yamachomiso jyakoshiso is a traditional side dish miso from Kochi that has been cherished for many years as a “companion for rice.” This product, which is yamacho’s most popular side dish miso, is made by simmering shiso leaves and chirimenjako in a sweet and spicy miso. The savory taste of chirimenjako and the refreshing aroma of shiso leaves stimulate the appetite, allowing you to eat multiple bowls of rice. It received the “JAL Furusato Project Award” at the Eat Japan Delicious Award 2024. yamacho Co.,Ltd. was established in April 2012 and operates in the food and beverage industry. They ran snack bars, cafes, and other establishments where they served and sold dishes made with yamachomiso, but had to close these stores due to the impact of COVID-19. Currently, the two sisters work together to manage snack bars, sell yamachomiso through an e-commerce site, and conduct retail sales at various locations in Kochi Prefecture. yamachomiso jyakoshiso was created when their mother received a large amount of pesticide-free shiso leaves and decided to make it without any chemical seasonings or additives using only ingredients available in a household kitchen. It gained popularity as a “companion for rice,” slightly sweet but capable of making you eat multiple bowls, and there were many requests to take it home when it was served at the store. Eventually, the demand grew beyond what could be made in a home kitchen, leading to its commercialization. The design focuses on a cute appearance with a nostalgic design created from an eraser stamp. The jar uses an oval Mont Blanc shape that evokes the mountains of yamacho. It has a strong presence even if placed on the table right after opening the lid, making it great for vegetable dips, home parties, and barbecues at campsites. Even just with freshly cooked rice, this alone allows you to eat multiple bowls even without any side dishes. It also goes well with stick vegetables like cucumber and radish, cold tofu, grilled rice balls, and toasted bread. By incorporating fermented miso into your diet, you can easily regain energy in your busy daily life. The commercialization of yamachomiso was achieved with the cooperation of Mr. Shiraishi, the president of “Daruma Miso” in Kochi. Although their mother was diagnosed with severe cancer during the product preparation, the support of those around them made the commercialization possible. Their mother has since passed away, but the sisters feel joy in always being able to taste their mother’s flavor and happiness from the many “delicious” remarks from others.

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