# Miso Soup Balls These "Miso Drops" Prepare Individual Portions of Soup By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2022-01-07 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miso-drops References: [japantimes.co.jp](https://www.japantimes.co.jp/life/2021/12/29/food/can-miso-drops-save-japans-small-scale-miso-breweries/)  In response to the disappearing number of small-scale miso breweries in Japan, entrepreneur Motomi Takahashi is creating miso drops that can be used to make [individual soup servings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clearspring-silken-tofu). The miso drops take the form of soybean paste that's prepared in a traditional way and then dressed with savory ingredients like sesame, rice crackers or dried tomato. Although the miso drops are styled and packaged in a way that reminds of chocolate treats, these drops make [quick and easy meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wholesome-lab-co). To prepare a quick, easy and flavorful miso soup in a matter of minutes, people only need to add hot water and stir. Originally, the products were made with soup stock derived from fish but to cater to a wider group of consumers, especially vegetarians, Takahashi now uses [plant-based soup stock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soul-kitchen-plus-range). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Individualized Miso Soup:** Entrepreneur Motomi Takahashi is creating miso drops that can be used to make individual soup servings. - **Sustainable and Diverse Soup Options:** To cater to a wider group of consumers, especially vegetarians, Takahashi now uses plant-based soup stock. - **Convenient and Quick Meal Preparation:** The miso drops make quick and easy meals that only require adding hot water and stirring. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** Entrepreneurs can create individualized, sustainable, and convenient meal options for consumers. - **Packaging:** Entrepreneurs can develop innovative packaging designs to present non-traditional foods in familiar ways. - **Sustainability:** Entrepreneurs can focus on creating sustainable food options for a variety of dietary needs and lifestyles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Freeze-Dried Soup Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freeze-dried-soup.md) - [Pour-Over Soups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yohaku-drip.md) - [Instant Matzo Ball Soups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instant-matzo-ball-soup.md) - [Mochi Soup Base Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/osechi-ryori.md) - [Savory Cough Drops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soup-drops.md) - [Convenient Frozen Soup Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soupologie-souper-cubes.md) - [Compressed Seasoning Medallions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coin-broth.md) - [Drinkable Porridge Soup Refreshments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canned-porridge-soup.md) - [Versatile Miso-Based Cooking Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miso-tasty.md)