Marumiya's New Cup Soup Product, "Tom Kha", Released

Marumiya Food, a Japanese soup and seasoning company, launched a new product, "Tom Kha Cup Soup," on May 27th. This newly released "Tom Kha Cup Soup" allows consumers to easily enjoy Tom Kha, one of Thailand's representative soups, in a convenient cup noodle format.

Tom Kha, derived from the Thai words 'tom' (to boil), 'kha' (galangal), and 'gai' (chicken), is a Thai soup made with a creamy coconut milk broth, galangal, and chicken. It is considered one of Thailand's representative soup dishes, alongside Tom Yum Goong. While Tom Yum Goong is characterized by its sour, sweet, and spicy flavors, Tom Kha distinguishes itself by reducing the spiciness and emphasizing the rich, savory aroma of coconut milk. This makes it a suitable dish for those who are not accustomed to spicy food.

Marumiya's newly introduced "Tom Kha Cup Soup" is crafted using authentic Thai cooking methods. It boasts a rich flavor and aroma achieved through a combination of coconut milk base, chicken, and various spices. The product is designed for instant consumption, simply by adding hot water without the need for heating, making it a convenient cup noodle format. It is available for purchase at convenience stores and other retail outlets, with a price of 214 yen per cup (approximately 2,300 Korean won).

Amidst the growing interest in diverse ethnic foods in Japan, Marumiya's "Tom Kha Cup Soup" is expected to contribute to the increased popularity of Tom Kha within the country. Furthermore, the product's launch coincides with "Ethnic Food Day" on May 29th. It is anticipated that this convenient cup soup format will allow people to easily enjoy Tom Kha, a beloved dish not only in Thailand but also across Asia.