Why fermentation in Maniwa?
Maniwa City is an ideal location for the microbes that are essential for fermentation. Located in the northern part of Okayama Prefecture, the area has a fermentation culture handed down for generations thanks to the clean water and cold climate.
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Blessings of Water
The Asahi River is a soft-water river originating in the Hiruzen Highlands. The Bicchu River is a medium-hard water river that flows from a karst plateau.
Maniwa has a mix of water with different characteristics, and the region is home to a diverse fermented food culture.
Blessings of Water
The Asahi River is a soft-water river originating in the Hiruzen Highlands. The Bicchu River is a medium-hard water river that flows from a karst plateau.
Maniwa has a mix of water with different characteristics, and the region is home to a diverse fermented food culture.
Blessings of Nature
Maniwa has clean air, blue skies, and lush grasslands.
The fruits of the land such as the milk of Jersey cows, rice, and mountain grapes, are superb fermentation materials.
About Haccos
Haccos Members
From sake, wine, and beer breweries to miso, soy sauce, and cheese, all kinds of fermented products are made here. “Maniwa Haccos” shares Maniwa's food culture and is attracting attention both inside and outside of Japan.
Experience
