By your table, for 111 years.
In the early Taisho era, a small business began in Kumamoto, Kyushu.
Working with simple, wholesome ingredients full of character, we have continued to make everyday staples such as natto, tofu, and konjac—foods that have long supported the Japanese table.
Even as times change, our desire remains the same:
to bring deliciousness, wellness, and vitality to every table.
That commitment is just as strong today as it was 111 years ago.
— Founder, Hikotaro Kira —
Gratitude
111 Years of Gratitude.
111年分の「ありがとう」
More than a century has passed since our founding.
Through war, natural disasters, and sweeping social and economic change,
Marukin Foods has remained close to the table.
We owe that enduring presence to our customers who choose our products,
our business partners who continue to support us,
and the dedicated people who work alongside us every day.
With 111 years of gratitude, we look ahead with a renewed promise for the future.
Story
Our story began with flours.
はじまりは、粉の商い。
Marukin Foods traces its roots to a business dealing in powdered goods,
including mustard powder.
From the very beginning, we built our business on two principles: selecting high-quality ingredients and serving our customers with honesty and integrity.
That merchant spirit eventually led us into manufacturing,
where we began making natto, tofu, and konjac.
History
Times change. The table doesn’t.
時代が変わっても、食卓は変わらない。
In the years of postwar reconstruction, even as food shortages persisted, soy-based foods rich in nutrition helped sustain people’s daily lives.
By expanding our facilities and deepening our research, Marukin Foods entered a new phase as a full-scale food manufacturer.
Before long, our products reached tables across Japan,
bringing the taste of Kumamoto to households nationwide.
As a food company rooted in the local community,
we have continued to move forward ever since.
Craft
Made with care - and heart.
手間を惜しまず、まごころ込めて。
What may appear to be a simple production process is, in fact,
shaped by countless refinements that define the final taste.
Ingredients.
Temperature.
Humidity.
By attending carefully to every element,
our craftspeople remain in constant dialogue with each product, day after day.
Great taste is born from the steady accumulation of care, effort,
and an uncompromising commitment to getting every detail right.
Product
111th Anniversary Edition Packaging
111周年限定パッケージ
To commemorate our 111th anniversary,
we have created a limited-edition package available for a special time only.
Enjoy the taste of Marukin Foods in this exclusive package, offered only now.
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Future
111 years is just the beginning.
111周年は、通過点。
Food evolves with the times.
Health-conscious living.
Greater care for the environment.
New food cultures.
As we continue to expand the possibilities of Japan’s traditional foods,
Marukin Foods moves forward into the next 100 years.
Bringing a more delicious future to every table.
Sharing vitality and wellness with the world.
