Hell of a Partner

Specialty & Gourmet Food Manufacturers & Suppliers in Japan

Hell of a Partner lists 35 specialty & gourmet food companies based in Japan, including manufacturers, importers, and distributors open to B2B wholesale partnerships.

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Market snapshot in Japan

Among specialty & gourmet food manufacturers in Japan, 43% hold HACCP, 34% hold ISO 22000, Food Safety, 29% hold ISO 9001, Quality Management.

The median founding year is 1928, an established market with long-standing suppliers.

Most common certifications

  • HACCP43% (15)
  • ISO 22000, Food Safety34% (12)
  • ISO 9001, Quality Management29% (10)
  • EAC mark (EAEU conformity)14% (5)
  • FSSC 22000, Food Safety System9% (3)
  • USDA Organic3% (1)

Company size

  • 500+ employees34% (12)
  • 51-200 employees14% (5)
  • 11-50 employees9% (3)
  • 201-500 employees9% (3)

Median founded1928

Fundodai

Kumamoto, Japan

Brand, seeking distributionCPTPP

Artisan clear soy sauce brewed since 1869 in Kumamoto.

Specialty & Gourmet FoodPantry & Dry Goods
EAC

Domain live · Aug 2026

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Marushichi Seicha (Shizuoka Green Tea)

Shizuoka, Japan

Brand, seeking distributionCPTPP

Marushichi Seicha processes and exports premium Japanese green teas from Shizuoka, Japan's larges…

Specialty & Gourmet FoodBeverages
USDA OrganicISO 22000

Domain live · Aug 2026

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Yakult Honsha

Tokyo, Japan

Brand, seeking distributionCPTPP

Packaged food products, ingredients and grocery goods.

Specialty & Gourmet FoodPantry & Dry GoodsBeverages
HACCPFSSC 22000

Domain live · Sep 2026

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Yamamoto Noriten Co., Ltd.

Tokyo, Japan

Brand, seeking distributionCPTPP

The birthplace of seasoned nori, crafted in Nihonbashi since 1849.

Specialty & Gourmet FoodPantry & Dry Goods
ISO 9001HACCP

Domain live · Jul 2026

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Yamamotoyama Co., Ltd.

Tokyo, Japan

Brand, seeking distributionCPTPP

Japan's oldest tea and nori house, supplying Japanese restaurants worldwide since 1690.

Specialty & Gourmet FoodPantry & Dry Goods
ISO 9001HACCP

Domain live · Jul 2026

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Yamasa Corporation

Choshi, Japan

Brand, seeking distributionCPTPP

Four centuries of artisanal shoyu, brewed the Japanese way.

Specialty & Gourmet FoodPantry & Dry Goods
ISO 9001HACCP

Domain live · Jul 2026

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ANBER Inc.

Tokyo, Japan

Brand, seeking distributionCPTPP

Japanese specialty food and ingredient products

Specialty & Gourmet FoodPantry & Dry Goods
HACCPISO 22000

Domain live · Jul 2026

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Asamurasaki Co.,Ltd.

Yame, Japan

Brand, seeking distributionCPTPP

Japanese soy sauce and traditional condiment producer

Specialty & Gourmet FoodPantry & Dry Goods
HACCPISO 22000

Domain live · Aug 2026

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Ichimasa Kamaboko

Niigata, Japan

Brand, seeking distributionCPTPP

Niigata's artisan fish cake and processed seafood producer.

Specialty & Gourmet FoodPantry & Dry Goods

Domain live · Aug 2026

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Marusan Ai

Okazaki, Japan

Brand, seeking distributionCPTPP

Pioneer of organic soy milk and plant-based foods in Japan.

Specialty & Gourmet FoodPantry & Dry GoodsSupplements & Wellness

Domain live · Aug 2026

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Nakato

Tokyo, Japan

Distributor, seeking brandsCPTPP

Imported specialty foods for retail and hospitality buyers

Specialty & Gourmet FoodPantry & Dry GoodsBeverages

Domain live · Aug 2026

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And Roaster

Japan

Distributor, seeking brandsCPTPP

Sporting Goods & Outdoor, Japan

Specialty & Gourmet Food

Domain live · Aug 2026

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Cacao Store

Japan

Distributor, seeking brandsCPTPP

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Specialty & Gourmet Food

Domain live · Aug 2026

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Sansou Murata

Japan

Distributor, seeking brandsCPTPP

Nostalgia and innovation. A detached inn with 12 rooms located in the quiet Torigoe area of ​​Yufuin Onsen. Hot springs fed directly from the source, meals served in your room. On-site museum artegio, Tan

Specialty & Gourmet Food

Domain live · Aug 2026

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Trerre

Japan

Distributor, seeking brandsCPTPP

Sporting Goods & Outdoor, Japan

Specialty & Gourmet Food

Domain live · Aug 2026

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Marukome

Nagano, Japan

Brand, seeking distributionCPTPP

Japan's largest miso producer, fermented soybean paste for global tables.

Specialty & Gourmet FoodPantry & Dry GoodsOrganic Food
EAC
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Ezaki Glico Co. Ltd.

Osaka, Japan

Brand, seeking distributionCPTPP

Ezaki Glico manufactures iconic Japanese confectionery including Pocky, Pretz, and Pejoy stick sn…

Confectionery & SnacksSpecialty & Gourmet FoodBeverages
ISO 9001ISO 22000+3

Domain live · Jul 2026

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Ito En Ltd.

