suchang enhances diversity in Japanese food culture with citrus-based ingredients

Chenpi is produced by traditionally drying and ageing mandarin peels, resulting in a deep, rich aroma and flavour profile suchang announced that it is developing Japan-tailored products using chenpi through OEM and ODM partnerships in Japan, as part of its strategy to expand ...

Japan’s Ajinomoto launches Solein-powered pastries in Singapore

The pastry consists of a Brisée cookie bottom, which creates a pleasant, salty taste, and it is topped with an almond tart filled with mochi The Japanese food company Ajinomoto launches Solein- powered pastries in Singapore. The leading Japanese food manufacturer, The Ajinomoto Group, expa...

Japan’s Nissui acquires Chilean salmon producer Pesquera Yadran

The acquisition supports Nissui’s long-term growth strategy, which aims to establish a balanced and stable business portfolio by 2030 Nissui Corporation announced that it has resolved to acquire all outstanding shares of Pesquera Yadran S.A. (PY), a Chile-based salmon aquaculture company, thro...

Japan’s Asahi debuts yeast-based milk alternative using SIG aseptic packaging

The launch marks the first step of the partnership between Asahi Group Japan and SIG Asahi Group Japan has launched LIKE MILK, the country’s first yeast-based beverage with milk-like characteristics. The product is packaged in SIG SmallBloc aseptic cartons and filled using the SIG Small 12 Ase...

QUT signs MOU with Japan Bioindustry Association to advance bioindustries

This includes the QUT Pioneer BioPilot, based in Mackay, which has recently undergone a $18 million upgrade, transforming it into Australia’s leading pilot-scale fermentation facility QUT has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Japan Bioindustry Association (JBA) to strengthen ...

Kirin’s seedling innovation ensures stable beer ingredient supply

This technology was presented at the Scientific-Technical Commission of the International Hop Growers' Convention in June 2025 Kirin Holdings Company, Limited (Kirin) has developed a seedling cultivation technology that enhances heat and drought tolerance in hops through acquired tolerance, help...

CJ Foods’ Chiba plant begins operations

It is the first local production facility built in Japan by a Korean food company CJ Foods is accelerating the globalisation of K-food by expanding its presence in the Japanese market, led by its flagship product, bibigo mandu. The company announced the completion and launch of operations a...

Calbee acquires majority stake in US tofu producer Hodo

Sagamiya Foods, leading tofu manufacturer in Japan, joins venture with a minority stake Hodo, Inc. (Hodo), a leading producer of organic tofu and sustainable plant proteins, announced that Calbee, Inc. (Calbee), a global leader in snacks and food products, has acquired a majority stake in the co...

DKSH strengthens ties with Suntory to drive beverage and wellness growth in Asia

This strategic partnership leverages DKSH’s unparalleled track record, comprehensive service offering DKSH, a leading Market Expansion Services provider in Asia and beyond, continues to cement its position as the trusted partner of choice for multinational consumer brands seeking to thrive in ...

Nescafé Dolce Gusto NEO makes Asian debut in Japan and Korea

The NEO system combines three different brewing methods, a new range of home-compostable, paper-based pods and a smartphone machine connection Nescafé Dolce Gusto is bringing NEO, its next-generation coffee system, to Asia for the first time. Japan and Korea will be the first marke...

San-Ei Gen F.F.I. to launch food-colouring products in USA

Gardenia (genipin) blue can be used in processed food products, such as sports drinks, flavoured water, fruit juice beverages, and tea drinks Japan’s Gardenia (genipin) blue has recently been approved for use as a colour additive exempt from certification by the U.S. Food and Drug Administrati...

From Norway to Japan: 40-year journey that made salmon sushi a global icon

Martin Skaug, Director of Communications at the Norwegian Seafood Council Forty years ago, a bold initiative called Project Japan aimed to explore new opportunities for Norwegian seafood in the Japanese market. What started as a general trade mission evolved into a culinary breakthrough with the...

Ajinomoto and v2food join forces for sustainable food innovation

This investment will combine v2food’s expertise and technologies in plant-based proteins with Ajinomoto Co.’s “Deliciousness Technology” Japan’s Ajinomoto Co. has invested in v2food Pty Ltd, an Australian company that develops and markets next-generation sustainable food products using...

Mitsubishi announces business alliance with Thai Union Group

Through this agreement, MC and TU aim to maximise value across the seafood value chain by leveraging their respective strengths in procurement, processing, and sales Mitsubishi Corporation (MC) announced that it has reached an agreement with Thai Union Group Public Company Limited (TU) to enter ...

L Catterton bets big on Japan’s culinary crown jewel with acquisition of Kisshokichi

In a bold move that underscores the growing global appetite for premium Asian culinary experiences, L Catterton has acquired Kisshokichi, the world’s largest Kobe beef restaurant chain. The deal, announced July 31, represents a strategic alignment of capital and culinary cachet—with the private...

Mitsubishi acquires three salmon farming businesses from Norway

Through this acquisition, Cermaq’s production volume is expected to increase to approximately 280 thousand tonnes in fiscal year 2027 Mitsubishi Corporation announced that it has reached an agreement through its wholly-owned subsidiary Cermaq Group AS (Cermaq), a salmon farming company, to acq...

Harnessing marine engineering for food security: Kawasaki’s aquaculture innovation

Atsushi Sano, Project Manager, Food Security Solution Project, Kawasaki Corporate Technology Division As climate change, overfishing, and rising global populations intensify pressure on traditional food systems, the spotlight is turning to sustainable aquaculture as a future-forward solution. Ja...

Japanese trade professionals explore Australian wine regions

The guests embarked on a tour of Sydney, Hunter Valley, Melbourne and Yarra Valley Wine Australia recently hosted a successful inbound visit by five Japanese on-premise professionals as part of its ongoing efforts to grow the profile of Australian wine in Japan. The guests were the top-perfor...

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