamato Town, it will gradually ferment and develop a deep, complex flavor.
On the day of the experience, you will also enjoy tasting miso that has been matured in advance. By comparing the differences in taste and aroma depending on the aging period, you can gain a deeper understanding of the miso-making process.
After the aging period is complete, you will be able to receive your finished miso. This makes the program a truly special experience, allowing you to enjoy not only the preparation process but also the time it takes for the miso to mature. Discover the traditional fermentation and food culture of Japan through this unique program found only in Yamato Town.
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- Japanese
Language in Printed Materials (Booklet)
- English
Itinerary
- ・Please come to the Yamato Farm Stay Council.
- ・Learn how to make traditional miso from a local instructor!
- ・Let's start making your own miso!
- ・Prepare your own miso while learning from an experienced instructor.
Price Details
How to Use
- Please provide your order number on-site.
Purchase Notice
・If the experience is canceled due to circumstances on our side, a refund will be provided.
Important Booking Information
・Please meet at the designated location and the tour will end at the same location. ・Transportation costs to and from the meeting point are not included in the tour price.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 1 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel on activities date, Non-refundable (0% refund)