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Dialogue on “Soy Meat” — Marukome and Japan Steel Works Discuss Challenges and Proposals for Next-Generation Foods

PBF
As health consciousness grows and interest in plant-based foods (PBF) rises, the Japan Soy Meat Association was established in September 2023 by five founding soy meat manufacturers. Although Japan’s soy meat consumption remains lower than in Europe and the United States, soy meat dishes have gained consistent support among fixed customer groups at supermarkets, restaurant chains, and burger chains,...

7-Eleven Launches Steam-Cooking Robot Noodles Operated by Customers at Expo West Gate Store

Seven-Eleven Japan and SoftBank Robotics began selling noodle dishes prepared by a steam-cooking robot at the “7-Eleven West Gate Store” inside the Osaka–Kansai Expo venue starting September 16.
CVS

Asahi Beer Launches “Nighttime Carbonated Water” — A New Kind of Non-Alcoholic Beverage Targeting the “Non-Drinkers”

“I don’t drink alcohol, but soft drinks feel unsatisfying at night. Yet non-alcoholic beverages don’t quite hit the mark, either.”To meet the needs that conventional non-alcoholic drinks have failed to fulfill, Asahi Beer released a “nighttime-only carbonated water” on September 17 called “Wilkinson Tansan Tag Sober,” a cocktail-inspired sparkling beverage.
Beverage

Daisho to Introduce Asian-Style Dipping Sauces for Shabu-Shabu

Daisho began selling three new shabu-shabu seasonings for grocery sections on September 1 as part of its 2025 autumn and winter lineup. The company is offering two dipping sauces and one soup.
Seasoning

Suntory Tomi no Oka Winery Begins Operations at New Brewing Facility — Crafting Diverse Base Wines that Capture the Character of Each Grape

Since its founding in 1909, Suntory Tomi no Oka Winery (Kai City, Yamanashi Prefecture) has been engaged in grape cultivation and winemaking.
Alcoholic Beverages

Seven-Eleven Conducts Labor-Saving Experiment at Store: Robots to Assist with Restocking and Cleaning

Seven-Eleven Japan began a labor-saving test in September at its “Arakawa Nishiogu 7-chome Store” in Arakawa, Tokyo, utilizing robots and avatars.
CVS

Calbee and Sagamiya Acquire Majority Stake in U.S. Firm Hodo to Accelerate Plant-Based Protein Business in America

Calbee and Sagamiya Foods have recently acquired a majority of the outstanding shares of Hodo, Inc., a U.S. tofu manufacturer based in Oakland, California.
PBF

Asahi Group Foods‘ Toddler Food “Paku Paku Pre-Kids” – Tackles the Post-Weaning “Gap Period”

Asahi Group Foods has launched the toddler food line "Paku Paku Pre-Kids" under Wakodo brand, targeting children aged 1.5 to 2 years. The initiative responds to parents’ concerns after weaning, such as “I don’t know what to feed my child,”
Processed food in cans, jars, and retort pouches

Suntory’s First Yakuzen Brand Beverage – Harnessing the Power of Ingredients to Care for Mind　and Body – Targeting Busy Consumers Seeking True Health

Suntory Beverage & Food International has launched its first-ever brand specializing in Yakuzen (medicinal food), called “Yakuzen Koujitsu.”
Beverage

Sake Exports and Duty-Free Trends in 2025 – Watching U.S. Tariff Impact, Inbound Demand Shifts Toward Premium Products

While overseas demand for sake continues to show steady growth in exports, inbound consumption is showing signs of slowing. According to Trade Statistics of Ministry of Finance, sake export for January–June rose 12% year-on-year.
Alcoholic Beverages

Asahi Beer’s “Peroni” Aims for No.1 in Imported Beer – Cans for Home Use Debut, Promotion Event Held in Shibuya

Asahi Beer has launched cans for home use of its globally developed premium Italian beer “Peroni Nastro Azzurro,” which until now had only been available in bottles and kegs for restaurants.
Alcoholic Beverages
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