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Aspergillus niger

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This is a black Aspergillus oryzae used in the production of shōchū. Translation Note: The term "niger" is used in many cultures outside of the United States with no pejorative connotations. In the case of Aspergillus niger it is used to describe the black color of the micro-organism.

Full: Aspergillus niger
Japanese: A. ニガー, A. nigā
Type: Yeast

Manga Notes:
Produces citric acid in the shadows. (Ch 02) Black yeast. Used in brewing shochu. Also often used in the industry. (Ch 09)

Story Details:
Voiced by: Daisuke Sakaguchi and Noriaki Sugiyama.