{"product_id":"handmade-kit_019","title":"Organic Handmade Natto Kit (Powdered Natto Starter Spores 3gr + Hokkaido Organic Soybean 500gr Set)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"exp\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"prd_unityTemp_min\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"prd_temp_min\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"tempB\"\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"frame_bd\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Notice Regarding Grains and Beans Shipments\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore purchasing our grains and beans, confirm their eligibility for import into your country. These products may face customs clearance challenges due to varying international regulations. Orders returned due to non-compliance with local import laws will incur a round-trip shipping charge. No refunds or reshipments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThank you for understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"main_h1\"\u003eOrganic Handmade Natto Kit\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Organic Handmade Natto Kit consists of one set of high-quality natto starter\/Bacillus subtilis natto powder which is made from 100% of soybean raw material (not genetically modified) in powder form and one set of Hokkaido's organic soybeans called \"Suzumaru\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prd_fullcol\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"100%\" alt=\"Handmade Natto Kit\" src=\"https:\/\/kawashima-ya.backdrop.jp\/images\/d0005_en_02.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith this best-for-natto small grain soybeans and top quality natto starter spores, you can enjoy your own handmade natto as you like!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・Soybeans：500 gr of Hokkaido's organic soybeans \"Suzumaru\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・Natto starter spores：3 gr of Natto spores powder made from 100% of not genetically modified, soybean raw material (This can be used for 30 kg of natto.）\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also include an instruction of \"How to Make Handmade Natto\" in the package so you can enjoy making your own natto at home!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prd_fullcol\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"100%\" alt=\"Handmade Natto Kit\" src=\"https:\/\/kawashima-ya.backdrop.jp\/images\/d0005c.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter boiling the soybeans properly, sprinkle the natto starter spores, then just keep warming it for about 24 hours to make a delicious homemade natto. ※For details, please go to\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kawashima-the-japanstore.myshopify.com\/blogs\/column\/way-of-making-fermented-soybeans\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e How to Make Natto\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"youtube\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/H84OY6F_hQo\" height=\"360\" width=\"640\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"unityOtherArticle clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"unityOtherArticleImg\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sakurado.live\/blogs\/column\/way-of-making-fermented-soybeans\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"how_to_make_natto_article\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0067\/4152\/4545\/articles\/nattou_1_a2579aec-3769-42ee-a604-4d200614f23c.jpg?v=1534296578\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"unityOtherArticleTxt\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e How to Make Homemade Natto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe will explain about how to make homemade natto using natto starter (Bacillus subtilis natto) and soybeans (available with video and instruction pictures). The article will let you learn about natto and how to make natto in details.\u003cbr\u003eGo check out the recommended products for natto, too!\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sakurado.live\/blogs\/column\/way-of-making-fermented-soybeans\"\u003eRead the article here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"main_h1\"\u003eWhat is Natto?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prd_fullcol\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"100%\" alt=\"What is Natto?\" src=\"https:\/\/kawashima-ya.backdrop.jp\/images\/d0005_en_10.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"normalTxt\"\u003eNatto is a traditional Japanese food made from fermented soybeans. Fermentation is the process of converting carbohydrates to alcohol or organic acids using microorganisms (yeasts or bacteria) under anaerobic conditions. In natto, it uses Bacillus subtilis bacteria to be fermented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 0 0 20px 0;\" class=\"clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"prd_leftcol\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin: 0;\" width=\"80%\" alt=\"what_is_natto\" src=\"https:\/\/kawashima-ya.backdrop.jp\/images\/h0003_en+06.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prd_rightcol\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px;\" class=\"normalTxt\"\u003eNatto has sticky and slimy texture, strong flavor, and rather strong smell.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA lot of people love natto, but there are also many people who dislike it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor you who haven't tried it yet, please try by all means!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 0 0 20px 0;\" class=\"clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prd_leftcol\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px;\" class=\"normalTxt\"\u003eIn Japan, natto is very popular.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe can say that all Japanese know natto.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJapanese people usually eat natto as breakfast food.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition, natto is unexpectedly good for your health. It has many nutrients in one serving. This tiny, sticky little thing will keep you healthy if you consume it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"prd_rightcol\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin: 0;\" width=\"80%\" alt=\"what_is_natto\" src=\"https:\/\/kawashima-ya.backdrop.jp\/images\/h0003_en+06a.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"wp_h1\"\u003eThe Nutrients of Natto, a Superfood from Japan\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prd_unityFullcol\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"100%\" alt=\"natto_health_benefits\" src=\"https:\/\/kawashima-ya.backdrop.jp\/images\/h0003_en+04.