Our business goals
We research the application and ingredients of momiji (Japanese maple) and kaede (maple) leaves for health and beauty. We develop and sell products such as momiji maple tea, momiji maple extract, and momiji maple cider. Furthermore, we contribute to society by turning abandoned cultivated land into maple yards to create a new business model in the intersection of agriculture, food industry, and tourism. In doing so we hope to make Tajimi City the number one maple town in the world.
We welcome companies and individuals to joint research and development of Japanese maple products. Please feel free to contact us at any time.
We welcome companies and individuals to joint research and development of Japanese maple products. Please feel free to contact us at any time.
Acer maximowiczianum (Nikko maple; Acer nikoense Maxim.), is a species of maple widely distributed in China and Japan (Honshū, Kyūshū, Shikoku)
In Japan, Acer nikoense, also known as the Choja tree, has been used as an eyewash and a remedy for liver diseases. Such traditional pharmacological effects have been scientifically elucidated in the modern era.
In our lab, we are continuing to study the functionality and components of maple plants, with an emphasis on Japanese maple (momiji), as well as the cultivation method and characteristics of seeds. We aim to share our discoveries with regards to the maple genus plant with the world to the benefit of everyone.
In our lab, we are continuing to study the functionality and components of maple plants, with an emphasis on Japanese maple (momiji), as well as the cultivation method and characteristics of seeds. We aim to share our discoveries with regards to the maple genus plant with the world to the benefit of everyone.
Call for R&D partners
We are looking for companies, craftsmen and individuals interested in developing products using the Japanese maple leaf extract developed by us. Our valued partners presently include:
- Nicolas Charles Cafe in Omotesando, Tokyo (Cream puff with rare cheese maple flavour)
- Momiji Chaya Tea house in Toki City, Gifu Prefecture (Momiji Soft Cream and Momiji Ramen)
- Asahiken, Toki City, Gifu Prefecture (Momiji Jelly)
- Belle Equip, Mizunami City, Gifu Prefecture (Maple Bachelan)
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We can develop new products containing maple anthocyanins
The maple extract we provide contains anthocyanins. Anthocyanins have been used in other beauty and health foods, but our extract makes it possible to create unique Japanese maple flavored products.
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Mix with anything
Maple extract is available in concentrated liquid and powder form. Since it is a powder that dissolves easily in water, it can be mixed with anything. Not only can we make new health and beauty foods, but we can also make products using maple depending on the application.
[Product development examples]
[Product development examples]
- cider
- ice cream
- jelly
- agar
- steamed bun
- alcohol
- beer
- others
Local recognition
Our in-house developed maple extract products are attracting attention from mass media and local authorities for their originality:
- Certified as "Tajimi Souvenir (Tajimi City)" in 2012.
- Certified as "Gifu gem" (Gifu Prefecture)" in 2012.
- Recommended as autumn souvenir in the October issue of Tabi no Tebo, 2013
