innovation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe product, known as \u201cclear soy sauce,\u201d was created by Fundodai Co., a long-established soy sauce maker founded in 1869 in Kumamoto\u2019s Kita Ward. The company developed the sauce to celebrate its 150th anniversary. Their goal was to create a seasoning that children could enjoy without worrying about food stains while allowing the natural colors of dishes to remain visible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To make the sauce, traditionally brewed dark soy sauce is processed to remove its color in the final stage of production. Despite its transparent appearance, it still keeps the rich flavor and aroma of regular soy sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The response from customers has exceeded<\/strong> expectations. As Japanese cuisine continues to gain global popularity, chefs overseas have begun incorporating<\/strong> the product into their cooking. The soy sauce is sold in a small 100-milliliter bottle that is easy to hold and is priced at around 500 yen, making it popular as a souvenir among tourists.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFundodai has also expanded its product line. New items include yuzu ponzu with clear soy sauce, dashi with clear soy sauce, and truffle clear soy sauce. One of the company\u2019s latest products releases soy sauce as a soft foam from a spray bottle. This unique format has been particularly popular in the food service industry for decorative dishes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Around the same time, the company introduced another product called \u201cHeisei soy sauce,\u201d which uses carefully selected ingredients such as soybeans and wheat from the Kyushu region along with traditional wasanbon sugar. According to the company, this product represents the pinnacle<\/strong> of traditional craftsmanship.<\/p>\n\n\n\nToday, Fundodai exports its products to 36 countries. The company hopes its seasonings will blend into cuisines around the world while sharing the rich food culture of Kumamoto.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Source: Japan Times<\/sub><\/p>\n\n\n\nComprehension Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Answer the questions following the article in English.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Where was the clear soy sauce developed?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- How is the soy sauce made transparent?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- What new products has the company developed using clear soy sauce?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- To how many countries are the company\u2019s products exported?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
In your own words, attempt to summarise the article in 4 sentences or less.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Discussion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Discuss these topics with your tutor, and support your answers with examples or experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Why do you think people are interested in unusual or innovative food products?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- What foods from your country could become popular internationally?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- What role do souvenirs play in promoting a country\u2019s culture?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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