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January 29, 2026 | Company News

Japan’s Tabimori launches authentic Omakase sushi course for vegetarians and vegans

Omakase sushi offers an efficient and flexible model for ingredient sourcing and aligns well with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Tabimori, Inc. has introduced a fully vegetarian omakase option prepared…

January 5, 2026 | Company News

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…

December 18, 2025 | Company News

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…

December 17, 2025 | Company News

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…

December 15, 2025 | Beverages

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.…

October 24, 2025 | Australia

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…

September 29, 2025 | Beverages

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…

September 22, 2025 | Company News

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…

September 17, 2025 | Company News

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.…

September 12, 2025 | Beverages

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…

Technology

Barry Callebaut Opens Global Innovation Centre in Singapore

Feb 11, 2026 | Company News

Blueberries Built for Export, Consistency and Premium Programs

Feb 09, 2026 | Food

Australia Approves Commercial Release of GM Purple Tomato

Feb 06, 2026 | Australia

Food Testing

AFNOR International Eyes Global Food Safety Growth with HACCP Group Takeover

Feb 04, 2026 | Australia

Incheon National University researchers uncover hidden toxin risks during nutrient-starved algal blooms

Feb 02, 2026 | Food Safety and Testing

How audit-led approaches are reinforcing trust in retail food safety