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JAPANESE FOOD TRADE DIRECTORY 2010 -11 Japanese Food Trade Directory 2010-11 Published by Cross Media Ltd. First Floor, 5-7 Folgate Street, London E1 6BX U.K. Tel +44 (0)20 7247 9388 Fax +44 (0)20 7247 9387 Email [email protected] Web www.eat-japan.com CONTENTS Copyright © Cross Media Ltd. 2010-2011 New Japanese Trade Opportunities for 2010 -11 6 HYPER JAPAN London 2010 6 Sushi Skills Institute 8 Japanese Food Trade Around the World 10 Japanese Food Glossary 16 Rice & Rice Products 16 Alcoholic Drinks 16 Teas & Soft Drinks 16 Condiments, Seasonings & Sauces 17 Soy & Other Bean Products 18 Sea Vegetables 19 Seafood Products 19 Fruit & Vegetables 19 Vegetable Products 20 Preserved Foods 20 Noodles 20 Instant Foods & Frozen Foods 21 Flour & Starch 21 Snacks & Confectionery 21 Japanese Food Selection 23 Rice & Rice-related Products 25 Alcoholic Drinks 27 Teas & Soft Drinks 34 Soy Products 36 Condiments 43 Publisher Kazuhiro Marumo Processed & Snack Products 46 General Manager Yukiko Takahashi PR & Marketing Yuko Sasaki, Mary Moreton, Kohei Ohno, Akihiro Suzuki, Yuko 'Ali' Harris, Akiko Kato, Nami Kusumoto, Masato Seki Photography Hidemi Kidokoro Satoshi Fukuda Food-relatedProducts 51 Japanese Food at Source 55 World Food Trade Fairs 63 Cover: Photography Junkichi Tatsuki Cuisine Kanehiro Takase and Masaki Anayama (Matsuri St. James’s) trade. HYPER JAPAN London 2010 THE FUTURE IS HYPER: A NEW EVENT FOR A NEW GENERATION Japanese cuisine might be a world favourite, but that’s no excuse for the industry to rest on its laurels. Getting the next generation interested is the next step. media as possible; HYPER JAPAN is a New, novel, now: the very latest in Japanese food for a springboard for a more direct style of trend-conscious generation consumer-business communication. London, U.K.; 1-3 October 2010 Sushi goes pop at Eat-Japan’s latest on-trend event, bringing Japanese food to untapped consumer segments. Identifying and defining trends is the key to success in almost any industry, and is particularly relevant to food and drink businesses. EatJapan has been working to ensure that HYPER JAPAN’s event content captures the imagination of visitors by comprehensively researching consumer interests, trends, and fads. A recent online sur vey revealed some unexpected results about the kind of food that consumers are making at home, and what they want to make more of. Our regular focus groups also allow direct insight into the minds of target consumer groups; exhibitors will be able to make use of this information, particularly crucial to small and medium businesses, and tailor stall content accordingly. The dizzyingly fast pace of trends is directly connected to the way people, par ticularly the younger generation, communicate today: actively, interactively, and internationally. Companies and events need to adapt to this new age of borderless, timeless communication, and our dedicated event website and blog will be a platform through which exhibitors can reach out to online communities and new consumers, through viral marketing and multimedia content. Exhibitors will be encouraged to target new consumers through as many different H Y P E R J A PA N L O N D O N 2 0 1 0 HYPER JAPAN London 2010 Building on ten years of industry success For the past ten years, Eat-Japan has been pioneering Japanese food in the U.K., working with producers, buyers, chefs and government bodies to improve awareness of the rich culinary culture of Japan. And what a decade; Japan is now a global culinary powerhouse, and Japanese restaurants are opening up all over, but to keep them full the Japanese food and restaurant industry must look to the next generation. Japanese food also has a reputation, sometimes deserved but certainly not always, for being both expensive and unusual – one for the true foodies. But there is another side to Japanese food too, more casual, less expensive, and definitely appealing to a younger audience. Showcasing this is exactly what HYPER JAPAN, the first event of its kind internationally, has been designed to achieve. 6 products, packaging and marketing approach, and, of course, make sales. Holding the event in London, a globally trend-setting city, ensures maximum access and exposure. The event is supported by both the Embassy of Japan in the UK and the Japan External Trade Organization; the latter is a government agency dedicated to supporting small and medium sized businesses, particularly those looking to launch activities overseas. JETRO will be present to bring together buyers and suppliers in the dedicated business zone. In the Contemporary platform future, the event will look to feature for young consumers an ‘interactive’ version of the Eat-Japan Taking Japan’s vibrant pop culture Trade Directory, showcasing the very as its inspiration, the event will best of Japanese products currently draw in teenagers, young adults, available on the international market. young professionals and families by Exhibitors and buyers will benefit showcasing today’s Japan. Presenting from the event’s structured B2C2B food alongside other “hyper” content, format, which makes both business including anime, manga, cosplay, films, networking and B2C interface technology, street fashion and gadgets, possible under a single – iconic – roof it will draw in dedicated fans of such in London’s Old Truman Brewery. content, thus introducing entirely new – but already receptive – audiences to Japanese food and drink. The event will also be strongly interactive, reflecting the expectations of a younger audience; the aim is to create a multisensory experience which exposes the visitor to new products, services, ideas and aspirations. For exhibitors, the event will represent an unprecedented oppor tunity to directly interact with untapped consumer groups, immediately gauge reactions to Culture, cooking, comics: all under one roof The current exhibitor lineup includes Japanese restaurants, beer and sake companies, Japanese food stores, Japanese food manufacturers and Japanese kitchen and tableware manufacturers. This is in addition to the diverse cultural elements, which will generate a tributarial inflow of new consumers to food and drink content. Participation in HYPER JAPAN London 2010 is both an acknowledgment of the vital importance of creating new, dedicated fans of Japanese food and drink, prepared to pay good prices H Y P E R J A PA N L O N D O N 2 0 1 0 Eat-Japan presents for good products, and a bold step forward in engaging with consumers in the kind of interactive and multimedia environment that the younger generation today expects. The event will also present multiple oppor tunities for exhibitors to associate their products and services with other cultural content, to re- or co-brand according to the driving trends amongst target consumers. It can only be useful to know the contexts in which the younger generation have found out about Japanese food; what food is in which manga? Which snacks do they know about – and why? What’s the biggest buzz online? Discovering the answer to these questions will help shape marketing strategies geared towards younger or ‘hipper’ consumers. The dynamic format of HYPER JAPAN, incorporating stage shows, dance, music, competitions and workshops as well as more standard features, means that exhibitors have much more than the usual choice about how to connect with visitors, and can develop unique and innovative approaches to gain invaluable direct consumer contact; this interactivity is key to the HYPER JAPAN concept. Photo: JP-Books *Photographs for illustrative purposes only. HYPER JAPAN London 2010 Date: 1-3 October 2010 Location: London, U.K. Venue: The Old Truman Brewery Contact: HYPER JAPAN c/o Cross Media Ltd. Web: www.hyperjapan.co.uk Enquiry for Exhibitors: [email protected] 7 MASTERING PROFESSIONAL SUSHI SKILLS WITH THE WORLD’S BEST A new qualification from Japan’s leading professional sushi body, designed to promote international excellence in sushi knowledge, hygiene and skills to rest on its laurels. Getting the next generation interested is the next step. All Japan Sushi Association (AJSA) Sushi Skills Institute A unique qualification presented by a world authority “The safe preparation of raw fish, potentially one of the most dangerous foods that we consume, is prerequisite for delicious sushi. This requires faultless technique and hygiene awareness”. Tadashi Yamagata is unequivocal in his response when asked what he considers to be the principal aim of the All Japan Sushi Association (AJSA), Japan’s leading body for sushi professionals and the organisation led by him as President. “The impor tance of knowledge, hygiene and standards is what we want to communicate,” he continues, highlighting an area of sushi often forgotten in the ar tistry and showmanship of the cuisine. And communicate is exactly what the All Japan Sushi Association intends to do, with the launch of a 8 brand new qualification, in multiple stages, designed to ensure that sushi chefs overseas can benefit from the hundreds of years of collective knowledge, history and tradition that inform sushi chefs in Japan. Executive Director of the Association Masayoshi Kazato is another veteran ambassador of sushi who has travelled the world giving seminars and demonstrations, and his contact with thousands of chefs and enthusiasts overseas has left him in no doubt that this kind of qualification will answer the needs and demands of the burgeoning international sushi industry. No other organisation is as well positioned as the All Japan Sushi Association to create and oversee this kind of qualification. With more than 10,000 members in Japan, it is uniquely recognised by Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare as a vital professional body. The organisation holds regular regional competitions, designed to encourage sushi chefs to polish their technical skills, as well as celebrate the great dexterity that a sushi chef requires to be outstanding in his field. The winners are then invited to take part in the national finals, the All Japan Technical Skills Sushi Competition, held once every four years. The organisation has an active International Division, dispatching chefs around the world to assist and assess sushi chefs overseas; the Eat-Japan Sushi Awards has benefited from the expertise of veteran sushi chefs, the Sushi Masters, ever since the inaugural event. This international expertise makes the Association uniquely placed to understand and adapt to the needs of an international professional audience. The Association’s diverse activities promoting hygiene and technical standards in sushi make it the subject of widespread media attention. A taste of traditional Japanese sushi chef training In Japan, sushi chefs may spend up to three years working in a sushi restaurant without so much as touching the rice; there is a wealth of tradition and ritual in becoming a sushi chef in Japan, based on hundreds of years of practice. The All Japan Sushi Association’s new qualification will distil this authentic heritage into a structured, graded course that instructs the students on everything from the correct way to prepare rice – which is the true heart of sushi – to the various ways to prepare fish for sushi, comprehensive training in the diverse and all-too-real hygiene risks that present themselves when preparing raw fish, plating, knife skills, and the management and customer service that defines the sushi experience in Japan. The aims of the course are clear ; making accessible the vast body of knowledge on sushi that has, for far too long, been difficult to obtain outside Japan. Improving technical skill and professional capacity internationally can only be a positive for the sushi industry. Higher standards, better preparation, more attractive and diverse dishes are plus points that will boost individual businesses; this leads to overall growth. With the support of peerless veterans, sushi chefs will grow in skill and in confidence, leading to greater achievement in the kitchen, too. The AJSA will be launching a dedicated website later this year, where potential students can get immediate and detailed access to course content and requirements. Interested parties can also get in touch with the AJSA via EatJapan and register to be the first to receive detailed information. Would-be participants are also encouraged to use this opportunity to be proactive in letting the AJSA know what they feel should be included in course content; send an email to [email protected] outlining interest, demands and concerns. The course will cover the numerous techniques there are to prepare and ser ve fish which enhance taste as well as minimizing hygiene risks. Course Outline (Provisional) Sushi Proficiency Certificate (seminar, written exam) Launching February 2011: SUSHI SKILLS INSTITUTE SUSHI SKILLS INSTITUTE London, U.K.; Launching February 2011 Veteran chefs from Japan’s central professional sushi body take charge to ensure that everyone in the world can enjoy safe and delicious sushi. Sushi Skills Institute For professional chefs, food professionals, sushi fans, amateur cooks. One-day seminar, written exam, certificate issued (subject to passing exam). Seminar content: historical overview, types of sushi, basic techniques, knowledge of fish, ingredients and condiments, hygiene, customer service. Certificate remains valid for 3 years. Exam held once a year. Unsuccessful candidates can resit the exam the following year. Higher certificates and professional title Candidates who have successfully completed the Sushi Proficiency Certificate will be eligible to enrol in the higher level courses