Tsuru Miso Jozo Co., Ltd. - A miso maker that combines tradition and innovation
Tsuru Miso Jozo Co., Ltd. is a long-established miso manufacturer based in Yanagawa City, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan, and is a company specializing in miso brewing with a history of over 100 years. While preserving traditional manufacturing methods that take advantage of the local climate, we also focus on developing new miso to suit the times, providing high-quality miso to consumers nationwide.
Company Profile
- Established: 1870 (Meiji 3)
- Location: Yanagawa City, Fukuoka Prefecture
- Industry: Miso manufacturing industry
- Main products: Amalgamated miso, rice miso, barley miso, seasoned miso
Fusion of tradition and technology
Tsuru Miso Jozo continues to inherit ancient miso brewing techniques while developing miso that is adapted to modern dietary habits.
- Natural fermentation: Long-term aging using unique brewing technology
- Additive-free manufacturing method: Utilizes the flavor of natural ingredients without using artificial additives
- Local raw materials: Utilizes soybeans, rice, and wheat from Kyushu
Product lineup
1. Mixed miso
- Hakushu Awase: Flavorful miso made with carefully selected ingredients from Fukuoka Prefecture
- Additive-free miso: Additive-free miso that brings out the original taste of the ingredients
- Low-sodium combination: Low-salt type developed for health-conscious consumers
- Yanagawa Mix: Characterized by the deep richness of our unique blend
- Gokoku Miso: Fermented food containing highly nutritious five grains
2. Rice miso
- Rice Koji Miso: Mild and sweet miso made with traditional rice malt
- Additive-free rice miso Kame: Additive-free rice miso that makes the most of the flavor of rice malt
3. Barley miso
- Beitsuru Aged Barley Miso: Barley miso characterized by deep ripeness and sweetness.
- Additive-free barley miso Tsuru: Barley miso with a highly aromatic and refreshing aftertaste
4. Seasoned miso
- Sumo miso: A seasoned miso with a rich flavor developed with the dietary habits of sumo wrestlers in mind.
- Yuzu Miso: A versatile seasoning miso with the refreshing aroma of yuzu.
- Garlic miso: Miso for cooking that takes advantage of the richness and flavor of garlic
Competitive Advantage
- Utilization of locally produced raw materials: Uses agricultural products from Kyushu, mainly from Fukuoka Prefecture
- Aging technology: Improved flavor with unique fermentation technology
- HACCP certification: High standard food safety management system
Market development and performance
- Domestic market: Sold at supermarkets and specialty stores nationwide, mainly in Kyushu
- Overseas expansion: We have a track record of exporting to the American, European, and Asian markets.
- Annual sales volume: Ships approximately several thousand tons of miso
- Main customers: Domestic and international food manufacturers, restaurant industry, supermarkets and retail stores
Quality control and certification
- ISO 22000 certification: Implementing food safety management based on international standards
- HACCP introduction: Thorough hygiene management within the factory
- Organic JAS certification: Compatible with organic miso production
Customer Rating
- "Miso that is rich and adds depth to dishes"
- "I was looking for safe miso with no additives, and this is the most delicious"
- "You can enjoy the taste of Japan because it is available overseas"
Future prospects
Tsuru Miso Jozo aims to create a new miso culture while preserving traditional manufacturing methods. We will expand our lineup of low-salt and additive-free products for health-conscious consumers and expand into overseas markets to spread Japanese miso to the world.
