Brand's products HASHIMOTO FOODS

Since sugar rationing after World War II, Hashimoto Foods has been supplying kitchens with canned white bean paste (shirashi-an). Its product line has since expanded to include baked goods, confectionery, and frozen desserts. Its international expansion began in Taiwan (in the 1980s) and China (in the 1990s).

They have earned the trust of customers through consistent quality and a spirit of innovation.

Their supply is renowned for being top-of-the-line. They use only azuki beans from Hokkaido and white beans from Myanmar. Each batch undergoes rigorous selection to ensure optimal quality.

Their production techniques combine traditional methods with modern technology. They respect centuries-old techniques while embracing innovation.

Their refined process maximizes the natural flavor of the beans. They capture and restore their authentic flavor in every product.

The company's message:

"Welcome to Hashimoto, where we take great pride in our artisanal production of anko bean paste. For generations, we have been perfecting the art of creating the finest anko, the soul of traditional Japanese confectionery. We have four specialized production lines, each designed to create distinct varieties of anko with impeccable quality and authentic flavor.

From selecting the finest azuki beans to our innovative powder processing method, we combine time-honored traditions with modern precision. Our bean selection process begins with premium azuki beans sourced from Hokkaido, which have already undergone an initial sorting at their origin.

However, we take excellence one step further by implementing our own rigorous selection processes. Beyond the trained eyes of our experts, we use advanced wind, color, and density sorting technologies to ensure that only the perfect beans enter our production. The art of making anko requires both human expertise and precision technology.

Our master craftsmen avoid uneven cooking and control texture through critical bean cooking and dough kneading processes, skills refined over generations. At the same time, our washing and cooking processes use state-of-the-art machinery to ensure consistency and efficiency. This perfect combination of craftsmanship and modern technology allows us to offer exceptional anko for both home and professional use, continuing the tradition of excellence for which Hashimoto is renowned.

Our powdered anko is carefully sifted, washed, cooled, and dehydrated to preserve the authentic flavor of the beans. The entire process, from particle preservation to final packaging, is automated in a pristine environment, and additional quality checks by operators ensure product consistency despite large-scale production.