currently under development. The tentatively named Professional Sushi Skills Certificate will be a professional qualification for career chefs, split into multiple levels, each leading the learner onto a higher degree of technical difficulty and theoretical expertise than the last. This will be followed by the Grand Master of Sushi qualification, an unprecedented mark of professional excellence in sushi as certified by Japan’s highest professional body. This highest level of professional certification is currently in the planning stage. All Japan Sushi Association (AJSA) Sushi Skills Institute To register your interest and be the first to receive up-to-date information about the course contact the All Japan Sushi Association (AJSA) Sushi Skills Institute. You can also keep up to date with details via www.eat-japan.com Contact: All Japan Sushi Association (AJSA) Sushi Skills Institute Email: [email protected] 9 Japanese Food Trade JAPANESE FOOD TRADE AROUND THE WORLD Strategic pan-Asian cooperation opportunities We select some of those trade fairs taking place worldwide from September 2010 to August 2011 which look certain to attract Japanese food buyers. FOODEX JAPAN 2011 Makuhari, Japan; 1-4 March 2011 An unmissable event for anyone serious about the Japanese and Asian markets; direct access to industry trend-setters and top power players. A busy import-export gateway 10 A peerless trade platform in the heart of Japan Communication tools for effective business FOODEX JAPAN is a peerless platform for exhibitors and buyers looking to tap into the Japanese, Asian and global markets. The 2010 fair recorded 73,566 trade-only visitors over four days, who were free to browse, network with and buy from the 2,510 exhibitors from 64 countries and regions present. Nearly 3,500 booths, showcasing both the latest trend-focused products and good old favourites, were spread over almost 30,000 square meters of exhibit space in Japan’s sprawling Makuhari Messe. Visitors are well-balanced across the various food industry sectors, including distribution and wholesale (25%), food service (24%), and manufacturing (23%). 48% of visitors are at senior or executive management level, meaning that it really is an unmissable opportunity to communicate directly with the people at the top. FOODEX JAPAN is the principal trade fair for Japanese and Asian businesses, and is organised with a view to maximising networking opportunities for exhibitors and visitors alike. Great emphasis is placed on securing quality as well as volume in terms of buyers, refining visitor selection to target professionals at the forefront of food and drink purchasing. 2010 also saw the upgrade of the online communication tool, FOODEX NAVI, where exhibitors could present detailed descriptions of up to three key items; the database was made available on the official FOODEX JAPAN site. Designed in response to buyer demand, the database functions as a key information source in the decision-making process, and was accessible before, during and after the event. A team of Business Conduct Supporters, members of intermediary The fair also offers multiple business matching functions. These include the coordination of business meetings with overseas buyers, including prominent businesses from the emerging Chinese market.The JETRO FOODEX Award, organised by the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), is an internationally focused award where Japanese products are evaluated by a panel of American judges. Comments from the judges on innovation, taste and quality are an important source of direct feedback to Japanese producers, whilst media participation from world famous titles such as the New York Times ensures A burgeoning food import market Whilst many markets remain affected by global economic downturn, Japan’s food import market has shown resilience, growing from a total value of 51.5billion USD in 2007 to 61.8billion USD in 2008, an impressive 20% increase (source: JETRO). Japan is the world’s largest net importer of food products, relying on imports for 59% of its food supply (source: MAFF). Demographic changes in Japanese society continue to have a strong bearing on the food industry. Demand for home-meal replacements and prepared foods is up, for example, as a result of an increasing number of oneperson households, compounded by an increase in the average age of marriage and a general shift towards a 24-hour lifestyle. Consumer awareness of value for money is also creating demand for new products. On the other hand, a new market of baby boomer retirees, many with substantial disposable income represents strong opportunities for high-end and gourmet foods. Safety and responsibility in food production Of particular importance to Japanese consumers over the past few years has been the assurance that food products are produced with appropriate health and safety controls in place. FOODEX JAPAN is the ideal opportunity for exhibitors to promote such measures. Strong media presence also means the possibility of much wider exposure for products showing particular innovation in this area. Related to this is the organic, sustainable and wellness-oriented food and drink market, which continues to make its presence felt. JAPANESE FOOD TRADE JAPANESE FOOD TRADE distribution, were also stationed onsite to mediate business between exhibitors and buyers, offering informed advice and practical solutions to issues arising from discussion. strong exposure to consumers in the U.S.A. Other import-export support functions include the presence of specialist advisors able to give onthe-spot and tailored advice on issues relating to customs, quarantine, and other legislative issues. FOODEX JAPAN 2011, the 36th exhibition, will be held concurrently with the 4th International Conference for Food Industry (ICFI), which takes the theme “Co-creation and Cooperation in Asia”. The conference will focus on the opportunities available when East Asia is viewed as a single homogenous market, and why this approach is key to achieving success in the food and drink business in the region. The conference will comprise dynamic sessions and panel discussions on issues such as effective distribution strategies in the key Chinese market, and maximising business potential through structured market cooperation. It represents an ideal networking opportunity for executives, managers and directors in the food industries, where market insight gained at FOODEX JAPAN can be immediately applied to strategic discussion. Japan is a crucial market, consuming ever-increasing amounts of imported food whilst enjoying the export opportunities that the growing popularity of Japanese food and drink creates. FOODEX JAPAN 2011 will be four days of integrated and intense showcasing, marketing and networking; there is no better place to identify, anticipate and create trends. FOODEX JAPAN 2011 Date: 1-4 March 2011 Location: Makuhari, Japan Venue: Makuhari Messe Contact: FOODEX JAPAN Secretariat c/o Japan Management Association (JMA) Email: [email protected] Web: www.jma.or.jp/foodex 11 Japanese Food Trade Japanese Food Trade Wine & Gourmet Japan 2011 SIAL 2010 Tokyo, Japan; 6-8 April 2011 Paris, France; 17-21 October 2010 Gourmet and premium market continues to expand creating exciting business opportunities for high-end and artisan producers. company with 65 years of unrivalled experience in food and beveragerelated publishing and marketing, to ensure that Wine & Gourmet Japan is as relevant as possible. Features and highlights in 2011 JAPANESE FOOD TRADE export. In 2008, SIAL attracted 5,500 exhibitors and some 148,000 visitors. SIAL is a one-stop show for the entire international food market and a powerful reference for purchasers seeking French and international suppliers and partners. The 2010 show will run for five days in October 2010 at the Parc des Expositions Paris Nord Villepinte. This trade fair is one of the world’s largest meeting places for the food profession and brings together all industry stakeholders, from manufacturing, mass retail, catering and food service to import- Japan was the 18th most represented country in 2008 with visitors coming from retail (63%), catering/foodservice (3%) and 23% from the food industry. In total, 8% of exhibitors came from Asia in 2008. The last two fairs have shown an increase in Japanese professional interest with a 61% increase in exhibitors in 2008 from 2006. This year, SIAL will host a Japan Pavilion, run by Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries. Elsewhere, the fair will focus on innovation, with SIAL 2010 Date: 17-21 October 2010 Location: Paris, France Venue: Parc des Expositions de Paris Nord Villepinte Contact: Sopexa UK - Emmanuelle Galdin Tel: +44-(0)20-7312-3648 Web: www.sial.fr Sirha 2011 Lyon, France; 22-26 January 2011 Showcasing industry innovation Held once every two years, Sirha attracts leading personnel from all sectors of the hotel and catering trade, 60% of whom are decision-makers. It is a hub of innovation, too; in 2009, there were 1,200 demonstrations every day, including 600 presentations of industry innovations, of which 150 were world premieres. Sirha is an unrivalled centre of culinary and catering trends; in 2009, more than 10,000 chefs from 136 countries gathered to take part in the interactive atmosphere, networking, sharing ideas and discovering new product innovations. It is an unparalleled opportunity for manufacturers and distributors to showcase their product directly to the people whose support is vital to widespread industry success. Unsurprisingly, for a fair that concentrates on introducing chefs to high quality and versatile ingredients, there is always a strong Japanese presence. Previous events have hosted a Japan Pavilion, showcasing the healthy and natural options that Japan’s cuisine has to offer, as well as the Pan-European Découverte du Sushi Competition, designed to heighten interest and Sirha 2011 Date: 6-8 April 2011 Location: Tokyo, Japan Venue: Tokyo Big Sight - Tokyo International Exhibition Center Contact: Koelnmesse Pte Ltd. Date: 22-26 January 2011 Location: Lyon, France Venue: Eurexpo Contact: GL Events Tel: +65-(0)6500-6710 Email: [email protected] Web: www.wineandgourmetjapan.com special features including The Trends & Innovations Observatory, an exhibition of trends and products, Food Design, a trend forecasting and design concept project, and The Wine Innovation Forum, where major brands will talk about marketing innovation in wine. - The Global Food Marketplace Wine & Gourmet Japan 2011 12 A single showcase for the global food marketplace JAPANESE FOOD TRADE The 2011 Wine & Gourmet Japan, scheduled for 6-8 April 2011, will build on the format that’s made it so successful so far: a diverse exhibitor profile, representing the very finest Japanese demand growing be involved in. Japan’s population is and on-trend products and services also aging rapidly; although this will be currently available in the market, for fine food and drink problematic in the long-term for the and a series of educational seminars, The second annual Wine & Gourmet national welfare system, it also means specially designed to share industry Japan trade fair was held in April an ever-increasing pool of older knowledge and create valuable 2010 2010 to great success. Run as one of people – with the more refined tastes networking opportunities. four co-located food and beverage and greater disposable income that visitor survey results showed that trade fairs, visitor numbers were up retirement can often entail. Japan’s almost everyone was intending to 10% from the inaugural 2009 event, capital can also boast the highest return the following year, meaning to 63,478 over 3 days, a considerable concentration of Michelin-starred that the 2011 fair is likely to swell in success considering how glum some restaurants anywhere in the world, visitor and exhibitor numbers – and market sectors have continued to be. of which at least a third serve non- therefore industry significance – for 69 exhibitors – an increase of 23% Japanese cuisine; interest in sampling another consecutive year. from 2009 – were present at Wine & the best of the what the rest of the Gourmet Japan, from 14 countries and world has to offer has never been regions, showcasing products ranging greater. from gourmet chocolate to artisan cheese. Wine & Gourmet Japan was Wine & Gourmet Japan is organised held simultaneously with FABEX, the by Koelnmesse, a leading organiser of Dessert, Sweet & Drink Festival and international trade fairs, in strategic partnership with Japan Food Journal, the Japan Meat Industry Fair. to exploit these strong gourmet markets. Koelnmesse began targeting Strong yen makes Japan emerging Asian markets in 2002, an attractive market and holds a number of speciality As the Euro continues to struggle, and fine food trade events in China the comparative strength of the yen and post-BRIC nations. In Japan, it makes Japan an attractive market to works with the Japan Food Journal, a - The Global Food Marketplace Tel: +33-(0)4-78-17-62-71 Email: [email protected] skills among young European chefs. Japanese producers and equipment manufacturers will also be present in significant numbers in 2011; it is the perfect platform for targeted promotion and networking with the crème of Europe’s catering industry. Web: www.sirha.com 13 Japanese Food Trade Japanese Food Trade European Seafood Exposition 2011 IFE11 Brussels, Belgium; 3-5 May 2011 London, U.K.; 13-16 March 2011 Europe’s largest seafood trade fair The U.K.’s largest dedicated leading Japanese chefs and experts and distributors at 28%; the 17% retail on Japanese cuisine, including practical visitors