Rice inoculated with Koji spore (Aspergillus oryzae). / Koji is actually cooked rice that has been inoculated with Aspergillus oryzae. This koji produces a greater amount of amylase (an enzyme that breaks down starches). It is ideal for making amazake. / This koji produces a higher quantity of amylase (an enzyme that breaks down starch), ideal for making Amazake.

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