Frequently Asked Questions

No, it does not. Furthermore, our production lines are dedicated solely to sugar, so there is no possibility of contaminations.

Since it is extremely difficult to grow sugar beets without pesticides, they are used during cultivation.
However, we ensure proper cultivation management and pesticide use through cultivation guidance.
Furthermore, we test representative samples for pesticide residues to confirm the safety of our raw material (sugar beets).

No animal-derived raw materials, including bone charcoal or chitosan, are used in the manufacturing process, including any processing aids employed during production.

We do not use genetically modified sugar beets as the raw material for our sugar.

Our sugar production uses extremely pure sugar syrup, and we remove impurities containing minerals to the greatest extent possible.
Therefore, oligosaccharides and minerals are virtually absent.

Sugar has a GI value of approximately 65, regardless of its raw material or color.

"Tokachi no Koubo" is a yeast that was isolated from the cherries of the Ezo-yamazakura cherry tree.
Although the bread does not acquire a cherry aroma, it is highly regarded for its fruity fragrance and subdued fermentation odor.

Similar to other dry yeasts, aim for an ideal dough temperature of approximately 27°C to 28°C (81°F to 82°F).

After opening the package, remove the air from the bag, seal it tightly, and store it in the refrigerator.
Use it as soon as possible.

Since yeast is alive, prolonged exposure to high temperatures may have reduced its fermentation strength.
Please store it away from high temperatures and humidity.

It's fine to use within a few hours. If refrigerated, it can be used within 24 hours.

Add the pre-fermented "Tokachi no Koubo" along with the other ingredients.
Subtract the amount of warm water used for pre-fermentation from the total water needed for the dough.
Adding it without pre-fermenting may leave undissolved yeast in the bread, resulting in insufficient volume.

As it is a food ingredient, you may take it at any time.

It is formulated as granules that dissolve easily in the mouth.
You can take them as is or dissolve them in yogurt or coffee. It is also heat- and acid-resistant, so it can be used in cooking.

It contains no unnecessary ingredients beyond the oligosaccharide component, so it is safe for pregnant women and infants to take.
If your pregnancy is high-risk, please consult your doctor before taking it as a precaution.

In individuals with low levels of bifidobacteria, other bacteria may temporarily consume the oligosaccharides, producing odorless gases such as carbon dioxide and hydrogen.
Gas production often subsides once bifidobacteria become dominant.

Raffinose 100 is manufactured using Hokkaido-grown sugar beet-derived raffinose and does not contain any allergenic substances (specified 28 items).

Sugar beet seeds are only available to producers and are not commercially distributed.