include all major and premium food and drink trade event The U.K. is a leading market in Europe for Japanese food, so making a presence at IFE a must for exhibitors looking to expand into the U.K. In 2009, the IFE welcomed 1,200 exhibitors from 51 countries, with more than 22,000 visitors from 83 countries in attendance. A very strong, on-trend web marketing strategy also saw exhibitors exposed to nearly 200,000 unique web users. In 2009, the IFE hosted a Japan Pavilion, run by JETRO London, featuring talks from European Seafood Exposition 2011 IFE11 Date: 3-5 May 2011 Location: Brussels, Belgium Venue: Brussels Exhibition Centre Contact: Diversfield Business Communications Date: 13-16 March 2011 Location: London, U.K. Venue: ExCeL Contact: Fresh RM Ltd. Tel: +1-207-842-5500 Email: [email protected] Web: www.euroseafood.com Tel: +44-(0)20-7886-3016 sushi workshops and seminars on umami in cuisine – a very hot topic right now. Similarly, JETRO London will be in attendance in 2011, working to showcase the diversity and relevance of Japanese ingredients, as well as give some practical ideas about how to boost diet and wellbeing with traditional Japanese culinary wisdom. It’s an ideal place to gain such exposure: visitors to IFE are split across the various industry sectors, with foodservice at 30%, wholesalers businesses. IFE 2011 will be a great way to experience what the burgeoning market has to offer, sample new products, grasp emerging trends and network with industry professionals. Web: www.ife.co.uk The Restaurant Show 2010 London International Wine Fair 2011 London, U.K.; 11-13 October 2010 London, U.K.; 17-19 May 2011 disposable income and fewer nights and The Drinks Quarter, a series of Feast your eyes on the U.K.’s biggest restaurant fair out; that’s why positive solutions and tutored tastings designed to help Top tips on top tipples at Britain’s biggest wine fair The Restaurant Show is the only trade show aimed exclusively at the U.K.’s restaurant industry, covering everything from food, drink and equipment to interiors and business services. Attended by key decision makers from branded and independent restaurants, and buyers from hotels, gastro pubs and bars, it is an important networking platform and industry showcase. The restaurant industry is undoubtedly facing challenging times as the struggling economy means less innovation are so vital at this time, and why inspiration can be key to business survival. The show has plenty to offer in this area: demonstrations from leading chefs, an on-site restaurant serving dishes from renowned chefs, and a central food and drink market with 100+ companies showcasing new products and launches. The schedule includes events carefully tailored to professional needs, such as Business Briefing interactive seminars, panel debates on topical industry issues, shape innovative drinks menus. After 22 years, the Restaurant Show 2010 will be placed to provide positive support to today’s restaurants. international presence than ever at the 2010 show, including both buyers and exhibitors from non-traditional wineThe London International Wine Fair is making/drinking countries, indicating the largest dedicated wine trade fair in that the wine market is evolving and the U.K. In 2010 it welcomed nearly new players are continuing to emerge. 14,000 professional buyers from around In 2011, the LIWF will again be held the world, representing supermarkets, in conjunction with Distil, a trade restaurants and independent wine platform for the spirits industry. It merchants; 70% had buying authority. also features an International Wine 2010 was the thirtieth anniversary year Competition booth, where visitors are of the event, and celebration was due able to sample entries including sake. in more ways than one with the wine Presence at the LIWF is essential for trade showing a marked improvement anyone serious about networking or on slumped sales caused by global creating trends in the wine industry; this recession. Indeed, there was a stronger is where the market gets together to The Restaurant Show 2010 London International Wine Fair 2011 Date: 11-13 October 2010 Location: London, U.K. Venue: Earls Court 2 Contact: William Reed Hospitality Ltd. Date: 17-19 May 2011 Location: London, U.K. Venue: ExCeL Contact: Brintex 14 and has awards for health, nutrition, packaging and innovation. Japan was well represented at the 2010 event, which is run in parallel with the Asia Seafood Exposition, where Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries ran a Japan Pavilion in 2010. Tel: +44-(0)1293-610327 Web: www.therestaurantshow.co.uk Tel: +44-(0)20-7973-6401 JAPANESE FOOD TRADE JAPANESE FOOD TRADE Seafood and its role in our diets has been the subject of significant global interest in recent years, for such issues as dwindling ocean stocks, the structure of the seafood industry, and the potential risk to diet and health that a supply crisis would create. The European Seafood Exposition is the world’s largest dedicated seafood trade fair, and is the ideal platform for the industry to gather together and showcase, collaborate and network to ensure a sustainable and profitable future for seafood businesses. Seafood is of particular importance to the Japanese diet, of course, with the average Japanese citizen consuming around 70kg* of seafood a year (*source: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations). With 81% of visitors to the event having purchasing authority, and 85% reporting that they identified new products at the 2010 show, there’s no better place to make direct contact with buyers with true market influence. The annual Seafood Prix d’Elite celebrates the best new retail and food service products, Email: [email protected] showcase, sample and scout for product innovation and outstanding service. In recent years, it has concentrated on strengthening its online presence, with marketing strategies that strongly benefit exhibitors. Web: www.londonwinefair.com 15 Japanese Food Glossary JAPANESE FOOD GLOSSARY This section details a wide range of essential Japanese ingredients, each complete with page reference for a list of recommended manufacturers and suppliers. Alcoholic Drinks 白米 Hakumai 酒 Sake See p25 Japan’s most celebrated alcoholic drink, sake, is brewed from fermented rice. Brown rice is polished to remove its husk, producing the smaller white rice grains used to make sake. Sake is categorized according to the degree to which the rice is polished and alcohol content: junmaishu (pure rice sake), honjozo (sake with added brewer’s alcohol), ginjoshu (the highest grade of sake) and futsushu (common grades of sake). Sake is clear with a slightly sweet taste and an alcohol content of 14 to 16%. It can be served hot or chilled. Japonica White Rice Rice Wine Hakumai (white rice) generally refers to polished short-grain Japonica rice and has been a staple of the Japanese diet since ancient times. Forming part of the traditional Japanese meal combination along with miso soup and tsukemono, hakumai is a highly nutritious source of protein, fibre, vitamin B, calcium and iron. As well as being easier to digest than genmai, hakumai ’s glutinous texture means that it is easy to pick up with chopsticks and its mild taste makes it a perfect accompaniment to almost any food. See pp27-29 See p31 Beer was first test-brewed in Japan in 1853, following a Dutch recipe. The country’s first brewery was established in the 1870s and beer, especially lager, has since become very popular as an accompaniment to Japanese food. Japanese beer drinkers consider a beer’s kire (literally “cutting”), or ability to cleanse the palate, as being particularly important and major Japanese beers are brewed for a sharp, clean finish. Since 1994, it has become easier for smaller breweries to gain brewing licences and the variety of original, regional beers has greatly increased. ウィスキー Whisky See p25 Genmai is unpolished brown rice with the husks removed but the bran and germ intact. Slightly nutty tasting and more chewy than hakumai, genmai is both delicious and extremely nutritious, containing four times the vitamin B1 and E, three times the fibre and twice the vitamin B2 and iron of hakumai. Going well with almost any ingredient, genmai can be used as a substitute for hakumai. Hatsuga genmai, or germinated genmai, has recently become popular, as germination increases nutrient levels and makes the rice more palatable. 餅 Mochi Rice Cake Mochi is a sweet rice cake made by pounding glutinous mochigome rice. It is traditionally grilled and wrapped in nori, or cooked in soup. One such soup is zoni (mochi and vegetables), which is eaten to celebrate New Year. The stickiness of the mochi represents “sticking to your principles”, making it a good omen for the coming year. It is also used in many wagashi (Japanese sweets). ぬか Nuka Rice Bran Nuka is formed during the process of polishing genmai, and is most commonly used to make tsukemono. It contains protein, fibre, calcium, phosphorous, iron and vitamins A, B1 and B2. Its alkaline quality is effective in the regeneration of skin, making it an excellent beauty product. The fibre content can help remove cancer-causing elements by discharging toxins from the body. It is beneficial in treating diabetes, reducing blood cholesterol rates and preventing sclerosis of the arteries. 焼酎 Shochu Japanese Clear Spirit See pp30-31 Fashionable in Japan in recent years and gaining popularity worldwide, shochu can be made from ingredients such as rice, buckwheat, wheat, sweet potato and corn. As in the making of sake, soy sauce, and miso, during initial fermentation a ‘starter’ called koji is used. The single distillation method used to make traditional shochu keeps more of the flavour of its ingredients while the multiple distillation method is suited to making cocktails and fruit liquor. Shochu contains no fat or sugar and is good drunk mixed in cocktails or on its own. 泡盛 Awamori Okinawan Rice Spirit Awamori is an alcoholic beverage produced in the southern islands of Okinawa. Although made from rice, it differs from sake in that it is distilled not brewed, and uses Thai Indica rice rather than short-grained Japonica rice. The method for distilling awamori was first introduced to Okinawa from Thailand in the 15th century, and was refined using a unique white koji mould indigenous to Okinawa. Awamori is an extremely robust drink, and can be 60% proof, with its alcohol content rising further as it ages. 梅酒 Umeshu Japanese Apricot Liqueur See p33 Umeshu, with its subtle sweet flavour, has been consumed for over a millennium in Japan. This liqueur is made from ume, an apricot-like fruit with a high concentration of citric acid. Ume are mixed with shochu and sugar and left to mature for between three months to one year. Ume’s healthy properties make umeshu popular not only as a delicious drink, but also as a medicine. Ume are rich in potassium, calcium and fruit acids, which aid digestion, break down lactic acid and are said to increase the body’s metabolic rate and reduce tiredness. While using fundamentally the same ingredients and methods as in the West, Japanese whisky is made to accompany Japanese-style meals. While Scotch whisky, with its smoky flavour and strong peat taste, is better savoured on its own, Japanese whisky goes well with food. Particular importance is attached to the harmonised balance of the basic flavour, which is not diminished when diluted, and a subtlety of taste suited to the Japanese palate that does not mask the delicate flavours of Japanese food. ワイン Wine Japanese Wine See p33 Wine production only really began in Japan after the Meiji Restoration of 1868 made Japan more open to Western ideas, and the first commercial winery was established in 1877. At first sight, the high humidity and rainfall of Japan’s climate and its acidic soil do not make it ideal for viticulture. However, in spite of this vineyards have flourished in areas where conditions have been suitable, such as Yamanashi prefecture. The northern island of Hokkaido has also gained a good reputation for its wines. 味噌 Miso See pp34-35 Many other popular varieties of Japanese tea exist. Genmaicha (green tea mixed with roasted brown rice) is mild with a distinctive popcorn flavour. The most widely-drunk sencha is made from the coarser tea leaves harvested late in the season and is known as bancha. It is sweet and smooth to drink. Hojicha, made by roasting bancha leaves over charcoal, is low in caffeine and tannins, while matcha, the bright green powdered tea used in the tea ceremony, is made from a special variety of tea called tencha. 甘酒 Amazake Sweet Rice Drink See p35 Although amazake translates literally into English as “sweet sake”, it is in fact an alcohol free product, made from cooked rice and koji. The koji converts the rice into simple natural sugars, giving amazake its naturally sweet taste. In Japan, thick, creamy amazake is usually enjoyed combined with equal parts of water and gently heated, often served topped with ginger. In the West, it has been become popular as a dairy substitute in baking and puddings, and can also be used straight from the jar as a topping for nuts, fruit or yoghurt. Condiments, Seasonings & Sauces 醤油 Shoyu だし Dashi Fermented Soy Bean Paste Japanese Soup Stock See p39 & p41 Many Japanese swear by the old saying that, “a bowl of miso soup a day keeps the doctor away”. Miso is made from soy beans and usually rice or barley, which are steamed, mixed with koji (a fermentation starter) and left to ferment for six months to five years. The longer the fermentation, the darker and richer the miso. Modern analysis shows that miso is an extremely nourishing and wellbalanced food containing protein, vitamins and essential amino acids. Most famously used in soups, it can add flavour to many dishes. 