July Birth Cheese
Birth Cheese
Feta
Feta is one of the world's oldest cheeses, continuously made in Greece since the 8th century BCE. Made from sheep or goat milk and preserved in brine through distinctive methods, it possesses refreshing saltiness and pleasant acidity. It was chosen for July, the season of Tanabata and summer festivals, because its pure white color evokes the stars of the Milky Way, its refreshing taste expresses coolness amid heat, and Greek festival culture resonates with summer festival energy. This cheese, nurtured under the strong Mediterranean sun, pairs excellently with olive oil, tomatoes, cucumbers and other summer vegetables, embodying wisdom for surviving hot summers. Its refreshing and lively character adapts easily to any dish, possessing sociability that entertains people, making it a special presence that colors summer outdoor parties and festive occasions.
Features
- Long-term preservation possible through distinctive method of storage in brine
- Uses sheep and goat milk, possessing distinctive Mediterranean flavors and nutritional value
- Granted PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) certification since 2002, produced under Greek quality standards
- Excellent compatibility with olive oil, tomatoes, and cucumbers, indispensable for Mediterranean cuisine
- Exquisite balance of saltiness and acidity stimulates appetite in hot summer and contributes to hydration
Personality
- Bright and cheerful, like the sun that energizes people in any environment
- Refreshing character that dislikes complexity and prefers simple, pure beauty
- Sociable and approachable charm with familiar appeal loved by many
- Loves festivals with talent for creating enjoyable times and power to bring people together
- Balanced sense that values ancient tradition while possessing modern sensibility
Symbolic Meaning
- Purity and innocence represented by pure white color, and brilliance of Milky Way stars
- Vitality and vigor nurtured by Mediterranean sun and sea, and open spirit
- Survival and adaptability in difficult environments symbolized by brine preservation
- Joy of festivals and special moments created when people gather
- Harmony of tradition and innovation where ancient wisdom is applied to modern times
Reason for Selection
- Expresses summer nights of entrusting wishes to stars with pure white color reminiscent of Tanabata's Milky Way
- Expresses seasonal feeling of seeking coolness with refreshing taste perfect for hot summer
- Greek festival culture resonates with the liveliness and energy of Japanese summer festivals
- Strong Mediterranean sunlight symbolizes midsummer sun's power and vitality
- Characteristics perfect for outdoor dining and gatherings express summer's open atmosphere
Protection & Effects
- Grants physical and mental strength to survive hot seasons and provides vitality to prevent summer fatigue
- Grants purifying power to maintain pure heart and nurture innocent, honest sensitivity
- Enhances sociability and provides familiarity and charm to build good relationships with people
- Develops wisdom and flexibility to adapt and survive even in difficult situations
- Fosters heart that understands festival joy and cherishes special moments in life
Trials & Growth
- Acquiring moderation and self-control to adapt to strong saltiness and judge appropriate amounts
- Developing discernment to understand depth in simple flavors and perceive essence over flashiness
- Cultivating responsibility to learn preservation methods and apply traditional wisdom to modern times
- Improving cooperation and creativity through combinations with other ingredients
- Awakening sense of mission to learn ancient food culture and convey its value to modern times