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...
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.
“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.
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.
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,”
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.
Ito-Yokado will begin reviewing its business portfolio in fiscal 2027 and beyond. Its specialty store business and tenant management business will be transferred to Create Link, a subsidiary under York Holdings (HD).
House Foods Corporation launched “Kodomo Curry Powder” on August 11. It is a curry powder made entirely from 100% plant-based ingredients, designed for children aged one and older.
Since the surge in rice prices, prepared food sections have increasingly introduced noodle- and bread- based menu items as alternatives to rice dishes, accelerating efforts to reduce rice usage.
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...
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.
“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.
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.
