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This collection includes carefully maintained cultures of white, green proteolytic, and green amylolytic strains selected for consistency, stability, and reliable growth performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"725\"\u003eIdeal for fermentation enthusiasts, educators, and laboratory work, these cultures are used to explore enzyme activity, starch conversion, and protein breakdown in controlled environments. The collection features Koji-based strains (Aspergillus oryzae and related culture types) widely used in traditional and modern fermentation processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"727\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003eEach slant and petri dish is prepared under controlled conditions to ensure clean, active growth and reproducible results. Whether working on experimental fermentation projects, comparative enzyme studies, or educational microbiology work, these cultures provide a dependable starting point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003eAvailable strains include:\u003cbr\u003eWhite Koji cultures for clean, neutral fermentation profiles\u003cbr data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1110\"\u003eGreen proteolytic strains for enhanced protein breakdown activity\u003cbr data-start=\"1175\" data-end=\"1178\"\u003eGreen amylolytic strains for starch conversion and saccharification research\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1460\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003ePerfect for fermentation labs, home fermentation experimentation, and microbiology education, this collection supports consistent, repeatable culture performance with strong enzymatic activity profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"green-amilo-koji-slant-alta-saccarificazione-per-sake-e-amazake","title":"Green Amilo Koji Slant | High Saccharification Strain for Sake Amazake | Agar Culture","description":"🍶 PREMIUM GREEN AMILO KOJI SLANT FOR SAKE \u0026 AMAZAKE\n\nUnlock authentic Japanese fermentation at home with our Green Amilo Koji slant — a high-performance amylolytic strain prized by sake homebrewers and amazake makers across Europe. This fully colonized agar slant delivers vigorous mycelium ready to inoculate your steamed rice and transform starches into fermentable sugars with exceptional efficiency. Perfect for crafting sake, amazake, shio koji, and innovative koji-based condiments, this is Italy\u0026#39;s first serious offering of a premium amylolytic koji culture for the dedicated fermenter.\n\n🧪 WHAT YOU GET\n\nOne fully colonized agar slant (test tube) of Green Amilo Koji, sealed and ready to use. The culture arrives viable, pure, and packed with active mycelium that can be transferred to your sterile substrate or expanded into grain spawn for large-scale fermentation projects.\n\n✨ HIGHLIGHTS\n\n• High amylolytic activity — exceptional starch-to-sugar conversion for sake and amazake production\n• Fully colonized slant — vigorous, healthy mycelium ready for immediate inoculation\n• Ideal for homebrewers — first premium koji culture tailored for the Italian and European sake-making community\n• Versatile fermentation uses — sake, amazake, shio koji, miso, and gourmet condiment development\n• Pure genetics — isolated and maintained under strict sterile protocols for consistent results\n• Collector-grade culture — a must-have for serious fermentation hobbyists and culinary innovators\n\n🔬 HOW TO USE \u0026 STORAGE\n\nStore your slant in the refrigerator (2–8 °C) until ready to use; it will remain viable for months under proper conditions. To inoculate, work in a sterile environment: flame-sterilize a loop or needle, extract a small amount of mycelium from the slant surface, and transfer to steamed rice (for koji production) or agar plates (to expand the culture). Allow 48–72 hours at 28–32 °C for full colonization. Always handle aseptically to maintain culture purity and avoid contamination.\n\n📦 SHIPPING \u0026 TRUST\n\nEach slant is carefully packaged to protect the agar during transit and dispatched promptly from Italy. We take pride in delivering viable, contamination-free cultures that meet the exacting standards of homebrewers and fermentation enthusiasts.\n\n🛒 ELEVATE YOUR FERMENTATION CRAFT\n\nWhether you\u0026#39;re brewing your first batch of sake or perfecting a signature amazake recipe, this Green Amilo Koji slant is your gateway to authentic, high-saccharification fermentation. Add to cart and start your koji journey today.","brand":"Fungaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58159953674565,"sku":"FUNGAIA-KOJI-GREEN-AMILO-KOJI-SLANT","price":26.91,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1037\/2707\/1557\/files\/il_fullxfull.8098194706_ni2c.jpg?v=1780599591"},{"product_id":"white-koji-aspergillus-oryzae-slant-agar-premium","title":"White Koji Aspergillus oryzae Agar Slant | Premium Culture for Miso Sake Amazake Shio Koji","description":"🍄 PREMIUM WHITE KOJI CULTURE FOR AUTHENTIC FERMENTATION\n\nAspergillus oryzae White Koji is the cornerstone of traditional Japanese fermentation. This premium agar slant delivers a fully colonized, vigorous culture ready to transform your culinary projects — from rich miso and delicate sake to creamy amazake and umami-packed shio koji.