酢 / すし酢 Su / Sushizu Rice Vinegar / Sushi Vinegar See p43 Made from rice, this light and mild tasting vinegar is an essential ingredient in sushi rice and sunomono (vinegared salads). With lower acidity than Western vinegars, it has long been associated with youthfullooking skin and longevity. Vinegar increases the potency of vitamin C, which improves complexion, and in the past su was used in cosmetics in Japan. Vinegar is also known for its anti-bacterial properties and this is one reason why su is often used in Japanese dishes that include raw fish, seafood and meat. Dashi is one of the stocks which form the basis of almost all Japanese cooking. Dashi is commonly made by heating katsuobushi (dried bonito flakes), kombu (kelp), shiitake mushroom or iriko (sardine) and draining off the resultant broth. It is used for flavouring dishes such as soups, nabe (hot pots), sauces and rice dishes. Dashi in easy-to-mix powdered form is very popular as it can be used to produce authentic-tasting Japanese cuisine without the effort that making stock from scratch entails. ソース Sauce Japanese Sauces See p45 The Japanese use a variety of savoury sauces to pep up their food. Several are inspired by Worcester sauce, which was brought to Japan and adapted. As well as the thin, spicy Worcester sauce, there is a thicker, milder and sweeter tonkatsu sauce, often used with the deep fried pork cutlet dish of the same name. In addition, there is a sauce formulated specifically for serving with o-konomiyaki (savoury pancakes), and a chuno sauce that blends both mild and spicy flavours. 味醂 Mirin Soy Sauce Sweet Cooking Alcohol See pp36-37 A sweet, syrupy liquid, mirin is one of Japan’s principal condiments. It has an alcohol content of about 13-14%, which is often burnt off during cooking. Mirin has a subtle natural sweetness, and its balanced flavour make it a very versatile condiment. Mirin is used for dishes such as nimono (simmered dishes), for marinating and glazing, and in teriyaki sauce. As well as hon mirin or ‘real mirin’, cheaper mirin style condiments with salt or other ingredients added, and generally less alcohol, are also available. A staple of Oriental cuisine, soy sauce adds flavour to many dishes, both in cooking and at the table. Made from soy beans, wheat and salt, and fermented for several months, Japanese soy sauce has a rich aroma and a salty, subtle and complex flavour. Koikuchi shoyu, developed in the east of Japan, is dark coloured with a slightly fruity flavour that reduces fishy and meaty smells in cooking. Usukuchi shoyu, originally favoured in the west of Japan, has a lighter colour and saltier taste than koikuchi. See p43 たれ Tare Dipping / Marinade Sauces There are many dipping sauces used in Japanese dishes. Yakiniku no tare (barbecue sauce) is made from soy sauce, fruits, vegetables, sesame oil, herbs and spices. It can be used both for dipping and marinating. Sukiyaki no tare, a mildly sweet sauce, is made from soy sauce, mirin, sugar and dashi, and used to stew sukiyaki ingredients. Shabu shabu no tare, a dipping sauce used for lightly cooked and thinly sliced meats, comes in several varieties. Teriyaki marinade, featuring mirin, soy sauce and dashi, is also popular. たまり Tamari Teas & Soft Drinks Wheat-free Soy Sauce See pp36-37 Tamari refers to the protein-rich 緑茶 Ryokucha Green Tea Other Japanese Teas J JAAPPAANNEESSEE F O O D G GLLO OSSSSAARRYY JAPANESE FOOD GLOSSARY Japonica Brown Rice Japanese Beer Japanese Whisky 玄米 Genmai 16 ビール Beer Rice & Rice Products その他のお茶 O-cha See pp34-35 Ryokucha is produced from green tea leaves that are steamed and dried but not fermented. The quality of ryokucha varies according to which part of the plant is picked, with the highest quality ryokucha known as gyokuro and medium-quality ryokucha called sencha. The leaves produce a greenish-yellow tea with a slightly bitter flavour. The tannin in ryokucha serves to fight tooth decay. Ryokucha also contains caffeine and vitamin C and is said to be effective against diabetes, high blood pressure and in reducing cholesterol levels. liquid which comes from fermenting soy beans. Tamari is thicker, richer and darker than soy sauce and is produced mainly in the central Chubu region of Japan. Little or no wheat is used in the production of tamari, which is actually closer to the original recipe for soy sauce, when it was introduced to Japan from China. An ideal, umami-rich accompaniment to sushi and sashimi, tamari has a mellow flavour and is used mainly for dipping, seasoning and for marinades. 料理酒 Ryorishu Cooking Sake Ryorishu is a type of sake (rice wine) made especially for cooking. It is often used in marinades for meat and fish to make them more tender, as well as to mask their smell. In cooking, it is often used to add body and flavour to tsuyu (soup stock) and sauces, or to make nimono (simmered dishes) and yakimono (grilled dishes). To enable shops not licensed to sell alcohol to stock it, manufacturers are required by law to add salt (2-3%) to ryorishu to make it unfit for drinking. ポン酢 Ponzu Citrus Vinegar See p43 Ponzu is derived from the Dutch word “pons”, which means citrus juice. Ponzu is the juice of fruit such as lemon, sudachi, yuzu and kabosu, sometimes mixed with su (vinegar). It has a refreshing taste and is also a good stimulant, since the acid found in ponzu breaks down fat and lactic acids, which cause fatigue. Ponzu is most commonly used as ponzu shoyu, a mix of ponzu, soy sauce, sugar or mirin and dashi. This can be used as a dipping sauce for nabe (hot pots). 17 Japanese Food Glossary ドレッシング Dressing Japanese Salad Dressings See p45 Japanese cuisine is full of examples of new greattasting foods that have been invented by adapting the food of other nations. Japanese salad dressings are particularly good examples of this. Made from ingredients such as soy sauce, sesame oil and seeds, shiso, umeboshi, yuzu, and dashi, these dressings perfectly complement salads containing Japanese ingredients such as tofu, seaweed, konnyaku, daikon radish and sashimi. わさび Wasabi Japanese Horseradish Soy & Other Bean Products See p46 Wasabi is a root plant with a pleasant aroma and a sharp, fiery flavour. In early 17th century Japan, it became a popular accompaniment to sushi, promoting the spread of its cultivation. Wasabi is available fresh, and can be grated like horseradish, as a paste or in powder form. It is also mixed with soy sauce and used as a condiment with sashimi and sushi. When used for seasoning, wasabi stimulates the appetite and is also known to prevent food poisoning. ごま油 / 天ぷら油 Goma-abura / Tempura-abura Sesame Oil / Tempura Oil See p45 JA J AP PAANNEESSEE FFO OO OD D G L O SSSSAARRYY 魚醤 Gyosho Fish Sauce See p37 Gyosho is a condiment rich in glutamic acid and other nutrients extracted from fish and seafood. The use of animal protein as flavour enhancers can be traced back to ancient China and glutamic acid is the basis of umami found in foods such as kombu (kelp). Traditionally used in cooking, gyosho is increasingly found in processed foods such as sauces and dips and manufacturers are expanding in line with its worldwide popularity. 麺つゆ / 天つゆ Mentsuyu / Tentsuyu Soup for Noodles / Tempura Mentsuyu, the strong, salty soup stock used in soba and udon noodle dishes, and tentsuyu, the dipping sauce for tempura, are made from dashi, katsuobushi, soy sauce, mirin and sugar. There are two basic types of mentsuyu: kaketsuyu, which is poured hot over boiled noodles to make noodle soup, and tsuketsuyu, which literally means “dipping soup” and is used as a dip for chilled noodles. Tentsuyu is left to cool before being served, accompanied by grated daikon radish, with freshly fried tempura. 18 Japanese Mustard Made from the seeds of the karashina plant, karashi was used in ancient times as a medicine as well as a food. Bright yellow in colour, karashi is available in both paste and powder forms, and is used to add spiciness and flavour to natto, shumai (Chinese dumplings), o-den (a kind of Japanese hot pot) and salad dressings. Karashi is similar in nature to wasabi, meaning the intensity of its flavour is greater than that of Western mustard, and it is therefore used in very small quantities. 七味 / 一味唐辛子 Shichimi / Ichimi Togarashi Fermented Soy Beans Natto is made from fermented soy beans and has a sticky consistency and a strong characteristic fermented smell. An excellent source of protein, vitamin B2, iron and fibre, natto is often mixed with soy sauce and other ingredients and eaten with boiled rice as a traditional and nutritious breakfast food. Natto comes in whole-bean, small-bean and chopped-bean varieties, and contains an amino acid not found in other foods that helps prevent blood clots, which can cause strokes and coronaries. 豆腐 Tofu Soy Bean Curd See p41 Tofu is made from ground soy beans, which are heated, filtered and hardened into evenly-sized squares, with the addition of a gelling agent, nigari. Tofu comes in three basic types: kinugoshidofu (silk strained tofu), the original Japanese tofu, fine textured and eaten raw; momendofu (cotton strained tofu), which is rougher in texture; and yosedofu (crumbled tofu), which is not formed into blocks but is mashed in appearance. An extremely nutritious food containing vegetable protein, calcium, iron and vitamin E, tofu is delicious in miso soup, hot pots and stir-fries. Japanese Pepper Unique to Japan and China, sansho is unrelated to black pepper or chilli pepper. It has a strong aroma, subtle lemony overtones and creates a pleasant tingling sensation in the mouth. Sansho is widely used to add a mild spiciness and rich fragrance to noodle dishes and grilled eel. The buds, flowers and seeds of sansho are all used to flavour cooking. The leaves of the sansho plant, known as kinome, are used in spring to add flavour to bamboo shoots and soups. Dried Seafood Soy Milk See p35 Hijiki is a porous, black seaweed with a surface that is less viscous but has more texture than other seaweeds. It is normally sold dried and should be reconstituted with water before use. Hijiki contains a lot of calcium and fibre. It also contains a high level of iron. Hijiki is normally simmered with chopped vegetables such as carrots, fried tofu and beans, and seasoned with soy sauce and mirin, and served as a tasty side dish. Himono literally means “dried things”, but it Soy milk is the liquid obtained by grinding soy beans before they harden into tofu. Soy milk has always existed as a by-product of tofu but its processing has since been greatly improved and specialist manufacturers are now producing delicious soy milk without its disagreeable smell. Soy milk products contain soy bean solids and therefore protein. Soy milk products refer to the variety of flavoured soy milk drinks, as well as plain and processed soy milk. 湯葉 Yuba 昆布 Kombu Soy Milk Skin Common in both China and Japan, yuba is made using the protein-rich skin which forms when soy milk is boiled. This skin is cooled and is then either eaten fresh, or dried. The texture of yuba means that when layers of it are put together, it makes an ideal meat substitute in vegetarian cooking. Yuba is a mainstay of Zen Buddhist shojin ryori (traditional meat-free cuisine) and has had a reputation for centuries for being an extremely healthy and nutritious food. Bittern Nigari is the coagulant or curdling agent used to make tofu. Nigari originally refers to bittern or the residue, mostly magnesium chloride, of traditionally processed sea salt which was used in tofu-making. As bittern becomes less readily available, it can be replaced by chemical coagulants; however, recently there has been a renewed interest in natural bittern and many manufacturers will not use chemical alternatives in their products. 豆腐製品 Tofu Products Tofu Products Tofu’s mild taste makes it very versatile. Abura-age is thinly sliced tofu fried in oil twice to keep the tofu’s original texture on the inside while the outer skin becomes crisp. It is used to make inarizushi (sweetened and cooked abura-age filled with sushi rice). Atsuage are strips of tofu deep-fried just once while ganmodoki is a fried tofu dumpling made with vegetables and sesame seeds. Koyadofu is freeze-dried tofu which, once rehydrated, has a coarse, meaty texture and a richer taste than standard tofu. Kelp See p47 Kombu is one of the main basic dashi ingredients. To make good stock, simply soak kombu in water, or heat gently in water and remove just before boiling. To make dashi, kombu is washed with seawater and dried in the sun for one to two days. Kombu is rich in vitamins and minerals such as iodine. Kombu is also used in a variety of dishes such as nabe (hot pot), kobumaki (rolled kombu) and tsukudani (salted and sweetened preserved foods). commonly refers to dried seafood, which generally contains more calcium, phosphorous, iron and potassium than raw seafood. Popular himono includes sardine, horse mackerel and especially squid, which is known as surume. There are numerous ways to make himono : maruboshi refers to fish that are dried after being soaked in salt water. Mirinboshi refers to seafood that is dried after being soaked in mirin. Himono is served as a popular traditional breakfast. 野菜 Yasai Japanese Vegetables Many varieties of Japanese green vegetables are cultivated in winter and spring as they are vulnerable to the intense heat of summer. These include the carotene and vitamin C rich hakusai (Chinese cabbage) and komatsuna (mustard spinach). Japanese root vegetables are rich in vitamins and fibre, and include daikon radish and renkon (lotus root). Other popular vegetables include kabocha (pumpkin), yamaimo (yam) and negi (Welsh onion). These vegetables are used in a huge range of Japanese cuisine, from tempura to nabe (hot pots), and are also often enjoyed pickled. 