Morinaga & Co. to Launch "Katayaki Ottotto <Cheese & Black Pepper Flavor>" - A Crunchy, Rich-Tasting Adult Ottotto, Available for a Limited Time from May 19th (Tuesday)

Morinaga & Co., Ltd. (Shibaura, Minato-ku, Tokyo; Shin-ya Mori, President and COO) will launch "Katayaki Ottotto <Cheese & Black Pepper Flavor>", a new product in the "Ottotto" snack series, characterized by its satisfyingly firm texture and non-fried manufacturing process. This limited-time product will be available from Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

This product, "Katayaki Ottotto," which features various snack shapes and a distinctly crispy, firm texture, combines the rich, savory taste of cheese with the pungent kick of black pepper, offering an adult-oriented snack experience. The flavor profile is designed to be enjoyable without tiring the palate, starting with a robust spread of cheese umami that transitions into a prominent black pepper finish.

It is perfect not only for a light snack but also for relaxing after work or as an accompaniment to alcoholic beverages. By targeting working adults who purchase snacks for personal consumption, Morinaga aims to deliver smiles to customers by proposing a new way to enjoy "Ottotto."

**Product Features:**

* Ottotto made with a crispy, firm texture * An enjoyable flavor that starts with the rich umami of cheese and transitions into the prominent flavor of black pepper, ensuring it doesn't become boring * Non-fried manufacturing process