Miso is a fermented paste made primarily from soybeans, rice, or barley, combined with salt and koji, a type of fermentation starter. It has been a cornerstone of Japanese cuisine for centuries, prized for its rich umami flavor and nutritional benefits, including protein, vitamins, and probiotics. Miso comes in various types depending on ingredients and fermentation time, from white (shiro) miso, which is mild and slightly sweet, to red (aka) miso, which is darker, saltier, and more robust in flavor. It is most commonly used in miso soup, but also serves as a seasoning for marinades, sauces, dressings, and simmered dishes.

Hokkaido miso stands out for its rich flavor, quality ingredients, and traditional craftsmanship. Made with locally grown soybeans and rice, and brewed with the region’s pure spring water, it captures the essence of Hokkaido’s fertile land and clean climate.

The long, careful fermentation process produces a miso that is mellow, naturally sweet, and deeply umami, making it perfect for soups, sauces, marinades, and more. Loved in households across Japan, Hokkaido miso is celebrated for its smooth texture, balanced saltiness, and consistent quality, offering a taste that is both authentic and comforting.

Try Country Style Miso if you are looking for an affordable way to savor Hokkaido miso, that blend North American and Hokkaido soybeans, or Hokkaido Miso for a 100% locally grown soybean miso. Choose between smooth or grainy textures, sweet white miso or the more savory and complex red miso, and dashi miso for instant miso soup, or standard miso if you prefer to mix miso into a variety of dishes.

Size: 750 g

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Country Style Miso

Dashi Miso: This miso is enriched with the rich umami of kelp and bonito dashi, offering a clear and refreshing flavor that enhances your ingredients. With Hidaka kelp and bonito dashi already blended in, there’s no need to make dashi separately, making it easy to enjoy a delicious miso soup in no time. Its mellow and gentle taste is satisfying enough for daily enjoyment without ever feeling heavy or repetitive.

Ingredients: Soybeans (Canada, United States, Japan), rice, salt, hydrolyzed protein, bonito dashi, kelp extract (100% hidaka kelp) / alcohol, seasoning (amino acids, etc.)

Country Style Smooth White Miso: This miso features a smooth miso texture with a refreshing sweetness and mellow, well-rounded flavor.

Country Style White Grain Miso: This miso features a grainy texture with a moderate sweetness and rich, full-bodied flavor.

Country Style Red Grain Miso: This grainy miso features the perfect balance of saltiness and umami.

Ingredients: Soybeans (Canada, United States, Japan), rice, salt, alcohol

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Hokkaido Miso (Made with 100% Hokkaido Soybeans)

Hokkaido Smooth White Miso: Made with 100% Hokkaido-grown rice and soybeans and carefully brewed using the spring water from the Daisetsuzan mountains, this white koshimiso features a gentle sweetness from the rice koji and a clean, refreshing flavor.

Hokkaido White Grain Miso: This miso is made with 100% Hokkaido-grown soybeans and rice. It has a mild, slightly sweet, and refreshing flavor.

Hokkaido Red Grain Miso: This miso is made with 100% Hokkaido-grown soybeans and rice. It offers a rich, deep flavor.

Ingredients: Soybeans (Hokkaido, non-GMO), rice (Hokkaido), salt