Tokyo, Japan

Brand, seeking distributionCPTPP

World's largest green tea producer and bottler; produces Teas' Tea, TULLY'S Coffee, and OI OCHA f…

BeveragesSpecialty & Gourmet Food
ISO 9001ISO 22000

Domain live · Aug 2026

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ITO EN, Ltd.

Tokyo, Japan

Brand, seeking distributionCPTPP

Japan's number-one green tea brand, grown for the world.

BeveragesSpecialty & Gourmet Food
ISO 9001ISO 22000+1

Domain live · Jul 2026

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Kewpie Corporation

Tokyo, Japan

Brand, seeking distributionCPTPP

Japan's iconic umami mayonnaise, the pantry staple that went global.

Pantry & Dry GoodsSpecialty & Gourmet Food
ISO 9001ISO 22000+1

Domain live · Aug 2026

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Kikkoman

Noda, Japan

Brand, seeking distributionCPTPP

Soy sauce, seasonings, sauces and food products.

Pantry & Dry GoodsSpecialty & Gourmet Food
HACCPISO 22000+1

Domain live · Aug 2026

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Mizkan

Handa, Japan

Brand, seeking distributionCPTPP

Vinegar, sauces, condiments and prepared food products.

Pantry & Dry GoodsSpecialty & Gourmet Food
HACCPISO 22000

Domain live · Jul 2026

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Morinaga & Co., Ltd.

Tokyo, Japan

Brand, seeking distributionCPTPP

The makers of HI-CHEW, Japan's most loved chewy candy, gone global.

Confectionery & SnacksSpecialty & Gourmet Food
ISO 9001ISO 22000+2

Domain live · Jul 2026

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Nissin Foods

Osaka, Japan

Brand, seeking distributionCPTPP

Instant noodles, cup noodles and convenience foods.

Pantry & Dry GoodsSpecialty & Gourmet Food
HACCPISO 22000

Domain live · Jul 2026

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Ishida Co., Ltd.

Kyoto, Japan

Brand, seeking distributionCPTPP

Multihead weighers, checkweighers and inspection systems manufacturer.

Packaging & Printing SuppliesSpecialty & Gourmet Food

Domain live · Aug 2026

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Cordon Vert

Sendai, Japan

Distributor, seeking brandsCPTPP

Imported beverages and foods for Japanese wholesale customers

Wine, Beer & SpiritsBeveragesSpecialty & Gourmet Food

Domain live · Aug 2026

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Kawachiya Foods

Tokyo, Japan

Distributor, seeking brandsCPTPP

Imported meat and foods for professional Japanese customers

Meat & PoultryFrozen & Chilled FoodSpecialty & Gourmet Food

Domain live · Aug 2026

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Kobe Spice

Kobe, Japan

Distributor, seeking brandsCPTPP

Spices and international foods for retail and foodservice

Pantry & Dry GoodsSpecialty & Gourmet FoodFood Ingredients & Raw Materials

Domain live · Aug 2026

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Overseas

Tokyo, Japan

Distributor, seeking brandsCPTPP

Imported foods and beverages for Japanese retail customers

Wine, Beer & SpiritsSpecialty & Gourmet FoodBeverages

Domain live · Aug 2026

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Sartaj

Saitama, Japan

Distributor, seeking brandsCPTPP

Indian groceries and household products for Japanese buyers

Pantry & Dry GoodsSpecialty & Gourmet FoodPersonal Care

Domain live · Aug 2026

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Food Adelaide

Japan

Distributor, seeking brandsCPTPP

Food South Australia

Wine, Beer & SpiritsBeveragesSpecialty & Gourmet Food

Domain live · Aug 2026

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Calbee Inc.

Tokyo, Japan

Brand, seeking distributionCPTPP

Calbee is Japan's leading snack manufacturer, producing potato chips (Jagarico), prawn crackers (…

Confectionery & SnacksSpecialty & Gourmet Food
ISO 9001ISO 22000+2
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Alishan

Hidaka, Japan

Distributor, seeking brandsCPTPP

Organic foods and ingredients for Japanese trade customers

Organic FoodPantry & Dry GoodsSpecialty & Gourmet Food
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Maya Bazaar

Tokyo, Japan

Distributor, seeking brandsCPTPP

South Asian foods for Japanese retail and restaurant buyers

Pantry & Dry GoodsSpecialty & Gourmet FoodFood Ingredients & Raw Materials
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Mishima Foods Japan

Hiroshima, Japan

Distributor, seeking brandsCPTPP

Importing international agricultural products and distributing culinary seasonings nationwide

Pantry & Dry GoodsSpecialty & Gourmet Food
ISO 9001HACCP
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Frequently asked questions

How many specialty & gourmet food manufacturers are there in Japan?

Hell of a Partner lists 35 specialty & gourmet food companies based in Japan. Among specialty & gourmet food manufacturers in Japan, 43% hold HACCP, 34% hold ISO 22000, Food Safety, 29% hold ISO 9001, Quality Management.

Are there specialty & gourmet food manufacturers and distributors in Japan?

Yes. Hell of a Partner lists 35 specialty & gourmet food companies based in Japan, including manufacturers, importers, wholesalers and distributors open to B2B wholesale partnerships.

How do I find a specialty & gourmet food distribution partner in Japan?

Browse the specialty & gourmet food companies in Japan below, filter by company type, sales channel, or certification, then send an introduction request directly through Hell of a Partner.

What certifications do specialty & gourmet food manufacturers in Japan hold?

Among specialty & gourmet food manufacturers in Japan, 43% hold HACCP, 34% hold ISO 22000, Food Safety, 29% hold ISO 9001, Quality Management.