"Cho-Tokusen Datemaki Koko" Wins the Highest Honor, the "Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Award"
Suzuhiro Kamaboko's premium Datemaki, 'Cho-Tokusen Datemaki Koko', has won the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Award at the 77th National Kamaboko Fair, praised for its artisanal hand-baking and natural ingredients.
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Suzuhiro Kamaboko Co., Ltd. (Odawara City, Kanagawa Prefecture: President Tomohiro Suzuki, hereinafter "Suzuhiro") is pleased to announce that our "Cho-Tokusen Datemaki Koko" (Super Premium Rolled Omelet with Fish Paste) has won the highest honor, the "Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Award," at the "77th National Kamaboko Fair."
The "National Kamaboko Fair" is a judging event held annually since 1947 (Showa 22), hosted by the Japan Kamaboko Association and supported by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries.
This time, out of 750 entries from across the country, 7 products were selected for the highest honor, the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Award, and our "Cho-Tokusen Datemaki Koko" was among the proud recipients.
## ■ Award-Winning Product: "Cho-Tokusen Datemaki Koko"
"Cho-Tokusen Datemaki Koko" is Suzuhiro's finest Datemaki, hand-baked one by one by our artisans. Since ancient times, foods shaped like scrolls have been used at celebratory banquets as lucky charms symbolizing "uninterrupted learning and life." Against this backdrop, Datemaki is widely cherished as an auspicious food. This product is named by layering the wish for longevity with "Koki" (the 70th birthday celebration), making it an exquisite masterpiece perfect for festive meals and gifts on special days.
## ● Made with Carefully Selected Natural Ingredients such as Free-Range Eggs and Wasanbon Sugar
"Cho-Tokusen Datemaki Koko" uses carefully selected ingredients to bring out the rich taste of eggs and the luxurious flavor of fish. We use White Croaker (Guchi), known for its fine and elegant umami. Fresh free-range eggs are used, and sweetness is refined gently and elegantly using ingredients like mirin and Wasanbon (traditional Japanese premium sugar). The hallmark of its taste is a harmonious blend where you can distinctively feel the flavor of the fish alongside the deep richness of the free-range eggs. Furthermore, we do not rely on preservatives, making the most of the natural power of the ingredients, and utilizing naturally fermented seasonings.
The "National Kamaboko Fair" is a judging event held annually since 1947 (Showa 22), hosted by the Japan Kamaboko Association and supported by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries.
This time, out of 750 entries from across the country, 7 products were selected for the highest honor, the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Award, and our "Cho-Tokusen Datemaki Koko" was among the proud recipients.
## ■ Award-Winning Product: "Cho-Tokusen Datemaki Koko"
"Cho-Tokusen Datemaki Koko" is Suzuhiro's finest Datemaki, hand-baked one by one by our artisans. Since ancient times, foods shaped like scrolls have been used at celebratory banquets as lucky charms symbolizing "uninterrupted learning and life." Against this backdrop, Datemaki is widely cherished as an auspicious food. This product is named by layering the wish for longevity with "Koki" (the 70th birthday celebration), making it an exquisite masterpiece perfect for festive meals and gifts on special days.
## ● Made with Carefully Selected Natural Ingredients such as Free-Range Eggs and Wasanbon Sugar
"Cho-Tokusen Datemaki Koko" uses carefully selected ingredients to bring out the rich taste of eggs and the luxurious flavor of fish. We use White Croaker (Guchi), known for its fine and elegant umami. Fresh free-range eggs are used, and sweetness is refined gently and elegantly using ingredients like mirin and Wasanbon (traditional Japanese premium sugar). The hallmark of its taste is a harmonious blend where you can distinctively feel the flavor of the fish alongside the deep richness of the free-range eggs. Furthermore, we do not rely on preservatives, making the most of the natural power of the ingredients, and utilizing naturally fermented seasonings.
FAQ
Which company won the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Award for its 'Cho-Tokusen Datemaki Koko'?
Suzuhiro Kamaboko Co., Ltd. of Odawara City, Kanagawa Prefecture won the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Award for its 'Cho-Tokusen Datemaki Koko'.
What is the name of the award-winning product created by Suzuhiro Kamaboko Co., Ltd.?
The award-winning product created by Suzuhiro Kamaboko Co., Ltd. is called 'Cho-Tokusen Datemaki Koko,' a Super Premium Rolled Omelet with Fish Paste.
How many entries were submitted to the 77th National Kamaboko Fair, and how many received the top award?
A total of 750 entries were submitted to the 77th National Kamaboko Fair, and only 7 products, including Suzuhiro's, received the top Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Award.
What type of fish is used in the 'Cho-Tokusen Datemaki Koko' to enhance its umami flavor?
The 'Cho-Tokusen Datemaki Koko' uses White Croaker, also known as Guchi, for its fine and elegant umami flavor.
What traditional ingredients are featured in Suzuhiro's award-winning Datemaki to refine its sweetness and flavor?
Suzuhiro's award-winning Datemaki uses free-range eggs, mirin, and Wasanbon, a traditional Japanese premium sugar, to refine its sweetness and flavor.