2024 marks the momentous 100th anniversary since the birth of “Nissin Salad Oil” in 1924. In Japan, Nissin Oillio Group pioneered the manufacturing and sales of highly refined soybean oil, a departure from the commonly used vegetable oils such as rapeseed...
Corn Snack Production Surges to Fill the Void as Potato Snack Output Declines. According to the All Japan Confectionery Association, the production volume of snack confectionery (potato-based, corn-based, wheat-based, and rice-based) in 2022 was 282,883 tons, showing...
Wasabi sesame innovation from Japan Source: Shinsei Co.,Ltd. website Wasabi meets Sesame. This innovative fusion of two traditional ingredients will elevate everyday meals, providing a flavorful and luxurious meal experience Established on February 15, 1961, Shinsei...
Unveiling Japan’s Confectionery Scene: Is ‘Stealth Price Hiking’ Becoming the Norm? Kanro’s Bold Move: Price Hikes for Candies and Gummies Set to Roll Out from February 25, 2024 On the 25th Dec, Kanro announced upcoming price increases for...
Is that popular item also facing a stealth price hike? Source: Nikkei MJ 20th Dec 2023. Fujiya has announced a price increase for some confectionery products starting April 1, 2024. The price hike ranges from approximately 5% to 12%, attributed to the rising costs of...
Oatmeal cereal experienced a surge in popularity in Japan during the COVID-19 pandemic due to increased health awareness. However, its growth has slowed down post-pandemic, and Japanese brands are now striving to sustain this trend by introducing new textures and...