\n\n🧪 WHAT YOU GET\n\nOne fully colonized agar slant tube containing pure Aspergillus oryzae (White Koji) mycelium. The slant format ensures long-term viability and multiple transfers for your fermentation experiments and gourmet production.\n\n✨ HIGHLIGHTS\n\n• Versatile strain — ideal for miso, sake, amazake, shio koji, and ramen tare\n• Fully colonized and ready to propagate\n• Premium genetics selected for vigorous enzyme production\n• Long shelf life when stored correctly\n• Perfect for chefs, home fermenters, and culinary experimenters\n• Rare availability in the EU market\n\n🔬 HOW TO USE \u0026 STORAGE\n\nStore your slant upright in a cool, dark place (4–8°C ideal). To propagate, transfer a small amount of mycelium to sterilized grain substrate (rice, barley) or liquid culture under clean conditions. Once your koji is established on grain, use it to inoculate cooked rice, soybeans, or barley for traditional fermentation projects. Handle with care to maintain culture purity.\n\n📦 SHIPPED WITH CARE FROM ITALY\n\nEach slant is carefully packaged to ensure it arrives in perfect condition. Dispatched promptly from our Italian facility with tracking.\n\n🌟 ELEVATE YOUR FERMENTATION CRAFT\n\nWhite Koji is your gateway to authentic Japanese flavours and culinary innovation. Add this essential culture to your collection today and unlock a world of umami-rich possibilities.","brand":"Fungaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58159967371589,"sku":"FUNGAIA-KOJI-WHITE-KOJI-ASPERGILLUS-ORYZAE-SLANT","price":26.91,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1037\/2707\/1557\/files\/il_fullxfull.8146047101_s56l.jpg?v=1780599614"},{"product_id":"green-proteo-koji-piastra-petri-colonizzata-aspergillus-oryzae-premium","title":"Aspergillus oryzae Green Proteo Koji Fully Colonized Petri Dish – Premium Culture for Protein Fermentation","description":"🍄 PREMIUM GREEN PROTEO KOJI CULTURE\n\nAspergillus oryzae Green Proteo Koji arrives as a fully colonized Petri dish, ready to inoculate protein-rich substrates for gourmet fermentation projects. This specialized koji strain thrives on legumes, nuts, and other high-protein materials, unlocking deep umami flavors and complex aromas in your culinary creations. Perfect for advanced fermentation enthusiasts and professional kitchens exploring the art of miso, shoyu, and innovative protein-based koji experiments.\n\n🧫 WHAT YOU GET\n\n• One fully colonized 90 mm Petri dish of Aspergillus oryzae Green Proteo Koji\n• Vigorous, pure mycelium ready for immediate transfer\n• Shipped carefully packaged to preserve culture vitality\n\n✨ HIGHLIGHTS\n\n• Specialized strain optimized for protein-rich substrates (chickpeas, lentils, nuts, seeds)\n• Fully colonized and ready to inoculate your fermentation projects\n• Produces robust enzymatic activity for deep umami development\n• Ideal for crafting artisan miso, tamari-style products, and experimental koji\n• Pure genetics maintained under strict laboratory conditions\n• Fast colonization speed reduces project turnaround time\n\n🔬 HOW TO USE \u0026 STORAGE\n\nWork in a clean environment to transfer mycelium from the Petri dish to your sterilized protein substrate. This culture excels on cooked legumes, nuts, and seeds. Store the sealed Petri dish in a cool, dark place (4–8°C) until ready to use. For best results, inoculate within 2–3 weeks of receipt. Always handle with sterile technique to maintain culture purity.\n\n📦 SHIPPED WITH CARE FROM ITALY\n\nEvery culture is packaged with protective materials to ensure it arrives in perfect condition. Dispatched promptly from our Italian facility, your Green Proteo Koji begins its journey to your fermentation lab within 1–2 business days.\n\n🌟 READY TO ELEVATE YOUR FERMENTATION CRAFT?\n\nAdd this premium Green Proteo Koji culture to your cart and unlock a world of umami-rich, protein-based fermentation possibilities. 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Perfect for inoculating large batches or propagating your own master cultures, this living plate arrives ready to work.