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MUJI Is Serving Comfort—In Curry Form (Win!)

January 29, 2026

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The Japanese Lifestyle Brand’s Coziest (and Tastiest) New Drop

If you know MUJI, you probably think of perfectly weighted pens, minimalist home goods, and those quietly excellent basics you somehow end up buying multiples of. But this winter, MUJI is coming for your dinner plans—with the arrival of its new Japanese Curry collection in Canada.

Designed to be ready-to-eat, pantry-friendly, and deeply comforting, MUJI’s curries are all about simplicity done right. No fuss, no heat overload—just thoughtfully balanced flavours inspired by regional Indian cuisine, made for easy weeknight meals when cooking feels like… a lot.

Available in four varieties, each curry brings its own cozy personality to the table.

Dal (Pea Curry)

This is the gentle, grounding option—the one you reach for when you want something hearty but soothing. Inspired by North Indian vegetarian cooking, MUJI’s Dal features a smooth, rich texture (thanks to ghee) and warming spices that never overwhelm. Comfort food energy, fully activated.

Rajma Masala (Red Bean & Tomato Curry)

Creamy, aromatic, and lightly sweet, this vegetarian favourite balances tender red beans with tomato-forward warmth and mellow spice. It’s the Goldilocks of curries—not too spicy, not too mild, and ideal if you want flavour without fireworks.

Prawn Masala Curry

Feeling indulgent? This South Indian–inspired curry leans rich and fragrant, combining shrimp with coconut milk and curry leaves for a creamy, deeply satisfying bowl. It’s lush, aromatic, and perfect for nights when you want your dinner to feel a little special—without the effort.

Apple & Vegetable Curry

Don’t let the name fool you—this one isn’t sweet. Instead, it’s mild, balanced, and surprisingly complex, with subtle natural sweetness from apple and pumpkin layered with classic spices like cumin, turmeric, and coriander. A great entry point for spice-sensitive eaters who still want real curry flavour.

Why We’re Into It

MUJI’s approach to food mirrors everything the brand does best: thoughtful sourcing, clean flavours, and unfussy design. These curries are the kind of thing you keep on hand for cold nights, last-minute dinners, or lunches that feel far more intentional than they actually are.

Minimal prep. Maximum comfort. Exactly the kind of food moment we want more of right now. —Noa Nichol

Win! A $125 MUJI Curries Prize Pack!

Congrats Jeff C. of Hamilton, ON, who will receive:

Please note: if you are the winner, you will receive a DM (direct message) in Instagram directly from @vitadailymedia. Please be wary of fake accounts, which often use similar handles with an extra or missing letter, number or symbol. We will never ask for a payment or for your credit card number, and we will never ask you to click through a link. If you are unsure whether you have been contacted, via Instagram, by us or a fake account, email us before responding. Full contest rules/regulations here.

