Kawaguchi Freeze-Dried Hikiwari Natto — Jars & Pouches

Specifications

Brand

Kawaguchi Natto (川口納豆)

Type

Freeze-dried chopped natto (hikiwari)

Weight

Varies by pack: 50g, 65g, 70g, 180g, and multipacks

Key Ingredients

Soybeans (Miyagi-grown for 65g/180g; Japanese-grown for 50g/70g), natto culture

Allergens

Contains soybeans

Made In

Kurihara, Miyagi, Japan

Storage

Unopened: room temperature away from direct sunlight, high heat and humidity. Pouch: zip closed, refrigerate after opening. Jar: close cap, keep dry.

Best Before

Follow the printed best-before date and storage directions on your pack; remaining shelf life varies.

Features

Two Ingredients: Soybeans and Natto Culture: Soybeans are fermented with natto culture, then freeze-dried. The65g and180g labels specify Miyagi-grown soybeans;50g and70g specifications state Japanese-grown soybeans. No added salt, seasoning or preservatives.

65g Label:0.01g Salt Equivalent per100g: The photographed65g pouch label gives an estimated0.01g salt equivalent per100g. This is label information, not a serving recommendation. No added salt does not mean absolutely zero sodium.

65g Label:38.7g Protein per100g: The photographed65g pouch label gives an estimated38.7g protein per100g, alongside480kcal,23.5g fat and28.4g carbohydrate. These are per100g values, not the amount in one scoop or a separate analysis of every pack format.

Unopened Pantry Storage: Keep unopened packs away from direct sunlight, high heat and humidity. Follow the printed best-before date and storage directions on your pack; remaining shelf life varies. After opening, close the pack promptly and follow its storage directions; the65g pouch label calls for refrigeration.

Available in 50g, 65g, 70g, and 180g Sizes: Choose a 50g trial pouch, 65g pouch or jar, 70g pouch, or 180g jar. The chopped hikiwari pieces are the same unseasoned freeze-dried natto across these pack sizes.

Freeze-Dried, Not Fried: The ingredient list has no oil, and the process is freeze-drying rather than frying. That keeps the pieces crunchy without adding frying oil or a seasoned coating.

Made in Kurihara, Miyagi: Kawaguchi Natto makes this product in Kurihara, Miyagi Prefecture, Japan. The soybeans used in the 65g and 180g formats are listed as Miyagi-grown.

Benefits

Soybean Nutrition Without Rearranging Your Day: Kawaguchi Natto starts with Japanese-grown soybeans and natto culture, then freeze-dries them into crunchy pieces. You get fermented soybean nutrition with no added salt, seasoning, or preservatives. Sprinkle a little on rice or salad and keep your routine on track, even on your busiest days.

Keep Natto on the Shelf, Not Your Mind: Unopened packs stay at room temperature away from heat and humidity, so there's no cold-chain stress or expiry panic. The freeze-dried pieces are ready whenever you are. Just open, sprinkle, and close. You finally have a fermented food that fits your calendar instead of fighting it.

Crunchy Now, Sticky When You Add Moisture: These chopped natto pieces offer two different eating experiences. Use them dry for a crisp topping, or stir them into soup to soften the pieces and bring back natto stickiness. You can change the texture to suit the dish without buying a different ingredient.

A Clean Crunch That Lets Real Soy Flavor Through: Because it's unseasoned and non-fried, you taste the natural nuttiness of Japanese soybeans in every crisp piece. Scatter it over rice, soup, or yogurt for a light crunch that has no added frying oil or seasoning. It's a small sensory win that makes clean eating feel less like a chore.

No Additives, No Seasoning, No Preservatives to Worry About: The ingredient list is simply soybeans and natto culture, without added salt, seasoning or preservatives. You decide whether to enjoy the plain fermented flavour or add your own sauce. Contains soy; a short ingredient list does not make it suitable for someone with a soy allergy.

Miyagi-Grown Soybeans in the 65g and 180g Formats: Kawaguchi Natto has made natto in Miyagi since1949. The65g and180g labels identify Miyagi-grown soybeans; the50g and70g specifications identify Japanese-grown soybeans. The named maker and clear ingredient origin give this everyday topping a connection to its home in Kurihara.

How to Use

Take out a small amount with a dry spoon.

Eat crunchy dry as a snack or sprinkle over food.

For sticky natto texture, add to moist dishes or let moisture touch the pieces.

Reseal and store after opening.