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to Japanese Population-Based Osteoporosis (JPOS) Study, the consumtion of natto has many benefits such as protection againts breast cancer, prostate cancer, menopausal symptoms, heart disease and osteoporosis. This benefits are derived from the isoflavones inside natto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are five health benefits you can get from natto:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"clearfix unityHealth-b\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"unityMain-b_h3b\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"sub\"\u003eNatto Benefit 1　\u003c\/span\u003eContains Probiotics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 3%;\" class=\"unitywp_half_R-b\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"100%\" alt=\"digestive\" src=\"https:\/\/kawashima-ya.backdrop.jp\/images\/wp_kaihuku_04.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"unitywp_half_L-b\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe soybeans in natto undergo a fermentation process which creates conditions that promote the growth of probiotics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProbiotics is the \"good\" and \"helpful\" bacteria that have many benefits to our body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of the benefits are they improve your food digestion, as a defense against toxins and harmful bacteria, and can help reduce gas, constipation, and bloating. Probiotic content also help to cure diarrhea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n　\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"clearfix unityHealth-b\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"unityMain-b_h3b\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"sub\"\u003eNatto Benefit 2　\u003c\/span\u003eRich in Vitamin K\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 3%;\" class=\"unitywp_half_R-b\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"100%\" alt=\"bone_health\" src=\"https:\/\/kawashima-ya.backdrop.jp\/images\/wp_itami_01.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"unitywp_half_L-b\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatto is abundant with vitamin K. A serving of nattō (100g) provides 29% of the Daily value (DV) of vitamin K.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's rather easy to find another food with vitamin K1. You can find vitamin K1 in many green vegetables such as spinach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, another important K vitamin, vitamin K2, is not as easy to find. Vitamin K2 is produced by bacteria, and natto happens to be rich of it. Vitamin K2 delivers a wide range of health benefits, such as maintaining bone density, supports bone health by increasing bone mass and slowing boneloss, and is associated with lower risk of heart disease, artery calcification and death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLack of vitamin K in your bloodstream puts you at risk of osteoporosis, bleeding, and delayed healing of bruises and wounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n　\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"clearfix unityHealth-b\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"unityMain-b_h3b\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"sub\"\u003eNatto Benefit 3　\u003c\/span\u003eSource for Vitamin C\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 3%;\" class=\"unitywp_half_R-b\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"100%\" alt=\"immune\" src=\"https:\/\/kawashima-ya.backdrop.jp\/images\/wp_kaihuku_03.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"unitywp_half_L-b\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA serving of nattō (100g) provides 22% of the Daily value (DV) of vitamin C. Natto has higher antioxidant activity capacity than raw soybean because it is fermented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin C, or also known as antioxidant vitamins, is among the essential nutrients your body needs. This vitamin is suggested to decrease oxidative damage and could lowering the risk of certain chronic diseases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also could boost your immunity by helping the body to fights off infection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n　\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"clearfix unityHealth-b\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"unityMain-b_h3b\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"sub\"\u003eNatto Benefit 4　\u003c\/span\u003eHelp You Lose Weight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 3%;\" class=\"unitywp_half_R-b\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"100%\" alt=\"diet\" src=\"https:\/\/kawashima-ya.backdrop.jp\/images\/wp_diet_01.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"unitywp_half_L-b\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatto is the best choice for those who want to maintain a stable weight or when dieting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is because natto contains just over 200 calories with 5g of dietary fiber in one serving. This content could help you to control your diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dietary fiber content in natto fullfil 22% of the Daily Value (DV). Good thing about dietary fiber is it makes you feel fuller, so it's good to eat natto in your breakfast. Dietary fiber also promotes the digestive system to work more effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n　\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"clearfix unityHealth-b\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"unityMain-b_h3b\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"sub\"\u003eNatto Benefit 5　\u003c\/span\u003eGood for the Skin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 3%;\" class=\"unitywp_half_R-b\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"100%\" alt=\"good_skin\" src=\"https:\/\/kawashima-ya.backdrop.jp\/images\/wp_biyou_01.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"unitywp_half_L-b\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatto is rich of a vitamin known as pyrroloquinoline quinone (PQQ), which is people little-known about, that is important to maintain healthy, beautiful skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin PQQ can help you maintain a beauty and healthy skin - which makes you look younger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can prevent the effects of premature aging. This vitamin is the perfect addition to your diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n　\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"normalTxt\"\u003eIt is also said that the best way to consume soybean is the fermented soybean, such as natto, \u003ca style=\"color: black;\" href=\"https:\/\/sakurado.live\/collections\/handmade-kit\/products\/handmade-kit_008?curr=usd\"\u003emiso or \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: black;\" href=\"https:\/\/sakurado.live\/collections\/tempe\/products\/tempe_002?curr=usd\"\u003etempeh\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: black;\" href=\"https:\/\/sakurado.live\/collections\/handmade-kit\/products\/handmade-kit_008?curr=usd\"\u003e.