香草 Koso Sea Vegetables Japanese Herbs Seafood Products See p47 Nori, a dried seaweed resembling sheets of black 苦汁 Nigari 干物 Himono Fruit & Vegetables Dried Seaweed Sheets Shichimi togarashi, which 山椒 Sansho Hijiki Seaweed 海苔 Nori Seven Spice Pepper / Chilli Pepper means “seven-taste chilli pepper”, is a dried mixture of red chilli flakes, sansho, goma, nori, shiso, dried mandarin or orange peel, hemp and poppy seeds. Popular throughout Japan, the ingredients and balance of the mix varies regionally. It is usually sprinkled on hot udon noodle soup and many other dishes to add flavour, spiciness and aroma. Shichimi togarashi is known to be a remedy for colds and flu, and is also good for the stomach. Ichimi means “one taste”, and ichimi togarashi consists of just chilli pepper. ひじき Hijiki paper, is a very popular ingredient in Japan, particularly for the wrapping of steamed rice to make makizushi (rolled sushi) and o-nigiri (rice balls). Nori is also a very important traditional breakfast food, eaten with rice. Seasoned nori is also popular, and nori and seasoned nori are available in individually wrapped, bite-sized sheets and served at breakfast in the home or at traditional Japanese inns and hotels. It is rich in vitamin B1, which helps combat mental fatigue, and calcium. To make katsuobushi, bonito fish fillets are salted and left to ferment and dry for four to six months before being shaved into fine flakes. Katsuobushi is often used to make dashi. Kombu is heated in water on a medium heat then removed just before boiling. Katsuobushi is then added to the stock, which is brought to the boil and strained. Katsuobushi is also used as a topping for salads, tofu and cooked vegetables. There are varieties of finely sliced katsuobushi made especially to be used as garnishes. 煮干し Niboshi わかめ Wakame Wakame Seaweed 鰹節 Katsuobushi Dried Bonito Flakes Small Dried Fish See p47 This dark green seaweed, with its mild ocean flavour, is one of the most popular seaweeds in Japan. Available in both dry and fresh forms, it is most commonly used in soups and salads. The dried product greatly expands when it’s reconstituted either by soaking in water for a few minutes or adding directly to a soup. Since wakame has no calories, it is ideal for those who are watching their weight and is believed to help prevent hair loss. Niboshi, sometimes known as iriko, are small fish such as anchovy and sardine that have been boiled and dried. They are used as a dashi ingredient for miso soup and stewed dishes. To make niboshi dashi, first the heads and internal organs of the niboshi are removed to avoid bitter and fishysmelling stock. Then, to bring out their taste, the niboshi are split lengthwise, before being soaked in water. The pre-soaked niboshi can then be put into water, boiled for two to three minutes before straining. It is also eaten as a healthy snack. Japanese herbs such as shiso are used to add an aromatic finish to various dishes, and tend to be used more sparingly than in Western cuisine. Asatsuki (Japanese chives) and nira (Chinese chives) are used to reduce the odour of raw meat and fish, and also have high nutritional value. Edible wild plants like fuki and udo and, in particular, takenoko (bamboo sprouts) are widely loved in Japan as they mark the advent of spring and are used in a large number of seasonal dishes and delicacies. 椎茸 / 干し椎茸 Shiitake / Hoshi Shiitake Shiitake / Dried Shiitake Mushroom Japan’s most well-known mushroom is the delicious shiitake. This flavoursome, slightly chewy mushroom is believed to have many properties beneficial to the health and contains significant quantities of vitamins B and D. Shiitake is popular fresh and in its dried form, known in Japanese as hoshi shiitake, which must be rehydrated before eating. Some consider this to be richer in flavour than fresh shiitake. The mushroom can be used in clear soup and nimono (simmered dishes), and dried shiitake is used as a base for making vegetarian dashi. J JAAPPAANNEESSEE F O O D G GLLO OSSSSAARRYY Sesame oil is used in stir-fries and fried dishes as well as for seasoning. It has a delicious aroma and a rich, nutty flavour, and compared to other oils is extremely stable and long-lasting. Oil pressed from toasted seeds is dark brown in colour with a distinctive, intense aroma, whilst oil pressed from using untoasted seeds will be lighter. Blending toasted and toasted oils, or untoasted oil with other refined vegetable oils creates tempura oil, an aromatic blend used for the lightlybattered fish and vegetable dish so popular in Japan. からし Karashi 納豆 Natto 豆乳 Tonyu Japanese Food Glossary Japanese Food Glossary 果物 Kudamono Japanese Fruit Although the mikan (satsuma) was introduced to the West via Japan, many of the most commonly enjoyed fruits in Japan are relatively unknown outside Asia. The zest and juice of the citrus fruits yuzu and sudachi are indispensable in adding a sharp, tangy flavour to Japanese cuisine. With their applelike, crisp flesh, nashi pears are quite distinct from Western pears. Kaki (persimmon) and biwa (loquat) are both healthy and delicious while kuri (chestnuts) and ginnan (gingko nuts) are used in many dishes and snacks. ガリ Gari Pickled Ginger See p46 Gari is prepared by taking thin slivers of ginger root and then pickling them in plum vinegar, giving it a slightly sweet taste, striking pink colour and a pungent aroma. It is most commonly eaten with sushi, for which it is an essential accompaniment. This is not only because of its antibacterial qualities, which make it ideal for eating with raw fish, but also for its effectiveness in cleansing and refreshing the palate between dishes, allowing the taste of the fish to be fully appreciated. Vegetable Products かんぴょう Kanpyo Gourd Shavings gourds which have been shaved into ribbons then dried. With large amounts of iron, phosphorous and calcium, kanpyo is a nutritionally well-balanced food. In order to prepare it, kanpyo should be washed, rubbed and softened with a spoonful of salt, then soaked in fresh water for a few minutes. It should then be boiled for several minutes or simmered in stock to add flavour. It is used in many dishes including makizushi (rolled sushi). こんにゃく /しらたき Konnyaku / Shirataki Devil’s Tongue Jelly / Konnyaku Noodles Konnyaku is a hard jelly made from the starch of the root of the bulb of the devil’s tongue plant. Shirataki noodles are made from shredded konnyaku. Konnyaku is 97% water, rich in minerals such as potassium and calcium and an excellent source of dietary fibre. With no distinctive taste, konnyaku and shirataki absorb the flavour and taste of the other ingredients they are cooked with. As they have next to no calories, they make ideal foods for those who are watching their weight. Preserved Foods 梅干し Umeboshi Pickled Japanese Apricot Sun-dried, salted, then pickled with shiso (red perilla leaves), umeboshi is a common everyday breakfast pickle in Japan, eaten with rice and miso soup. Loved in Japan both for its piquant taste and its medicinal properties, umeboshi is said to be extremely beneficial to the digestive system. Delicious rice balls can be made by enclosing umeboshi in rice and wrapping it in nori seaweed. Umeboshi can also be used in a range of other dishes, in alcoholic drinks, and also as a wonderful palate-cleanser. うどん Udon 即席袋麺 / カップ麺 Sokuseki Fukuromen / Kappumen Wheat Noodles Thick and chewy, udon noodles are made from wheat flour kneaded with salt and water. Their texture can be adapted according to taste by varying the cooking time, and they are usually served in a hot broth, together with ingredients like prawn tempura, abura-age, raw egg or vegetables. They can also be served cold with a dipping sauce. There is also a flattened variety of udon called kishimen from the Nagoya region. Udon is available in dried, fresh or pre-boiled form. See p46 Buckwheat Noodles Takuan is made by pickling daikon, the large white Japanese radish, in rice bran. Usually served in small slices, takuan has a satisfyingly crunchy texture and sharp, tangy flavour, and accompanies many Japanese foods, often as one of a number of small dishes along with miso soup and rice. Beneficial to health, takuan is very rich in vitamin B. It is one of the most traditional of Japanese pickles and is named after the Buddhist priest who is said to have introduced the food. その他の漬け物 Tsukemono Other Japanese Pickles Tsukemono are a cornerstone of the Japanese diet, and common vegetables used include cucumbers and Chinese cabbage. Salt used in the pickling process helps the water in the vegetables to seep out, creating the characteristic texture of tsukemono. One of the most popular ways to enjoy tsukemono is as a garnish served with Japanese curry, in particular pickled rakkyo (scallions), which have a crisp texture, and fukujinzuke, a mix of various pickled and finely-chopped vegetables such as radish, aubergine, cucumber and lotus root mixed with soy sauce and spices. 佃煮 Tsukudani Preserved Seafood Soba noodles are made from buckwheat flour. As buckwheat contains no gluten, wheat flour is usually added to prevent the noodles from falling apart, although 100% buckwheat varieties are available. Soba comes in fresh and dried form, and can be eaten either hot in soup or chilled and served on a bamboo tray called a zaru, with a dipping sauce called mentsuyu. Chilled soba are often garnished with nori seaweed and eaten with wasabi horseradish to add a sharp, pungent flavour. そうめん / 冷や麦 Somen / Hiyamugi Instant Noodles / Cup Noodles Instant noodles are available in single-portion bags (sokuseki fukuromen), packaged with sachets of soup powder and condiments, or in cups or cartons (sokuseki kappumen). The most popular variety of instant noodle is ramen, coming in flavours including miso, pork, and seafood. Cup noodles are also available containing soba and udon noodles. Instant and cup noodles are particularly popular as a light and easy lunch for busy people, and can even make a satisfying main meal when combined with other ingredients. 即席みそ汁 / 吸物 Sokuseki Misoshiru / Suimono Instant Miso Soup / Broth See p41 Instant misoshiru (miso soup), prepared by adding boiling water, is a convenient way of enjoying this nutritious soy bean paste. A pack of instant miso soup usually contains miso paste or powder and separate dried ingredients such as tofu, abura-age, wakame and vegetables. Suimono is a delicate transparent Japanese soup based on dashi ; its mild flavour allows the taste and aroma of the ingredients to be appreciated. Popular ingredients include matsutake mushroom, sea bream and egg. Difficult to make from scratch, instant suimono is a popular option. Thin Wheat Noodles Made from wheat flour kneaded with salt and water, somen noodles are the thinnest Japanese noodle – just under 1.3 millimeters thick when uncooked. When they are thicker than this, they are known as hiyamugi. It is thought that somen acquire a better texture when dried and allowed to mature for up to three years. Somen and hiyamugi are commonly eaten cold, especially in summer, together with a dipping sauce and garnishes such as grated ginger and spring onion. They are also eaten hot in broth (nyumen). Chukamen Tsukudani is traditionally made from seaweed and Chinese Noodles possesses a potent flavour. It is usually eaten in small quantities with a bowl of boiled rice. It originates from Tsukudajima Island, Tokyo, where it was first made in the Edo era but is now eaten across Japan. The seaweed is cooked, with soy sauce used in the process along with mirin and dashi which help preserve the ingredients naturally for 2 to 3 months. Nowadays, there are many variations, which are made from small fish and shellfish. Chukamen noodles are normally made from wheat flour kneaded together with egg, salt and a special kind of carbonated water. The noodles come in different styles, the most common being long and cylindrical, but there are also curled and flattened varieties. Chukamen are most commonly served in soup in the hugely popular dish ramen, which has three basic flavours: soy sauce, salt and miso. Ingredients such as pork, fried vegetables and seaweed are often added. Chinese noodles are also served cold in summer in a dish called hiyashi chuka. See p49 即席ご飯 / お粥 Sokuseki Gohan / O-kayu Instant Cooked Rice / Rice Porridge See p25 Gohan (rice) is at the heart of Japanese life and freshly-cooked white rice is the most comforting of foods. But even so, ready-to-eat rice has become quite popular, especially among young people. The most popular form of ready-cooked rice can be stored at room temperature, and is pre-cooked and pre-packaged for microwave heating. Simple o-kayu rice porridge and the risotto-like zosui are available in sachet form, ready to eat after being boiled in the bag for a few minutes. 