Happy Gut Box: Powerfully Simple Vegan Fermentation
Five 100% natural, all-vegan Japanese classics—curated for high quality, safety, and instant inspiration.
Shio Koji
(Salted Rice Malt)
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Organic JAS-certified domestically-grown brown rice
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Enhances the flavor of any ingredient
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Made from just three ingredients: water, salt, and rice koji
Koji, a traditional Japanese fermenting microorganism, is the foundation of many Japanese foods including miso, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sake.
Natto Koji (Fermented Soybean) Paste
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Creative, beginner-friendly way to try natto
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Versatile paste adds rich, savory flavor to dips, marinades, and more
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Rare, heirloom soybeans lend a nutty flavor and natural sweetness
Support digestive health deliciously—Toyokuniya's natto koji transforms traditional natto into a tasty, nutty spread from prized Tsukui soybeans.
Amazake (Sweet Fermented Rice Drink)
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Naturally sweet drink made from fermented rice
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Made from two simple and natural ingredients: rice and koji
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Similar to sweet condensed milk
Nourish your gut naturally with this pure, probiotic-rich Amazake, crafted from premium Kyushu rice and century-old rice koji.
Shinshu Miso (Aged 2 Years)
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Versatile, umami-rich fermented paste
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Deep, savory flavor and salty-sweet tan
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Made from domestic Japanese soybeans
Support gut health with this luxurious, naturally aged miso—carefully handmade using high-quality ingredients for a truly balanced taste.
Vegan Koji Curry
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Rich and flavorful
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Made without chemical seasonings or meat extract
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The ultimate Japanese comfort food
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Easy and convenient
Soothe your gut deliciously with our Vegan Koji Curry—naturally sweetened with amazake and enriched with umami-rich koji for gentle digestion.
Exclusive Recipe Pamphlet
With your Happy Gut Box you'll also receive an exclusive, full-color recipe pamphlet. From Shiokoji dressings to decadent Vegan Koji Curry bowls, we guide you step by step. No guesswork - just delicious results.
Here is our sneak peak
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What is the duration of the course?There are 32 instructional videos approximately 5 minutes in length. There is also an activity and homework at the end of each lesson. The homeworks involves cooking and planning delicious meals for the week. The estimated required time per week should be around 3 hours which includes cooking meals for the week! Investing a small amount of time for your health will certainly go a long way!
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What type of support will I get with this course?This course contains 32 videos with corresponding PDF guides to assist you on your journey. There will also be a private online community to assist you with additional questions you might have, share ideas and help each other overcome any bumps in your transformation (Take and Ume course only). After finishing the course, I have developed a meal plan service to help you continue your newly found healthy lifestyle. The meal plans will continue for an additional 4 weeks (Take and Ume course only). Your transformation and habit formation is an investment that I want to be a part of.
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What’s the cancelation policy?Once you pay for Miwa’s Japanese cooking online course, 30 percent is immediately non-refundable. We understand that sometimes circumstances beyond your control may require you to withdraw from a course. We will work with you on a case-by-case basis if any circumstance arises within the first week of your course. However, after seven days, we no longer offer refunds.
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Where can I find Terms and Conditions?Please refer here for the Terms and Condition.
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I am a vegan. Is the course suitable for me?Absolutely! Our course is designed to be inclusive and adaptable to various dietary needs and preferences, including veganism. We provide ample vegan-friendly alternatives for recipes that traditionally include animal products. In fact, several vegan participants have successfully completed our course and greatly enjoyed learning about and making plant-based Japanese cuisine. So, you can fully immerse in the beauty of Japanese cuisine while adhering to your vegan lifestyle. We are committed to ensuring that everyone, regardless of their dietary choices, can participate and find value in our course.