\n\n✨ WHAT YOU GET\n\n• 1 × fully colonized 90 mm Petri dish\n• Aspergillus oryzae (Green Amilo Koji strain)\n• Dense, healthy mycelium across the entire agar surface\n• Sealed and ready to use or transfer\n\n🌟 HIGHLIGHTS\n\n• Vigorous amylase-rich strain — ideal for breaking down starches in rice, barley, and legumes\n• Fully colonized plate — no waiting, inoculate or transfer immediately\n• High genetic purity — isolated from a proven fermentation lineage\n• Scalable — propagate onto grain or use directly for large-scale koji production\n• Gourmet \u0026 functional fermentation — miso, amazake, shoyu, sake brewing, and more\n• Super Premium vitality — carefully incubated and quality-checked before dispatch\n\n🔬 HOW TO USE \u0026 STORAGE\n\nWork in a clean environment or laminar flow hood. Use a sterile scalpel or inoculation loop to transfer a wedge of colonized agar onto fresh agar plates, sterilized grain, or cooked rice substrate. For koji rice production, inoculate cooled steamed rice and incubate at 28–32 °C with humidity control. Store the sealed Petri dish in the refrigerator (2–8 °C) and use within 4–6 weeks for best vitality. Always handle aseptically to maintain culture purity.\n\n📦 SHIPPING \u0026 TRUST\n\nCarefully packaged to protect the living culture during transit. Dispatched from Italy with tracked shipping. Each plate is prepared with attention to sterility and genetic integrity — trusted by home fermenters and small-scale producers across Europe.\n\n🛒 READY TO FERMENT?\n\nAdd this Green Amilo Koji Petri dish to your cart and start your next batch of artisan miso, sake, or koji rice today. Questions? 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This premium-grade mycelial plate arrives vigorous and ready to transfer, giving you a head start on your next koji fermentation or grain substrate inoculation.\n\n🔬 WHAT YOU GET\n\n• 1 × fully colonized 90 mm Petri dish\n• Species: Aspergillus oryzae (White Koji strain)\n• Dense, healthy mycelium across the entire agar surface\n• Sealed in sterile laboratory-grade plastic dish\n• Dispatched fresh from our Italian cultivation lab\n\n✨ HIGHLIGHTS\n\n• Vigorous White Koji genetics selected for fast colonization and enzyme production\n• Ideal for inoculating steamed rice, barley, or other grains for traditional fermentation\n• Perfect starter culture for miso paste, rice koji, sake brewing, and shoyu projects\n• High-density mycelial mat enables multiple transfers or direct grain inoculation\n• Laboratory-verified purity – no contaminants, just pure Aspergillus oryzae\n• Premium positioning: professional-grade culture for serious fermenters and culinary enthusiasts\n\n🧪 HOW TO USE \u0026 STORAGE\n\nStore the sealed Petri dish in a cool, dark place (4–8 °C ideal) until ready to use. For best results, inoculate within 2–4 weeks of receipt. Work in a clean environment or laminar flow hood. Use a sterile scalpel or inoculation loop to transfer agar wedges onto freshly steamed and cooled grain substrate (rice, barley, wheat). Incubate at 28–32 °C with adequate airflow. Within 36–48 hours, you\u0026#39;ll see the characteristic white mycelium spreading across your grains, ready to transform them into enzyme-rich koji for your fermentation projects.\n\n📦 SHIPPING \u0026 TRUST\n\nEvery Petri dish is carefully wrapped and shipped in protective packaging to ensure it arrives in perfect condition. Dispatched promptly from Italy with tracking. We stand behind the vitality and purity of every culture we send.\n\n🛒 READY TO START YOUR KOJI JOURNEY?\n\nAdd this premium White Koji Petri dish to your cart and bring the art of traditional Japanese fermentation into your kitchen or lab. 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Perfect for inoculating large batches or propagating your own master cultures, this living plate arrives ready to work.\n\n✨ WHAT YOU GET\n\n• 1 × fully colonized Slant Tube\n• Aspergillus oryzae (Green Amilo Koji strain)\n• Dense, healthy mycelium across the entire agar surface\n• Sealed and ready to use or transfer\n\n🌟 HIGHLIGHTS\n\n• Vigorous amylase-rich strain — ideal for breaking down starches in rice, barley, and legumes\n• Fully colonized plate — no waiting, inoculate or transfer immediately\n• High genetic purity — isolated from a proven fermentation lineage\n• Scalable — propagate onto grain or use directly for large-scale koji production\n• Gourmet \u0026 functional fermentation — miso, amazake, shoyu, sake brewing, and more\n• Super Premium vitality — carefully incubated and quality-checked before dispatch\n\n🔬 HOW TO USE \u0026 STORAGE\n\nWork in a clean environment or laminar flow hood. Use a sterile scalpel or inoculation loop to transfer a wedge of colonized agar onto fresh agar plates, sterilized grain, or cooked rice substrate. For koji rice production, inoculate cooled steamed rice and incubate at 28–32 °C with humidity control. Store the sealed Petri dish in the refrigerator (2–8 °C) and use within 4–6 weeks for best vitality. Always handle aseptically to maintain culture purity.\n\n📦 SHIPPING \u0026 TRUST\n\nCarefully packaged to protect the living culture during transit. Dispatched from Italy with tracked shipping. Each plate is prepared with attention to sterility and genetic integrity — trusted by home fermenters and small-scale producers across Europe.\n\n🛒 READY TO FERMENT?\n\nAdd this Green Amilo Koji Petri dish to your cart and start your next batch of artisan miso, sake, or koji rice today. Questions? 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