炊込みご飯の素 Takikomi Gohan no Moto 寿司飯の素 Sushimeshi no Moto 片栗粉 Katakuriko Dogtooth Violet Starch Sushi Rice Premix Premixed sushi rice products are a very convenient and useful way to prepare just the right kind of rice for those who want to make sushi at home. To make authentic sushi rice, all the ingredients added have to be in just the right proportions, so using a pre-prepared mix is a far easier option. It is available in powdered form or as a vacuum-packed liquid. Premixes of gomoku chirashi-zushi (sushi rice mixed with various vegetables) are also available. カレールー / シチュールー Taken from the dogtooth violet plant, katakuriko is a white powder without any taste or smell, used to thicken soups and sauces. Another way of utilising katakuriko is to mix it with spices and lightly sprinkle it over pieces of chicken or other ingredients before frying them. A very versatile foodstuff, katakuriko helps keep the nutrients and the taste of the ingredients in the food. Nowadays, potato starch or cornstarch are often used as a substitute for katakuriko, since natural dogtooth violet starch has become very expensive. Curry / Stew Roux Japanese Curry / Stew Roux Introduced to the country by British traders in the 19th century, curry and rice has become a firm favourite in Japan. It is usually made by frying and boiling the meat and vegetables then adding a premixed curry roux. There are many varieties of roux, ranging from mild to very spicy. Two kinds of roux can be mixed in order to get the desired flavour. Pre-cooked vacuum-packed curries with meat and vegetables are an even easier option. Similarly, there are roux for stews, as well as convenient precooked packet forms. パン粉 Panko Breadcrumbs See p47 Japanese breadcrumbs, known as panko, are popular throughout Asia, and thought to be lighter and fluffier than European breadcrumbs – likely because bread crusts are not used to make panko – giving finished dishes a distinctive, airy crunch, thanks to the fact that panko does not absorb as much oil as ordinary breadcrumbs. Panko is a crucial ingredient for the popular tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlet), and can be used to coat chicken, fish and vegetables before frying. Panko is also a great binding agent for fishcakes. J JAAPPAANNEESSEE F O O D G GLLO OSSSSAARRYY JA J AP PAANNEESSEE FFO OO OD D G L O SSSSAARRYY Kanpyo is a unique traditional food made from Instant Foods & Frozen Foods そば Soba たくあん Takuan Pickled Radish Noodles 冷凍惣菜 Reito Sozai Frozen Ready Meals / Ingredients See p49 Sozai is a term for Japanese everyday side dishes. Often put in bento lunchboxes, typical sozai include tempura, croquettes, meat cutlets, omelettes, spring rolls, fried fish and gyoza and shumai dumplings. Frozen sozai that can be cooked in the microwave or oven are a popular and convenient option for busy working parents who need to prepare lunchboxes for their children. Fried foods such as croquettes, spring rolls and tempura are particularly appreciated as it takes a lot of time and effort to cook them from scratch. Flour & Starch Snacks & Confectionery せんべい / あられ Senbei / Arare Rice Crackers Senbei and arare are traditional snacks consumed in Japan for over 1,200 years. Senbei are crispy crackers made from Japonica rice. They are usually flat in shape, and are fried or traditionally baked over charcoal, giving them their distinctive aroma. Senbei can be salted, flavoured with soy sauce or shrimp, sesame-coated, baked with soy beans or nuts inside, sugarpuffed or wrapped in seaweed (norimaki ). Arare are smaller bite-sized versions of senbei, made from glutinous rice. They too come in a variety of flavours and colours. 和菓子 Wagashi Traditional Japanese Sweets See p49 天ぷら粉 Tempurako Seasoned Rice Premix Tempura Flour One of the most popular ways to enjoy rice is to make takikomi gohan (literally “boiled with rice”), where the rice is cooked along with assorted vegetables and sometimes meat or seafood. Popular ingredients include takenoko (bamboo shoots), kuri chestnuts and matsutake mushrooms. A convenient way of enjoying the dish is to use one of the large variety of premixed takikomi gohan, which are available in dried or vacuum-packed form along with many kinds of added ingredients. Made from wheat flour, baking powder, powdered egg and other ingredients, tempura flour is made into a batter to produce the wonderfully crispy Japanese fritters known as tempura. Since it is difficult to make perfect tempura, it is easier to use a premix. Tempurako gives tempura its unique crispy texture and retains the flavour of the ingredients it coats such as prawns, aubergine and shiitake mushrooms. Although tempurako is made for tempura, it can also be used for o-konomiyaki (savoury pancakes) to add a lighter texture. See p47 Wagashi are traditional confectionery, considered delicacies in Japan. The making of wagashi is a fine art, as their shape and design are as important as their taste. An integral part of the traditional Japanese tea ceremony, each wagashi often represents one of the seasons or a locality. They contain local and seasonal ingredients such as fruit and vegetables. Wagashi can be steamed, baked or made from jelly; there are also half-dried and dried varieties, which keep for longer. Using natural ingredients, wagashi are said to be healthier than the average sweet. 21 Japanese Food Selection Sourcing top quality, authentic Japanese food is made simple with this comprehensive directory of ingredients, ready-made products, soft & alcoholic beverages, food-related machinery and other products. Conveniently arranged by category with companies listed in alphabetical order, each section introduces products from one or more manufacturers or distributors, each carefully selected on their reputation for authenticity and quality. Each entry includes details of who to contact for further information and there are references to our Japanese Food Glossary, packed with essential information on many items. The numbers by the Distribution box are linked to the numbers in the Japanese Food at Source section on the following pages. Rice & Rice-related Products 25 Alcoholic Drinks 27 Teas & Soy Drinks 34 Soy Products 36 Condiments 43 Processed & Snack Products 46 Food-related Products 51 Japonica White Rice / Rice Enhancer Hakumai S HI ( Japonica White Rice) Hakumai See p16 ( Japonica White Rice) See p16 ND AMERICAN RICE The perfect partners NISHIKI RICE Nishiki, the signature rice brand of JFC International Inc, is a premium medium grain rice grown in the rich soil and crystal clear water of California. Okomesan Today many kinds of rice are used in Italy, but until the 1950s short grain rice was the main variety grown. In 1980, Morimoto began researching why this rice differed from that grown in Japan. In 2002, a variety of rice perfectly suited to Japanese cuisine was identified and trademarked as Okomesan. Japanese rice-polishing machines give Okomesan a delicious, just-polished flavour. Brown rice (Kogane) and mochigome rice (Mochicco) varieties are also available, and can be exported to all parts of Europe. Distribution Contact company directly Hakumai Tamanishiki is a super premium short grain rice from California. It was developed in partnership between JFC and a rice crop specialist. Tamanishiki rice is a combination of Koshihikari rice and Yumegokochi rice, with rich flavour and excellent texture. CHOOSE See p16 & p21 Europe: 1 29 48 151 炊飯用酵素材 Suihanyo Kosozai (Rice Enhancer) QUALITY INGREDIENTS, MAKE SURE YOU USE CALIFORNIA PERFECT SUSHI RICE. FOR YOU AND YOUR CUSTOMERS. Quality Mechandise & Good Service Qualität & Service garantiert Qualité de merchandise & service garantis INTERNATIONAL (EUROPE) GROUP JFC (UK) Ltd. Tel: +44 (20) 8963 7600 ( Japonica White Rice) Contact THE HIGHEST It is no wonder that Tamanishiki rice is widely used at prestigious Japanese restaurants throughout the USA, in Europe, Australia and Asia. www.jfc.eu JFC Deutschland GmbH Tel: +49-(0)211-5374160 JFC (UK) Ltd. Tel: +44-(0)20-8963-7600 JFC France S.A.R.L. Tel: +33-(0)1-40-86-42-00 JFC Austria GmbH Tel: +43-(0)2236-908860-11 Web: www.jfc.eu Address: Via Negrone Manara, 29 Albonese 27020 Italy Tel: +39-038452277 Fax: +39-0384524807 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.italpo.it TAMANISHIKI RICE JFC Deutschland GmbH Tel: +49 (211) 537 4160 JFC International (Europe) Group ITALPO ENTERPRISE. S.r.l. Sushi experts agree that Nishiki is their number one choice. JFC International (Europe) Group offers a range of premium grade rice. Nishiki rice is a top quality, California medium-grain rice that well surpasses, in aroma, flavour and texture, any other rice in its class. Yume-Nishiki, a super premium type of koshihikari rice, is carefully produced in Italy under the watchful eye of expert Japanese growers. Cultivated using traditional methods, this short-grain variety has large, plump grains that are full of flavour. R I C E & R I C E - R E L AT E D P R O D U C T S Nishiki is one of the most popular rice brands today. Ideal when quality, flavour and texture is crucial. JFC Premium Rice, Nishiki & Yume-Nishiki JFC France S.A.R.L Tel: +33 (0) 14086 4200 JFC International (Europe) GmbH Tel: +49 (211) 537 4160 www.usarice.eu Japanese Short Grain Rice Miola New Asia Trading has been specialising in the trade and export of premium quality food products for more than 50 years. Its wide range of products includes an outstanding Japonica rice line-up. Rice, both polished and unpolished, is available in sizes from 1kg to 1000kg, at very attractive prices. The range includes award-winning varieties as chosen by qualified rice sommeliers at the annual International Contest on Rice Taste Evaluation. New Asia Trading also caters for a variety of consumer needs, from microwaveable packets (200g) of rice prepared with the finest spring water to home sushi sets. Miola, made with naturally-occurring enzymes amylase and protease, has been developed to guarantee perfectly soft, fluffy rice every time. Miola ensures consistently delicious rice by boosting water absorption and quickening the transformation of rigid beta-starch to soft alpha-starch; it can also prevent undercooking. Rice cooked with Miola also keeps fresher for longer. Miola is available in two types: Rice Miola for white rice and Rice Miola Gold for sushi rice. Ideally, sushi rice should be light and full of air, and Rice Miola Gold is widely used by professional sushi chefs in Japan to achieve this. New Asia Trading Co., Ltd. Ohtsuka Chemical Industrial Co., Ltd. Address: 301, 3-3-9 Senba Chuo, Chuo-ku, Osaka 541-0055 Japan Tel: +81-(0)6-6245-0251 Fax: +81-(0)6-6245-0255 E-mail: [email protected] Address: 168 Shimoosaka, Kawagoe-shi, Saitaima 350-0812 Japan Tel: +81-(0)49-231-1260 Fax: +81-(0)49-231-1264 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.otuka-ci.co.jp Distribution Contact company directly Distribution Europe: 29 48 151 166 25 Rice Wine Sake ( Rice Wine) Akashi-Tai Genmai Aged Sake Akashi Sake Brewery Co., Ltd. See p16 Distribution Europe: 55 135 Asia: 200 206 Others: 232 Tamaki Sake is an exquisitely full-bodied yet mellow tasting blend made by the Akita Seishu brewery, a 140 year old family owned company from Akita in the north of Japan. Tamaki Sake is junmai, meaning that it is pure rice sake with no sugar or alcohol added. Its only ingredients are naturally grown, chemical-free rice and the soft snow melt water from the nearby spring. Akita’s pure mountain air and cold winters create an ideal environment for the traditional slow method of sake brewing. Tamaki is made using the time-consuming yamahai method, which results in a more rounded and distinctive flavour. Clearspring Ltd. Address: Unit 19A, Acton Park Estate, London W3 7QE U.K. Tel: +44-(0)20-8749-1781 Fax: +44-(0)20-8811-8893 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.clearspring.co.uk ALCOHOLIC DRINKS Address: 1-3 Okura Hachiman-cho, Akashi-shi, Hyogo 673-0871 Japan Tel: +81-(0)78-919-0277 Fax: +81-(0)78-919-4377 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.akashi-tai.com/eng ( Rice Wine) ( Rice Wine) Clearspring Tamaki Sake Akashi-Tai offers a range of award-winning products. Its AkashiTai Genmai (brown rice) Aged Sake is a new and unique sake produced from the finest Yamada Nishiki brown rice and aged since 2002. It is best enjoyed at room temperature. Its nose of lime, juniper and bitter cocoa and the delicate hints of caramel, lime and cocoa on the palate suit a wide range of dishes such as prawn tempura, roast lamb, curry, and desserts such as chocolate soufflé. Sake Sake See p16 Distribution Europe: 132 See p16 Sake ( Rice Wine) See p16 Daishichi Minowamon Hakutsuru Junmai Excellent The Daishichi Sake Brewery Co., Ltd. was established in 1752 in Nihonmatsu (Fukushima Prefecture), north-eastern Japan. Daishichi makes rich, mellow sake whose outstanding reputation comes from an insistence on a strictly traditional brewing tradition: the Kimoto method. All Daishichi products are superb examples of Kimoto sake and have won high praise worldwide. They are used at important international events such as the G8 (Japan, 2008). Kimoto sake possesses a wealth of savoury flavour constituents and therefore excellent food pairings can be made with dishes from around the world. This is Hakutsuru’s signature sake, brewed using traditional techniques developed and refined over the last 260 years. Junmai Excellent is characterised by its well-matured, full-bodied taste and mellow tones. Its levels of dryness and sweetness vary depending on serving temperature, so it is suitable for accompanying a range of cuisine. If served hot, it suits salty or rich dishes, such as tempura, sukiyaki, tofu dishes or nabe hot pots, whereas cold it is ideal with sushi, sashimi and other fresh dishes. Daishichi Sake Brewery Co., Ltd. Address: 1-66 Takeda, Nihonmatsu-shi, Fukushima 964-0902 Japan Tel: +81-(0)243-23-0007 Fax: +81-(0)243-23-0008 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.daishichi.com Distribution Europe: 29 48 90 151 Asia: 199 Others: 214 223 224 Hakutsuru Sake Brewing Co., Ltd. Address: 4-5-5 Sumiyoshiminami-machi, Higashinada-ku, Kobe-shi, Hyogo 658-0041 Japan Tel: +81-(0)78-822-8921 Fax: +81-(0)78-841-8332 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.hakutsuru-sake.com www.hakutsuru.co.jp Distribution Europe: 161 Asia: 188 196 197 207 208 209 Others: 219 27 Rice Wine Rice Wine Sake ( Rice Wine) Sake See p16 ( Rice Wine) Sake See p16 ( Rice Wine) See p16 Gekkeikan Traditional Sake Chikurin Urakasumi Sake The secret to the wonderfully soft, smooth sake produced by the Gassan Brewery is the purity of the local water that bubbles up at the Mt. Gassan foothills. This spring has been deemed one of Japan’s best water sources, and contains optimal levels of carbon dioxide, oxygen and minerals for outstanding sake. Surrounded by beech forest, the brewery made its first products over 300 years ago, and is a much-loved local brewery to this day. Elegant and well-rounded on the palate, this sake is a real find; a truly historic local drink that distils the grandeur of the surrounding nature into every delicious drop. Founded in 1637, Gekkeikan brews premium sake in the ancient capital of Kyoto with a spirit of both tradition and innovation. As one of Japan’s top sake brewers, Gekkeikan has long been a favourite in Japanese households and is now finding favour with consumers in international markets. Brewed in Kyoto and California, Gekkeikan Traditional Sake is naturally brewed with quality japonica rice and contains no added sulfites. This sake can be served at roomed temperature, chilled or over ice. If warmed, it may be best heated to 40-50°C (104122°F) but should never be served as a hot beverage like tea. Chikurin sake is made from rice that has gone through a unique process called san’o: the rice is left to wither 3 times before harvesting, producing first-class sake rice. The brewery is located within an officially designated sake rice-growing region, and was the first to be fully organic in its production. There are four blends, the most recent of which is Organic Chikurin Karoyaka. This sake, which has a lovely soft finish on the palate, was the first blend developed after the brewery achieved full organic accreditation in 2007, and in 2009 achieved USDA NOP accreditation. Both soft, refreshing Junmai Urakasumi and the light, crisp Junmai Ginjo Urakasumi Zen (premium sake where the rice has been highly polished) are brewed slowly at low temperatures, using Saura’s unique yeast. This careful process allows the sake to develop the elegant fragrance and soft taste that characterises the brand. Both are excellent accompaniments to fish and other dishes, their subtle, balanced flavour enhancing any meal. The Junmai Ginjo box and label are decorated with zenga, ink paintings inspired by zen philosophy. Both sake can be enjoyed either chilled, at room temperature, or slightly warmed. Gekkeikan Sake Co., Ltd. Address: 2485 Honjo Kamogata-machi, Asakuchi-shi, Okayama 719-0232 Japan Tel: +81-(0)865-44-3155 Fax: +81-(0)865-44-3156 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.chikurin.jp Distribution Contact company directly Sake ( Rice Wine) Address: 247 Minamihama-cho, Fushimi-ku, Kyoto 612-8660 Japan Tel: +81-(0)75-623-2050 Fax: +81-(0)75-622-0312 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.gekkeikan.co.jp Sake ( Rice Wine) Saura Co., Ltd. Address: 2-19 Motomachi, Shiogama-shi, Miyagi 985-0052 Japan Tel: +81-(0)22-362-4165 Fax: +81-(0)22-362-7895 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.urakasumi.com Distribution Europe: 169 Distribution Contact company directly See p16 Marumoto Sake Brewery Co., Ltd. See p16 Sake Distribution Europe: 38 169 Asia: 187 198 202 Others: 220 ( Rice Wine) See p16 Hakkaisan Sake Jalux Sake from Okayama Pref. Hideyoshi Sake Founded in 1922, Hakkaisan is situated at the foot of Mount Hakkai in Niigata and uses spring water that flows from the mountain to produce its sake. The guiding principles of the brewery are to produce the finest light sake of which people will never tire, and to apply the highest standards of daiginjo production to all its sake. In order to achieve the smooth and wonderfully pure and mellow flavours of Hakkaisan's sake, the brewery insists on producing in small batches, using hand-made koji mould and slow fermentation at low temperatures. Okayama Prefecture, blessed with a favourable climate and fresh water, is one of Japan’s foremost areas for rice production. High quality regional rice brands include Omachimai, Asahimai, Akebonomai and Kibi no Hana. This premium rice is the secret behind Okayama’s rich variety of delicious, complex and locallybrewed sake. Jalux Europe presents a carefully selected range of superlative blends from Okayama Prefecture’s best breweries: MIYASHITA SAKE BREWERY, MUROMACHI SHUZO CO., LTD., and YOIKIGEN SAKE CO., LTD. The soft water and cold winters of Akita Prefecture, home of the Hideyoshi Brewery, are ideal for sake brewing. The resulting sake are deliciously soft, smooth and round on the palate. There is the light, fresh and creamy Namacho, the extraordinary Amakarapin with an initial melon sweetness transforming into rich coffee and the elegant Akinota with an aromatic herbal nose and juniper berries and grapefruit on the palate. Hakkaisan Brewery Co., Ltd. Jalux Europe Ltd. Address: 1051 Nagamori, Minamiuonuma-shi, Niigata 949-7112 Japan Tel: +81-(0)25-775-3121 Fax: +81-(0)25-775-3300 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.hakkaisan.co.jp Address: Mimosa House, 12 Princes St. London W1B 2LL U.K. Tel: +44-(0)20-7493-0391 Fax: +44-(0)20-7495-6090 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.japanesecraftseu.co.uk Distribution Europe: 29 48 151 Asia: 192 202 204 205 Others: 216 226 Distribution Europe: 149 ALCOHOLIC DRINKS Address: 769-1 Oaza Yasawa, Sagae-shi, Yamagata 990-0521 Japan Tel: +81-(0)237-87-1114 Fax: +81-(0)237-87-1163 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.gassan-sake.co.jp (under renewal) ALCOHOLIC DRINKS ( Rice Wine) Ginrei Gassan Sake Gassan Sake Brewery Co., Ltd. (Yamagata Pref.) 28 Sake See p16 Suzuki Shuzouten Co., Ltd. Address: 9 Futsuka-machi, Nagano, Daisen-shi, Akita 014-0207 Japan Tel: +81-(0)187-56-2121 Fax: +81-(0)187-56-2124 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.hideyoshi.co.jp Contact [U.K.] Sam Sake E-mail [email protected] [China] Beijing Zhongqiu E-mail [email protected] [U.S.A.] Winebow, Inc E-mail [email protected] Distribution Europe: 164 Asia: 186 Others: 230 Sake ( Rice Wine) See p16 Sho Chiku Bai Shirakabe-gura Kimoto Junmai Sho Chiku Bai Shirakabe-gura Kimoto Junmai is brewed using the Kimoto method, a traditional process that creates complexity in aroma and taste. It is made with pure, natural water from Kobe’s Nada district and 100% Gohyakumangoku rice. Fragrant and estery on the nose, with hints of melon, it is soft and cerealy on the palate. Medium-bodied with well-balanced acidity; serve chilled or at room temperature. This sake can be paired widely, including lightly seasoned starters and richer main courses. Takara Shuzo Co., Ltd. Address: Shijo-Karasuma Higashiiru, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto 600-8688 Japan Tel: +81-(0)75-212-5074 Fax: +81-(0)75-212-5098 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.takarashuzo.co.jp Distribution Contact company directly 29 Japanese Clear Spirit / Japanese Beer / Japanese Artisan Beer Japanese Clear Spirit Shochu ( Japanese Clear Spirit) See p16 See p16 Shochu ( Japanese Clear Spirit) Beer See p16 ( Japanese Beer) See p16 Fujii-shuzo Shochu Range Tanabata Asahi Super Dry & Asahi Black Carefully distilled according to traditional methods using only authentic Japanese ingredients, Tokiwa is a premium rice shochu. With 25% abv it tastes clean and dry to the palate with subtle hints of lime, peach and lychee. Tokiwa can be enjoyed over ice, with a meal or as a digestif, but also makes a perfect cocktail ingredient. To make chuhai pour 50ml Akashi-Tai Tokiwa in a glass with ice and top up with grapefruit juice or green tea. The Fujii-shuzo has a stunning range of character-full shochu to suit any taste. Fushigiya barley shochu is an award-winning blend, robust with a distinct aroma. Bungo no Sato is the brewery’s premium blend, an organic barley shochu, mellow and complex; a cellar-aged version is available in a striking ceramic bottle. The same finest quality water and koji are used in potato shochu, such as the outstanding Nomichore, bottled in both glass and ceramic. Careful cellar-aging makes this gently sweet, mellow shochu an eminently drinkable and versatile choice. The Tasaki Distillery, established in 1888, is located in an area famed for the purity of its water. Since then it has built up a reputation for making outstanding shochu from this natural water and locally grown sweet potatoes of the highest quality. The distillery excels at maturing shochu, resulting in a rich aroma and complex flavour, using traditional methods passed down faithfully through the ages. Tanabata is a particularly special shochu, rich with the natural sweetness of the potatoes, smooth on the palate, with an elegant and rounded finish. Asahi has been brewing beer in Japan since 1889 and is renowned for its pursuit of excellence and pioneering spirit. Asahi means rising sun in Japanese and Asahi Super Dry is the best selling beer brand in Japan. Asahi Super Dry is brewed to an authentic Japanese recipe using only the finest natural ingredients. This clean, crisp and refreshing taste is absolutely perfect with Japanese foods. Fujii-shuzo Corporation Co., Ltd. Tasaki Distillery Address: 213-2 Notsuichi, Oaza, Notsu-machi, Usuki-shi, Oita 875-0201 Japan Tel: +81-(0)974-32-2008 Fax: +81-(0)974-32-2410 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.fujii-shuzo.com Address: 696 Ozato Ichikikushikino-shi, Kagoshima 899-2103 Japan Tel: +81-(0)996−36−3000 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www5.ocn.ne.jp/~tasaki Distribution Europe: 55 135 Asia: 200 206 Others: 232 Shochu ( Japanese Clear Spirit) Distribution Contact company directly See p16 Shochu ( Japanese Clear Spirit) Asahi Breweries, Ltd. Europe Branch Address: 17 Connaught Pl. London W2 2EL U.K. Tel: +44-(0)20-7706-8330 Fax: +44-(0)20-7706-4220 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.asahibeer.co.uk Distribution Contact company directly Distribution Europe: 166 See p16 Beer ( Japanese Beer) See p16 クラフトビール Craft Beer (Japanese Artisan Beer) Gekkeikan Bizan Hakutake Shiro Rice Shochu Kirin Ichiban Hitachino Nest Beer Shochu is a traditional Japanese distilled beverage which has steadily grown in popularity since the 1990s. Gekkeikan specialises in rice-based shochu and has developed a production method based on low temperature fermentation, distillation and aging, resulting in a soft and fruity character. Gekkeikan's finest shochu includes the rich Bizan Gold, which blends oak barrelaged shochu with fresh shochu. Bizan Super has a complex, refreshing flavour, with sake lees from ginjo sake added during the fermentation process. Sake lees are also added to Bizan Clear, which is light and easy to drink. Hakutake Shiro is a premium rice shochu produced in southern Japan. It takes as its main ingredient the mineral-rich subsoil water that flows into the River Kuma from the region's mountains. Shochu made here is known as Kuma Shochu, and has a 500 year history. Tradition, timehonoured techniques, and nature’s bounty are combined into this rich, mellow shochu, which is crisp and fresh on the palate. The fruity, elegant rice-based notes and easy-drinking style make it ideal with almost any dish. It is also excellent enjoyed on the rocks. Kirin beer was first brewed in 1888 and derives its name from the kirin, a mythical creature said to be part deer, part dragon and hailed as a harbinger of good fortune. Ichiban refers to the unique Ichiban Shibori (first pressed) brewing method which uses only the sweet, flavoursome liquid from a single, first pressing of the finest ingredients. This method gives Kirin Ichiban its crispness, purity and smoothness. Takahashi Shuzoh Co., Ltd. Address: Louise-Dumont-Str. 31 Düsseldorf 40211 Germany Tel: +49-(0)211-353086 Fax: +49-(0)211-363996 Web: www.kirineurope.com Founded in 1823, the Kiuchi Brewery’s Nest Beer range is a clear expression of its long tradition and superlative techniques. The range features a White Ale, a slightly cloudy beer with notes of coriander and orange. Its Weizen Beer is a refreshing brew with a delicate banana-like fragrance. Its Amber Ale is a take on an English classic, blending velvety malt with the bitterness of hops, creating a well-balanced, classic beer. Nest Beer has won numerous international awards, including Champion Beer at the Brewing Industry International Awards and two gold medals at the World Beer Cup. Gekkeikan Sake Co., Ltd. Address: 247 Minamihama-cho, Fushimi-ku, Kyoto 612-8660 Japan Tel: +81-(0)75-623-2050 Fax: +81-(0)75-622-0312 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.gekkeikan.co.jp Distribution Contact company directly Address: 498 Gonoharu-machi, Hitoyoshi-shi, Kumamoto 868-8505 Japan Tel: +81-(0)966-24-5155 Fax: +81-(0)966-24-8115 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.hakutake.co.jp/company_eng/index.html Distribution Contact company directly ALCOHOLIC DRINKS Address: 1-3 Okura Hachiman-cho, Akashi-shi, Hyogo 673-0871 Japan Tel: +81-(0)78-919-0277 Fax: +81-(0)78-919-4377 E-mail: [email protected] (for info and recipes) Web: www.akashi-tai.com/eng ALCOHOLIC DRINKS ( Japanese Clear Spirit) Akashi-Tai Tokiwa Rice Shochu Akashi Sake Brewery Co., Ltd. 30 Shochu Kirin Europe GmbH Distribution Contact company directly Kiuchi Brewery Address: 1257 Konosu, Naka-shi, Ibaraki 311-0133 Japan Tel: +81-(0)29-298-0105 Fax: +81-(0)29-295-4580 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.kodawari.cc Distribution Others: 218 31 Japanese Apricot Liqueur / Plum Liqueur / Japanese Wine Umeshu ( Japanese Apricot Liqueur) Umeshu See p16 See p16 Akashi-Tai Shiraume Umeshu