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  1. Shawna Samson

    January 30th, 2026 at 9:21 am

    Beef vindaloo @moody.views13

    Instagram handle: sh_samsonite

  2. escawing

    January 30th, 2026 at 9:26 am

    prawn masala curry 🦐 @al.wong.773

  3. jan

    January 30th, 2026 at 9:31 am

    I’d have to say a jalfrezi
    @jan_leeu

  4. Tanya Boychuk

    January 30th, 2026 at 9:44 am

    Green curry @tanyaboychuk1237

  5. Jacob

    January 30th, 2026 at 9:47 am

    Green Curry @tinhangwan

    IG handle: @wantonmeeeeee

  6. Sally

    January 30th, 2026 at 9:54 am

    Rajma Masala @hellob7
    IG: @eat.play.tdot

  7. Anso

    January 30th, 2026 at 10:42 am

    Pea curry @adachi5356

    Ig : Kbsonvheng

  8. Nancy

    January 30th, 2026 at 11:18 am

    My favourite curry is Penang and I tagged @Sunnydata1

    My instagram is @beachlivin_

  9. Cirsten rode

    January 30th, 2026 at 11:21 am

    Butter chicken curry

  10. Elsa

    January 30th, 2026 at 11:35 am

    Apple & vegetable curry
    @madison_k_m

  11. Elsa

    January 30th, 2026 at 11:36 am

    Apple & vegetable curry
    @madison_k_m

    My handle is @elsa.andreaa

  12. Amy Wang

    January 30th, 2026 at 11:41 am

    Love green curry!!
    @wild_k8

    My instagram handle is lykke_1788

  13. Jeff

    January 30th, 2026 at 12:32 pm

    Love green curry. Tagged a friend. i’m jefftraderc on insta

  14. Marilyn

    January 30th, 2026 at 4:46 pm

    Mild chicken curry

    @marilyn_kaluza

  15. Wendy Hutton

    January 30th, 2026 at 6:04 pm

    Green curry, @wghutton

  16. Kam

    January 30th, 2026 at 6:24 pm

    Prawn Masala curry!!! Yum!
    @jan_leeu

    I’m @kampar77 on Instagram

  17. Paa Maa

    January 30th, 2026 at 6:57 pm

    Prawn masala curry

    @paamaa0078

  18. Alan Puongpienr

    January 30th, 2026 at 7:28 pm

    Dal

    @tungmongold

  19. Sarah Fairhurst

    January 30th, 2026 at 9:38 pm

    Prawn masala @distractedbyabird

    @sarah.c.fairhurst

  20. Jo Dee

    January 30th, 2026 at 10:22 pm

    Chicken curry
    @jodeeviews

  21. Ashley S

    January 31st, 2026 at 12:43 am

    IG: @jessi.michaels.80
    Thai green curry @ahutch780

  22. Beryl

    January 31st, 2026 at 1:10 am

    Dal @curtis.w

    IG: @be4plus

  23. Mary

    January 31st, 2026 at 6:42 am

    @rebeccamytong chicken curry
    IG @mary_yu_

  24. FRANY Glennie

    January 31st, 2026 at 8:35 am

    This is a great gift.

  25. MK

    January 31st, 2026 at 8:39 am

    PRAWN MASALA CURRY @littlebaker1008

    IG: @michkwok

  26. Ash

    January 31st, 2026 at 8:41 am

    DAL Curry @michkwok

    My IG is @littlebaker1008

  27. Mary D.

    January 31st, 2026 at 1:10 pm

    I want to make waffles with strawberries and cream and chimichurri sauce! @mcguiremcclean
    @msdanieli

  28. Mary D.

    January 31st, 2026 at 1:12 pm

    Sorry – wrong contest.

  29. Mary D.

    January 31st, 2026 at 1:13 pm

    Thai green curry! @mcguiremcclean
    @msdanieli

  30. Rachel C.

    January 31st, 2026 at 1:30 pm

    thai red curry!

    @rachelanncartwright on instagram

  31. naomi lindstein

    January 31st, 2026 at 3:29 pm

    @naomilindstein1 @cary_me_cary Thai green curry for the nails.

  32. Wanda B

    February 1st, 2026 at 8:35 am

    Muji’s Prawn Moillee
    @shoelessjoegirl
    My Instagram handle: @wandyjb

  33. Stephen C.

    February 1st, 2026 at 4:25 pm

    Japanese 🍛

    IG: @schung79

  34. l p

    February 1st, 2026 at 4:41 pm

    @belcantor24 Muji’s Rajma Masala Curry thanks
    @asdsafel

  35. Sandra Dufoe

    February 2nd, 2026 at 8:06 am

    Green Curry

    @sandufoe

  36. Ella Reid

    February 3rd, 2026 at 12:47 pm

    Shahi paneer 😍 @umbrellaellaehh

  37. naomi lindstein

    February 4th, 2026 at 6:35 pm

    hot and spicy curry @naomilindstein1

  38. Helen Zhou

    February 4th, 2026 at 10:26 pm

    Prawn Masala Curry sounds delish! @msom.97
    My IG @shopupcycle

  39. Sandra Lebeau

    February 5th, 2026 at 1:30 pm

    Lamb Korma curry @cynthibee and I’m @lebeau5450

  40. Rhonda Struthers

    February 5th, 2026 at 6:11 pm

    I love Butter Chicken, and Korma curry. @haljenner

    Insta: rhondastruthers

  41. Xu Liang Li

    February 5th, 2026 at 8:57 pm

    Muji’s Rajma Masala Curry @chrismiles

  42. Tiesha Dorleans

    February 7th, 2026 at 1:06 am

    Green curry @bella_loulou1 My IG is @SweetTD93

  43. Louise Lormestoir

    February 7th, 2026 at 1:19 am

    Thai green curry. I tagged @SweetTD93 and I’m @bella_loulou1

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