Kirin (iMUSE / Kyowa Hakko Bio)
Immune care via plasma lactococcus — Kirin's fermentation and amino-acid science.
Kirin's health-science business behind iMUSE plasma lactococcus and amino acids like ornithine.
Brand facts
- Founded
- 2010
- Headquarters
- Tokyo, Japan
- Parent / operator
- Kirin Holdings (Kyowa Hakko Bio / Kirin Health Science)
- Origin
- Japan
About Kirin (iMUSE / Kyowa Hakko Bio)
The health-science arm of the Kirin group. It markets the proprietary 'plasma lactococcus' (iMUSE), which targets the immune command center (pDCs), plus fermentation-derived amino acids (ornithine, citrulline), backed by fermentation and bio-technology.
What sets Kirin (iMUSE / Kyowa Hakko Bio) apart
Its core is a proprietary strain targeting the immune command center (plasma lactococcus), fermentation amino-acid research and big-group scale.
Ingredient sourcing
Uses its research-derived plasma lactococcus and fermentation-produced amino acids.
Manufacturing & quality
Produced under a major food/bio company's quality systems.
Certifications & testing
- Foods with Function Claims (select products)
- Domestic quality systems
Signature products
- iMUSE (plasma lactococcus)
- Ornithine
- Citrulline
Focus categories
- Immune (plasma lactococcus)
- Amino acids
- Foods with Function Claims
Price positioning
Mid-range — value in proprietary ingredients and research.
Where to buy in Japan
Available via its online store, drugstores, convenience stores (drinks), Amazon.co.jp and Rakuten Ichiba.
Best for
People who want immune care or ornithine from research-backed, major-maker ingredients.
Things to keep in mind
Use Function-Claim products within their stated scope; watch sugar in drinks.
Prices are sample data. Check the retailer's site for the current price.