This move follows the establishment of a stable supply network through the Wuxi and Tianjin plants, managed by its subsidiaries, Wuxi Yakult Co., Ltd., and Tianjin Yakult Co., Ltd. Japan-based Yakult Group has announced plans to enhance efficiency in its manufacturing and sales operations by closing the Shanghai Plant of[Read More…]
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Starbucks launches Green Planet biodegradable, plant-based straws in Japan
The new straw is made from Green Planet, a plant-based biodegradable biopolymer Starbucks has introduced new biodegradable, plant-based straws to stores in Japan, another important action in support of the company’s environmental promise to be resource-positive and commitment to reduce waste by half by 2030. The new straw is made[Read More…]
Japan’s sake brewing adds to UNESCO Cultural Heritage list
This marks Japan’s 23rd entry on the Intangible Cultural Heritage list and the first since 2022 An intergovernmental committee of UNESCO has decided to register traditional Japanese sake brewing as an Intangible Cultural Heritage, according to Japan’s Cultural Affairs Agency on Thursday. This marks Japan’s 23rd entry on the Intangible[Read More…]
Singapore’s Bacha Coffee expands in Japan
This expansion aims to attract customers from around the globe Bacha Coffee, a premium coffee retailer based in Singapore, plans to enter the Japanese market next year, capitalising on the country’s growing tourism sector. This expansion aims to attract customers from around the globe. According to Nikkei Asia, the brand[Read More…]
Mondelēz International appoints Toby Smith as president for Australia, New Zealand and Japan
Toby will now oversee 2,300 employees, eight manufacturing plants and a business that sources from over 700 local Australian suppliers Mondelēz International, custodians of iconic and well-loved brands including Cadbury Dairy Milk, Oreo and The Natural Confectionery Company, announced the appointment of Toby Smith as President of Japan, Australia and[Read More…]
AJINOMOTO launches HANE GYOZA PORK in Singapore
The launch of “HANE GYOZA PORK” marks a significant milestone, offering Singaporeans a taste of Japan’s culinary heritage right at their fingertips AJINOMOTO SINGAPORE. announced the launch of the frozen food “HANE GYOZA PORK”, the first made-in-Japan pork gyoza available in Singapore. Featuring a recipe formulated in Japan and crafted[Read More…]
dsm-firmenich launches innovative multivitamin solution in Japan
This advanced protection ensures that vitamins retain their potency without compromising taste or texture dsm-firmenich, innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, together with Rohto Pharmaceuticals announced the market launch in Japan of Vision R made with the dsm-firmenich patented Sprinkle It Technology (SIT™), multi-layered micronutrient granules designed to address nutritional insufficiencies amongst seniors in support[Read More…]
Dusit Foods partners with Japanese food industry giant Green House
Green House, in collaboration with Sumitomo Corporation, will establish a new Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) to acquire a 20 per cent stake in Epicure Catering Dusit Foods, a subsidiary of Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Green House[Read More…]
Maypro Group receives investment from Japan’s Itochu Corporation
As part of their strategic partnership, ITOCHU acquired a 25 per cent stake in Maypro Maypro Group has announced its partnership with Japan-based ITOCHU Corporation, one of Japan’s 5 largest companies by revenue with annual sales of over $95 billion, offices in over 60 countries, and more than 200 operating companies worldwide. As part of their strategic[Read More…]
Ne’ma and JICE collaborate on food loss and waste reduction
This collaboration supports ne’ma’s goal of cutting food loss and waste by 50 per cent by 2030 The National Food Loss and Waste Initiative (ne’ma) and the Japan International Cooperation Center (JICE) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen their collaboration on reducing food loss and waste. The[Read More…]