Who Is This For

The Busy Clean-Eater: Your days are packed, and cold-chain foods only add storage stress and expiry anxiety. You want easy, body-friendly nutrition that fits your schedule, but eating well on the go often feels like a battle against your calendar. You're not missing discipline—modern life simply doesn't leave room for complicated meal prep. Kawaguchi Natto's freeze-dried chopped natto is made from just Japanese-grown soybeans and natto culture, with no added salt, seasoning, or preservatives. Keep it unopened at room temperature, then sprinkle the crunchy pieces over rice, salad, or soup whenever you have a minute. It's clean, additive-free, and designed for people like you who want easy, body-friendly nutrition without rearranging their day.

Product Story

Kawaguchi Natto began in1949 in Kurihara, Miyagi, near Mount Kurikoma. Its maker story centres on Japanese soybeans, established natto-making methods and the flavour of the beans themselves. Many of its products leave out tare and mustard so people can season them to their own taste. This chopped freeze-dried version carries that unseasoned approach into a pantry-friendly format: dry pieces for rice and salad, with the familiar stickiness returning when they meet moisture. The65g and180g labels name Miyagi-grown soybeans, while the50g and70g specifications state Japanese-grown soybeans.

What's Inside

• 2 × 180g Jars — 2 jars of chopped freeze-dried natto, 180g each (360g total). Includes one 15cc measuring spoon. You receive only the option you select.
• 3 × 180g Jars — 3 jars of chopped freeze-dried natto, 180g each (540g total). Includes one 15cc measuring spoon. You receive only the option you select.
• 2 × 65g Pouches — 2 pouches of chopped freeze-dried natto, 65g each (130g total). Serving utensils and prepared foods are not included. You receive only the option you select.
• 3 × 65g Pouches — 3 pouches of chopped freeze-dried natto, 65g each (195g total). Serving utensils and prepared foods are not included. You receive only the option you select.
• 6 × 65g Pouches — 6 pouches of chopped freeze-dried natto, 65g each (390g total). Serving utensils and prepared foods are not included. You receive only the option you select.
• 9 × 65g Pouches — 9 pouches of chopped freeze-dried natto, 65g each (585g total). Serving utensils and prepared foods are not included. You receive only the option you select.
• 12 × 65g Pouches — 12 pouches of chopped freeze-dried natto, 65g each (780g total). Serving utensils and prepared foods are not included. You receive only the option you select.
• 15 × 65g Pouches — 15 pouches of chopped freeze-dried natto, 65g each (975g total). Serving utensils and prepared foods are not included. You receive only the option you select.
• 180g Jar — 1 jar of chopped freeze-dried natto, 180g each (180g total). Serving utensils and prepared foods are not included. You receive only the option you select.
• 65g Jar — 1 jar of chopped freeze-dried natto, 65g each (65g total). Serving utensils and prepared foods are not included. You receive only the option you select.
• 65g Pouch — 1 pouch of chopped freeze-dried natto, 65g each (65g total). Serving utensils and prepared foods are not included. You receive only the option you select.
• 70g Pouch — 1 pouch of chopped freeze-dried natto, 70g each (70g total). Serving utensils and prepared foods are not included. You receive only the option you select.
• 3 × 70g Pouches — 3 pouches of chopped freeze-dried natto, 70g each (210g total). Serving utensils and prepared foods are not included. You receive only the option you select.
• 50g Trial Pouch — 1 pouch of chopped freeze-dried natto, 50g each (50g total). Serving utensils and prepared foods are not included. You receive only the option you select.
• 3 × 65g Jars — 3 jars of chopped freeze-dried natto, 65g each (195g total). Serving utensils and prepared foods are not included. You receive only the option you select.

Not For Everyone

People with a soy allergy: Contains soybeans. Do not eat if you are allergic to soy.

People taking warfarin: Avoid natto while taking warfarin; follow your prescriber’s advice.

Care Guide

Storage: Store unopened at room temperature away from direct sunlight, high heat, and humidity. After opening, for pouches: zip closed and refrigerate; for jars: close cap and keep dry. Follow package directions.

Shelf Life: Follow the printed best-before date and storage directions on your pack; remaining shelf life varies.

Important: Contains soybeans. Avoid natto while taking warfarin; follow your prescriber’s advice.

Ingredients and Materials

Soybeans (大豆, Japanese-grown): The base ingredient, chopped and fermented into natto before freeze-drying. Japanese-grown soybeans;65g and180g labels specify Miyagi-grown soybeans, while50g and70g specifications state Japanese-grown soybeans. Contains soy.

Natto culture (納豆菌): Natto culture is the fermentation starter that turns steamed soybeans into natto.

Comparison

Quick Answer

Kawaguchi Freeze-Dried Hikiwari Natto is an unseasoned Japanese soybean topping made with soybeans and natto culture. The chopped pieces are crunchy when dry and soften with familiar natto stickiness in moist dishes. Made in Kurihara, Miyagi, it comes in jars, pouches and clearly labelled multipacks.