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. Japan’s Kawasaki Heavy Industries, a company known for its engineering prowess in shipbuilding,[Read More…]
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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-performing participants from the[Read More…]
Norwegian Salmon Sushi marks 40 years of Global culinary influence
The Norwegian Seafood Council (NSC) estimates that today, nearly 30 per cent of all Norwegian salmon is consumed as raw sushi As International Sushi Day approaches on June 18, Norway is celebrating a milestone in global gastronomy: the 40th anniversary of introducing salmon sushi to Japan. What began as a[Read More…]
Wada FoodTech raises $5Mn to scale up hot-chain decentralised foodservice platform
The investment will fuel the expansion of its decentralised foodservice platform in Japan and other premium markets Wada FoodTech, a pioneering hot-chain decentralised foodservice platform, has secured $5 million in a Pre-A3 funding round, co-led by MindWorks ETEC Fund and Golden Resources Development International Limited (HKG:0677). This brings Wada FoodTech’s[Read More…]
Japan’s Kewpie starts production of condiments at second US production base
The new plant aims to meet growing demand for Kewpie’s signature mayonnaise and dressings across the Americas Japan-based food giant Kewpie Corporation has officially commenced operations at its new state-of-the-art condiment manufacturing plant in Tennessee. The facility marks a significant expansion for Q&B Foods, Inc., Kewpie’s U.S. subsidiary headquartered in[Read More…]
From Japan to Singapore: Story behind STEAK SUDAKU’s fast-casual wagyu revolution
Takaoki Nishino, CEO of STEAK SUDAKU Singapore’s dynamic and diverse food scene has welcomed an exciting new addition — STEAK SUDAKU, a fast-casual concept redefining wagyu dining by offering premium Omi beef at affordable prices. Founded in Japan, STEAK SUDAKU aims to transform the perception of wagyu from a rare[Read More…]
SUGIDAMA debuts Suntory Premium Malts draft beer across Hong Kong
The set aims to highlight the harmony between expertly brewed beer and refined izakaya cuisine, reinforcing SUGIDAMA’s commitment to quality and authenticity Japanese sushi izakaya chain SUGIDAMA announced the debut of Suntory The Premium Malts draft beer at all seven Hong Kong locations. As one of the few venues in[Read More…]
Kawasaki develops sustainable aquaculture system aimed at strengthening food security
These advantages should enable fish farmers to provide safe and secure marine food to consumers Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. announced that it is developing a sustainable aquaculture system that contributes to improving food security in Japan. Capitalising on Kawasaki’s technologies for filtering, sterilising, and other water treatments used for industrial[Read More…]
Australian traders ‘ visit strengthens trusted trading partnership
Japan is Australia’s ninth largest market for wine by value, importing 11.3 million litres for a total value of $45 million, and the third largest market for Australian agriculture While global trade faces uncertain times, the focus was on reinforcing long-term trusted trading partnerships at the Australian Food and Wine[Read More…]
Suntory establishes Water Scape to support secure water supplies
The company will begin operations this month Suntory Holdings today announced the establishment of a new company, Water Scape Ltd., to support businesses and local communities in securing water supplies by providing scientific expertise on water. The company will begin operations this month. Suntory Group has conducted extensive domestic and[Read More…]
