Honba Mito Daruma Natto

Daruma Foods Co., Ltd. was founded in October 1948 (Showa 23) in Mito City. Consistently engaging in natto making since the postwar chaotic period — currently known as "Honba Mito Daruma Natto" — continuing the journey as a natto and natto processed products specialty maker.

The signature product inherited since founding is "straw-wrapped natto" wrapped in rice straw. By leveraging the natural aroma and heat retention of rice straw, fermenting soybeans with the old-style manufacturing method — finishing into natto where bean umami and good string-pulling stand out. Currently also offering wood-veneer natto with similar texture and flavor to straw bundle, plus easy-to-eat pack natto and cup natto — developing product variety matched to lifestyle.

For soybeans — committed selection centered on Ibaraki-grown small-grain soybeans, with attention to production region, variety, and grain size. Also focusing on product creation that leverages the individuality of raw materials themselves — like "Densho Natto" using revived old variety soybeans and "Black Bean Natto" using black soybeans. Aiming for natto evaluated as "the bean flavor is solid" — thoroughly cooperating with raw material producers and inspecting at raw material receipt — also characteristics.

Also, developed deli-style natto like "soboro natto" and "Stamina Mito Natto" — products that let you enjoy natto deliciousness in new forms. Proposing a lineup easy to arrange in daily dining tables — sprinkled directly on rice, used as ingredients in stir-fries and pasta, or tossed with vegetables in salads.

On the safe and reassuring food-making front — also focusing on hygiene management system maintenance, like early acquisition of Ibaraki HACCP certification within the prefecture. Thorough factory line management, temperature control, and equipment cleaning and sterilization — continuing manufacturing that balances tradition and modern quality control — to connect the flavor and trust of Honba Mito Natto to the next generation.

A long-established maker dedicated only to natto, born in Mito

Daruma Foods, founded in 1948, is a specialty maker dedicated only to natto and natto processed products. Since starting natto making in Mito just after the war — familiar under the "Daruma Natto" brand — currently still maintaining head office and factory in Yanagimachi, Mito City, protecting the flavor of Honba Mito Natto.

Authentic Mito natto enjoyed through diverse packaging — straw bundles, wood veneer, packs

With "straw-wrapped natto" wrapped in rice straw, "wood-veneer natto" wrapped in wood veneer, and easy-to-handle 3P and cup-type pack natto — the brand proposes ways to enjoy natto aroma and texture differing by packaging form. While retaining old-style appearances — also offering styles easy for daily use — that's the appeal of Daruma Natto.

Commitment to Ibaraki-grown small-grain soybeans and peace-of-mind, safety initiatives

For raw material soybeans — using carefully selected domestic soybeans starting with Ibaraki-grown small-grain soybeans. In cooperation with JA Mito — engaging in soybean making committed to quality from the production stage. At the factory — established hygiene management systems starting with "Ibaraki HACCP Certification" — thorough integrated quality control from raw material receipt to manufacturing and shipping.

New ways to enjoy natto — soboro natto and Stamina Mito Natto

Also developed deli-style natto enjoyable as side dishes and snacks — "soboro natto" combining dried daikon with natto, and "Stamina Mito Natto" series combining with garlic, pork, and chili. Of course as a side for rice — also receiving favorable reviews for its easy arrangement — usable as ingredients for fried rice, pasta, and salads.