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Don Quijote collaborates with Korean cosmetics brand “AMUSE” for the first time, offering pop outdoor goods nationwide
Don Quijote (Tokyo) has begun selling 34 items, including outdoor goods with cosmetic-like colors, from its new brand "KiRAKiRA AMUSE," which was jointly developed with Korea's leading vegan and wellness beauty brand "AMUSE," at 134 Don Quijote-affiliated stores nationwide from June 28th. In...
PPIH launches four improved products from “Magic Voice” that reflect customer feedback
Pan Pacific International Holdings (Tokyo) introduced a new function called "Majivoice" to the official app for its original electronic money "majica" in November last year, and simultaneously launched the official website of the "Majivoice Realization Committee" to explain how the new function is...
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Life news | “BIO-RAL Kagoshima Prefecture [non-medicated] quality eel” on sale.
Life Corporation Ltd. (Tokyo Head Office: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo; Osaka Head Office: Yodogawa-ku, Osaka; President: Iwasaki Koji) will be selling its original brand "BIO-RAL Kagoshima Prefecture [Medicinal-free] The finest eel" ahead of Doyo no Ushi Day on Wednesday, July 24th. Products (examples)...
FamilyMart rolls out five plant-based products nationwide
On July 16th, FamilyMart (Tokyo) will begin selling new products made with plant-based ingredients from the "Blue Green Project" at approximately 16,300 FamilyMart stores nationwide as part of its ongoing initiative "Making you happy," one of the five keywords the company is focusing on. The...
Results of the first JCSI (Japanese Customer Satisfaction Index) survey in 2024.
The Service Industry Productivity Council has announced the results of the first 2024 "Japanese Customer Satisfaction Index (JCSI)" survey, covering ten industries: department stores, supermarkets, convenience stores, drugstores, dining, cafes, mobile phones, parcel delivery, securities, and MVNOs...
Seven-Eleven’s Freshly Fried Curry Bread Sets Guinness World Record for Sales: A Milestone in Freshly Made Delights
In a significant achievement, 7-Eleven's "Freshly Fried Curry Bread," sold at their in-store counters, set a new Guinness World Record as the "Best-Selling Freshly Fried Curry Bread Brand." This record was certified on July 16, 2024, with a cumulative sales of 76,987,667 pieces from January to...
New genre of fermented x plant base milk: Anuga taste Innovation Show 2024 Winners: Marukome company Rice Koji milk
Marukome's plant-based milk "Plus Koji Rice Koji Milk" has been selected as one of the "Anuga tasteInnovation Show 2024 Winners" at the THAIFEX exhibition held in Bangkok, Thailand, from May 28 to June 1, 2024. THAIFEX is the largest food and beverage industry exhibition in the Asia-Pacific...
Paris style rice ball in TOBU STORE supermarket from July 27th
TOBU STORE supermarket will start selling "Paris-style rice balls" (manufactured by Mitsuhashi Co., Ltd.), a fusion of traditional Japanese rice balls and French food culture, at all Tobu Stores from July 19 (Fri.). The "Paris-style rice ball," which was picked up by Cookpad last year in its...
Bread Manufacturers Actively Propose “Cold Bread” to maintain shelf space.
In Japan, high temperatures and humidity during the summer significantly affect food sales, particularly bread, which tends to see a decline in consumption due to the heat. According to data from the Japan Bread Association for 2022 and 2023, August is the month with the lowest bread production of...
Nichirei Foods Launches New Brand “ON” Health Value for Frozen category.
NICHIREI FOODS INC. is a leading Japanese company specializing in frozen foods, providing a wide range of products from ready-to-eat meals to ingredients for home cooking. NICHIREI FOODS INC. (President: Masahiko Takenaga, hereinafter referred to as "Nichirei Foods") has formulated the brand...
Nissin Foods ”Frozen Perfect Meshi DELI” now offers a new generation of “Onigiri” (rice balls), a breakfast in a minute and a half of microwaving.
The dawn of a new era in food is here with the launch of innovative "Onigiri" by Nissin Foods, part of the "Frozen Perfect Meal DELI" series. Starting at 11 a.m. on the 18th, six new onigiri products will be available on the company's group online store. The main target audience is working women...
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Life news | “BIO-RAL Kagoshima Prefecture [non-medicated] quality eel” on sale.
Life Corporation, which delivers "delicious," "exciting," and "happy," will be selling "BIO-RAL Kagoshima Prefecture [Medicated-free] Eel Made with the Best of the Best" for Doyo no Ushi no Hi on Wednesday, July 24th. We developed "BIO-RAL Kagoshima Prefecture [Medicated-free] Eel Made with the...
Delicious plant-based.Five new products from the “Blue Green Project”!~Donuts and cheesecakes with a summery lemon flavor~
■Delicious plant-based food. The third installment of the "Blue Green Project" offers new food options The Blue Green Project was launched under the supervision of Hiromichi Ochiai with the idea of "Let's do things that are good for the Earth and are useful, even if it's just a little at a...
Convenience for Home and On-the-Go: The Rising Demand for 1L PET Bottled Beverages
The market for 1L-sized PET bottled beverages (900ml-1L) is expanding to meet both at-home and on-the-go needs. Increased exposure to hot environments due to global warming has led to a rise in the need for cost-effective hydration. This year, "Suntory Natural Water" by Suntory Beverage & Food...
Ajinomoto Frozen Foods Launches New “Obento PON™” Series for Effortless Bento Preparation.
Ajinomoto Frozen Foods Co., Ltd. is set to launch its innovative "Obento PON™" series on August 11, 2024. This new line of products is designed to fit easily into freezer spaces, be conveniently placed directly into bento boxes, and be disposed of with minimal hassle. Rising Demand...
The Ready-to-Eat Bread Market Booms in Japan: Meeting Diverse Budget Needs.
The ready-to-eat (RTE) bread market in Japan is experiencing significant growth, driven by the ability to cater to diverse budget needs. According to in-store sales data (KSP-POS), the market's sales value from January to December 2023 increased by 4.3% year-on-year, with sales volume rising by...
Calbee Unveils New “Ultra Thin Potato Chips,” Available from July 1.
On June 28, Calbee held a sensory strategy briefing in Tokyo where they announced their new product, "Ultra Thin Potato Chips." This new item will be available nationwide at convenience stores from July 1. Evolution of Calbee Potato Chips Since the launch of "Calbee Potato Chips" in 1975, Calbee...
California walnuts are the first to receive a functional food labeling: one handful (28g) of walnuts lowers LDL cholesterol and blood pressure in people with high blood pressure.
The California Walnut Commission (Folsom, California , and Delta International Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, President and CEO: Takashi Toriumi, hereinafter referred to as Delta International) are pleased to announce that the functional food claim application for " California was...