On November 1, Nagano Governor Abe and members of the nonprofit organization Ferment Valley NAGANO visited Marukome USA's factory and showroom. The Governor toured the vast 134,000-square-foot facility, including 72,000 square feet of factory floor space.

After the factory tour, the Governor and Ferment Valley NAGANO members attended a presentation at the showroom, including a tasting session showcasing the popularity of miso in America. Governor Abe enjoyed the best-selling miso in the miso paste category, which was created specifically for American consumers.

People in Nagano Prefecture follow a diet rich in vegetables and fermented foods, believed to enhance health. Nagano is well known for the longevity of its people.

<Reference>

https://translation2.j-server.com/LUCNAGANOP/ns/tl.cgi/https://www.pref.nagano.lg.jp/hisho/kensei/gaiyo/chiji/profile/index.htmlSLANG=ja&TLANG=en&XMODE=0&XPARAM=q,&XCHARSET=utf-8&XPORG=,&XJSID=0

https://en.hakkou-valley.nagano.jp/