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"main_h1\"\u003eWhere to buy Natto?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prd_fullcol\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"100%\" alt=\"Handmade Natto Kit\" src=\"https:\/\/kawashima-ya.backdrop.jp\/images\/c8ec0b01db118d38ec7e3c231a25e032_m.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatto is one of the most loved food in the world. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnfortunately, people can only enjoy natto in such a short time due to it's due date. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe are having problems for bringing or ordering natto from Japan and eat it in several days\/weeks later. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBut, we can easily make and enjoy a great quality of natto anywhere and anytime if we have a natto starter kit. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKawashima-ya provides the natto starter kit with an easy-to-understand recipe book. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe want everyone to always have a chance to enjoy the high quality of natto easily!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"main_h1\"\u003eOrganic Handmade Natto Kit - The \"Suzumaru\" Soybeans\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"Suzumaru\" Soybeans are the organic soybeans raised carefully by Mr. Yuu Hirawake. He has been raising and cultivating these soybeans organically in Makubetsu-cho, Hokkaido for over 30 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prd_fullcol\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"100%\" alt=\"Suzumaru\" src=\"https:\/\/kawashima-ya.backdrop.jp\/images\/h0019b.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall grain type of soybean which is best for natto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prd_fullcol\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"100%\" alt=\"Suzumaru\" src=\"https:\/\/kawashima-ya.backdrop.jp\/images\/h0019c.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing harvested when they are completely ripe, these soybeans are rich in nutrients and have fine quality of taste and flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"producer clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"producerImg\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"100%\" alt=\"Yuu Hirawake\" src=\"https:\/\/kawashima-ya.backdrop.jp\/images\/hirawake.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"producerTxt\"\u003e\n\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eHirawake Farm・Mr. Yuu Hirawake\u003cbr\u003e「I have raised the bean carefully with love like my own child」\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eI have been making organic, pesticide-free beans for more than 30 years in Makubetsu-cho, Hokkaido.\u003cbr\u003eHarvested beans were dried in sunlight without relying on machines, the condensation can bring the sweetness to the beans.\u003cbr\u003eSmall-sized grain, organic, pesticide-free, non-chemical fertilizer cultivation, and carefully raised with natural drying. The best choice of soybean for natto. Please try it once.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"main_h1\"\u003eOrganic Handmade Natto Kit - The Natto Starter Spores\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prd_fullcol\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"100%\" alt=\"Handmade Natto Kit\" src=\"https:\/\/kawashima-ya.backdrop.jp\/images\/d0005_en_03.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Natto Starter Spores in this kit is a high-quality natto spores powder made from 100% of soybean raw material (not genetically modified).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe made the natto spores in the powdered form so you can use it easily at home and just dissolve it in water to make it into liquid. This natto starter spores included in the kit can be used for approximately 30 kg of natto.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe deliver an easily-used, high-quality powdered natto starter spores which is also used by natto manufacturer right to you. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter the natto spores is sprinkled over and it adheres to the soybeans, the fermentation will occur in an appropriate environment, therefore the natto can be done nicely.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e100% of pure culture natto bacteria extracted from organic soybeans is used.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe also highly recommend high-quality Kawashima-ya Natto Starter Spores, which is can be used very easily by those who try to make natto for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 20px; background: #ffffff; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 0;\"\u003eFor details about Natto Starter Spores, please go to  \u0026gt;\u0026gt; \u003ca style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/kawashima-the-japanstore.myshopify.com\/products\/natto_007\"\u003e\"Kawashima-ya Natto Starter Spores 10g\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"item_info\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prd_leftcol\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"prd_detail\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eName\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrganic Handmade Natto Kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eContents\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePowdered Natto Starter Spores 3gr\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHokkaido Organic Soybean 500gr\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAccessories\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandmade Recipe Collection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePreservation Method\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlease save in a low humidity refrigerator.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prd_rightcol\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"100%\" alt=\"納豆手作りキット\" src=\"https:\/\/kawashima-ya.backdrop.jp\/images\/d0005_en_01.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"kawashimaya the japanstore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":13213149364289,"sku":"69579946","price":1285.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0067\/4152\/4545\/products\/f4a9a8c1a967c868f04c0507c06824c2.jpg?v=1553751242","url":"https:\/\/sakurado.live\/ja\/products\/handmade-kit_019","provider":"kawashimaya the japanstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}