CHOYA Umeshu is usually made by marinating plums in plain white alcohol, but Shiraume Umeshu uses a premium ginjo-type sake instead to slowly extract the fruit essences. Once the marinade is complete the plums are removed and then the umeshu is left to mature for 2 years for extra smoothness and richness. It is best enjoyed with ice or mixed with soda. Selected as one of Decanter magazine’s top 10 Christmas drinks in 2009, Shiraume Umeshu has a nose of dried fruit, date, plum and apricot and is sweet and rich to the palate with a velvety, dry finish. Founded in 1914 as a winery, CHOYA began producing umeshu using only natural ingredients in 1959 and is today the world’s leading umeshu producer. Scientific research has shown that ume (a Japanese apricot-like fruit) contains unique relaxing properties and many health benefits. CHOYA Umeshu is smooth and refreshing. It can be served as an aperitif or dessert liqueur on its own or in cocktails. Akashi Sake Brewery Co., Ltd. Distribution Europe: 55 135 Asia: 200 206 Others: 232 プラムリキュール Plum Liqueur (Plum Liqueur) Address: 160-1 Komagatani, Habikino-shi, Osaka 583-0841 Japan Tel: +81-(0)72-956-0579 Fax: +81-(0)72-956-5384 Web: www.choya.com Contact CHOYA UMESHU (DEUTSCHLAND) GmbH Tel: +49-(0)2154-48-98-10 CHOYA UMESHU (SHANGHAI) CO., LTD. Tel: +86-(0)21-61416508 Distribution Europe: 172 Asia: 204 Wine ( Japanese Wine) See p16 PRUCIA Plum Liqueur De France Grace Koshu Kayagatake PRUCIA is a premium plum liqueur from France — a fusion of Japanese and French culture. French-grown Golden Japan plums are carefully handpicked and placed them into the best quality grape spirits. Aged in brandy casks and matured to perfection, this unique nectar is a harmonious blend, extremely smooth, fresh and delicate. Enjoy PRUCIA Plum Liqueur De France chilled with ice or as the ultimate Kir Royal. ISAKE is a leading company for premium Japanese sake as well as PRUCIA, presenting a collection of sake traditionally produced in Japan. PRUCIA Plum Liqueur De France is available in a stylish 700ml bottle. Koshu is a Vitis Vinifera variety, similar to Sauvignon Blanc, from the Kayagatake grape-growing district. Grace Koshu Kayagatake has a sharply citrus and minerally nose combined with a smoky aroma that comes from the sur lies ageing process. The gentle flavour is well-balanced while maintaining body, with a long finish of citrus fruits. Regarded as one of the best Koshu wines for its elegance and vitality, it was part of the 2010 Koshu of Japan tasting in London, where it was extremely well received. This wine has been authorised for import by the European Union. ISAKE UK Ltd. Address: 173 Todoroki, Katsunuma-cho, Koshu-shi, Yamanashi 409-1315 Japan Tel: +81-(0)553-44-1230 Fax: +81-(0)553-44-0924 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.grace-wine.jp Address: Safestore, Ingate Pl. Battersea, London SW8 3NS U.K. Tel: +44-(0)795-293-9066 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.isake.co.uk Distribution Europe: 148 ALCOHOLIC DRINKS Address: 1-3 Okura Hachiman-cho, Akashi-shi, Hyogo 673-0871 Japan Tel: +81-(0)78-919-0277 Fax: +81-(0)78-919-4377 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.akashi-tai.com/eng CHOYA UMESHU CO., LTD. Chuo Budoshu Co., Ltd. Distribution Contact company directly 33 Japanese Tea / Mineral Water / Soy Milk / Sweet Rice Drink Japanese Tea ( Japanese Tea) See pp16 -17 ( Japanese Tea) See pp16 -17 O-cha ( Japanese Tea) See pp16 -17 ミネラルウォーター Mineral Water (Mineral Water) Clearspring Organic Japanese Teas Maeda-en Green Tea KEIKO Green Tea and Matcha Gingasui Clearspring’s range of organic green teas represents the very finest tea-making traditions in Japan. In the hills above Kyoto, a third generation of the Nagata family uses time-honoured organic methods to care for their tea gardens. Regular composting and the absence of chemical sprays give these teas a superb flavour. Selected picking and careful processing creates a distinct character for each Clearspring Japanese tea; there is a tea for every time of day, every meal. Teas are estate packed and foil sealed for freshness. Since 1984, Maeda-en has been distributing premium quality 100% Japanese-grown green tea worldwide in both retail and bulk sizes. The wide range of unique Maeda-en teas includes selections to satisfy professional caterers, individuals, connoisseurs and newcomers. Rich in nutrients and antioxidants, the teas are reasonably priced and are available in leaf, powder or convenient, fine mesh tea bags. As well as being an authentic and traditional maker of superb green tea leaves, Maeda-en also creates innovative green tea products for modern consumers. Clearspring Ltd. Maeda-en (G.T.Japan, Inc.) KEIKO is an internationally renowned brand of shaded Japanese green tea produced by Shimodozono in Kagoshima, an area with ideal conditions for the cultivation of this certified organic tea. The shading method, in which kabuse (shading) nets protect the crop from the sun, along with organic cultivation, ensures a distinctively fresh-flavoured and highly aromatic tea. KEIKO offers a wide range of green teas, matcha, green tea chocolates, tea sweets, genuine Japanese teapots and tea-making accessories as well as the world's first green tea matcha machine. Just one drop of Gingasui can change the taste of your cooking dramatically; this premium water will have you converted in just one sip. Kirishima, in the southern island of Kyushu, has long been considered a divine area and is the home of Japanese mythology. Gingasui is sourced from deep underground here, from reserves dating back to ancient times, and is the best and purest mineral water in Japan. It has been awarded the Monde Selection Grand Gold Medal for 5 consecutive years. This water is distinct for its characteristic smoothness, which can palpably change the taste of cooking with just one drop. Address: Unit 19A, Acton Park Estate, London W3 7QE U.K. Tel: +44-(0)20-8749-1781 Fax: +44-(0)20-8811-8893 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.clearspring.co.uk Address: 16591 Millikan Ave. Irvine, CA 92606 U.S.A. Tel: +1-949-251-9601 Fax: +1-949-251-9602 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.maeda-en.com Shimodozono International GmbH Noguchi General Laboratory Co., Ltd. Address: Strothestrasse 50, 49356 Diepholz, Germany Tel: +49-(0)5441-984144 Fax: +49-(0)5441-984145 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.keikotee.de Address: 1-10-9 Tsunehisa, Miyazaki 880-0913 Japan Tel: +81-(0)985-54-7017 Fax: +81-(0)985-54-7076 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.noguchi-soken.jp Distribution Europe: 132 O-cha ( Japanese Tea) See pp16 -17 Distribution Europe: 1 29 48 151 Asia: 195 Others: 211 215 221 222 223 224 225 231 O-cha ( Japanese Tea) Distribution Contact company directly See pp16 -17 豆乳 Tonyu ( Soy Milk) Distribution Contact company directly See p19 甘酒 Amazake ( Sweet Rice Drink) See p19 Maeda-en Sen-cha Tea Bags (100) Sasaki Premium Tea Powders Marusan Soy Milk Amazake Maeda-en Sen-cha Green Tea Tea Bags (100) are the renowned tea company’s most popular product. Maeda-en green tea is enjoyed by tea lovers all over the world who seek taste, value and convenience. Carefully selected, 100% Japanese-grown green tea leaves are used, whilst great effort is paid to the special blending that gives Maeda-en products such a fresh green colour and distinctive aroma. Green tea has high levels of catechins, a type of polyphenol known for its very beneficial antioxidants. Maeda-en Sen-cha Green Tea may be served either hot or cold. Sasaki Green Tea Co., Ltd. is located in the heart of Shizuoka Prefecture, where over 40% of Japanese green tea leaves are produced. Sasaki has 88 years of history and manages 500 acres of plantations. The company oversees the entire production process, from cultivation to manufacturing to shipping. The resulting green tea leaves, matcha and sencha powders are marketed to specialty shops, wholesale stores, food wholesalers and food processing companies. Green tea powders for use for colouring and flavouring in Japanese food, sweets, and ice cream are also supplied. In addition to its miso products (see page 39), Marusan-Ai pioneered sterilised packaging for soy milk and began producing it in the mid 1970s. Marusan soy milk owes its particular flavour to over 30 years of continuous efforts to improve its taste, by eliminating the off-putting smell which can make soy milk unpalatable, and bringing out the natural taste of soy beans. As well as plain soy milk, the range includes sweetened and unsweetened, malt, green tea and fermented yoghurt flavoured soy milk drinks. This easy-to-drink, gently sweet and refreshing soft drink is made from premium koji and nutrition-rich Japanese rice. It can also be used as a delicious and wholesome alternative to sugar when baking. Mix with soy milk and coffee for an amazake latte, or use instead of milk in pancakes, puddings and stews. Amazake contains no simple sugars, salt, preservatives or sweeteners; its gentle sweetness is from the rice koji alone, making it rich in essential amino acids and vitamins. Brown rice, organic brown rice and white rice versions are available. Marusan-Ai Co., Ltd. Yamato Soysauce & Miso Co., Ltd. Maeda-en (G.T.Japan, Inc.) Sasaki Green Tea Co., Ltd. Address: 16591 Millikan Ave. Irvine, CA 92606 U.S.A. Tel: +1-949-251-9601 Fax: +1-949-251-9602 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.maeda-en.com Address: 350 Kamiuchida, Kakegawa-shi, Sizuoka 436-0012 Japan Tel: +81-(0)537-22-6151 Fax: +81-(0)537-22-6150 E-mail: [email protected], [email protected] Web: www.sasaki-seicha.com Address: 1 Niki-cho Aza Arashita, Okazaki-shi, Aichi 444-2193 Japan Tel: +81-(0)564-27-3747 Fax: +81-(0)564-27-3716 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.marusanai.co.jp/english/index.html Address: 4-E-170 Oonomachi, Kanazawa-shi, Ishikawa 920-0331 Japan Tel: +81-(0)76-268-1248 Fax: +81-(0)76-268-1242 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.yamato-soysauce-miso.com Distribution Europe: 1 29 48 151 Asia: 195 Others: 211 215 221 222 223 224 225 231 34 O-cha Distribution Contact company directly Distribution Contact company directly TEAS & SOFT DRINKS TEAS & SOFT DRINKS O-cha Distribution Europe: 32 37 Others: 212 35 Soy Sauce / Wheat-free Soy Sauce / Oyster Soy Sauce / Fish Sauce Soy Sauce ( Soy Sauce) See p17 Shoyu ( Soy Sauce) See p17 Marukin Soy Sauce & Morita Tamari Series KIKKOMAN Naturally Brewed Soy Sauce Marukin Chuyu, located in ideal temperate conditions on the island of Shodo, enjoys a fine reputation for the superb flavour and aroma of its soy sauce. Its range includes rich, dark koikuchi, lighter usukuchi and healthy low-salt gen-en varieties. The longestablished Morita brand continues to produce an exceptional range of traditional Japanese products, and is proud to be the leading producer of tamari, a thick, dark liquid that is the very finest of soy sauces, produced by fermenting soy beans. The world's largest producer of soy sauce, KIKKOMAN has been perfecting the art of naturally brewed soy sauce since the 17th century using just soy beans, wheat, salt and water. KIKKOMAN Soy Sauce develops its dark glossy colour and pronounced yet delicate flavour during brewing, which lasts up to six months. KIKKOMAN Soy Sauce is available in regular, less-salt, sweet and gluten free varieties. Completely natural, KIKKOMAN Soy Sauce contains no artificial flavours, colours or preservatives. JFLA Sales Inc. Kikkoman Trading Europe GmbH Address: 1-7-34 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi 460-0008 Japan Tel: +81-(0)52-857-1651 Fax: +81-(0)52-231-9113 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.j-fla.com Address: Theodorstrasse 293, 40472 Düsseldorf, Germany Tel: +49-(0)211-5375940 Fax: +49-(0)211-5379555 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.kikkoman.com Distribution Europe: 1 29 ( Soy Sauce) See p17 48 151 Shoda “Double Fermented” Naturally Brewed Soy Sauce Producing premium soy sauce for over a century, Shoda has been active in bringing its products and Japan’s culinary traditions to the rest of the world. Soy sauce lies at the very heart of Japanese cuisine, and Shoda’s Double Fermented Naturally Brewed Soy Sauce stands at the pinnacle of quality. Produced using specially-developed brewing techniques, this soy sauce has an elegant aroma, beautiful colour and rich flavour. Shoda offers a selection of all types of soy sauce, available in volumes ranging from bulk sizes to small sachets. Shoda Shoyu Co., Ltd. Address: 3-1 Sakae-cho, Tatebayashi-shi, Gunma 374-8510 Japan Tel: +81-(0)2-7674-8172 Fax: +81-(0)2-7674-7323 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.shoda.co.jp Contact [Europe] Shoda Sauces Europe Co., Ltd. Tel: +44-(0)1495-290393 Web: www.shodasauceseu.com 36 Shoyu ( Soy Sauce) See p17 Yamasa Japanese Soy Sauce A commitment to quality and tradition since 1645 has made Yamasa one of Japan’s leading manufacturers of soy sauce. The company’s success lies in its use of 100% natural ingredients and traditional production methods. Its reputation for high quality has led to increased worldwide demand and overseas expansion. Free from all artificial ingredients, such as chemicals DCP and 3MCPD, Yamasa's naturally brewed soy sauce is highly regarded all over the world. Yamasa Corporation Address: 1-23-8 Nihonbashi-Kakigaracho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0014 Japan Tel: +81-(0)3-3668-3366 Fax: +81-(0)3-3668-3177 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.yamasa.com ( Soy Sauce) See p17 牡蠣醤油 Kaki Shoyu Tamari (Wheat-free Soy Sauce) See p17 Clearspring Organic Tamari & Shoyu Clearspring Organic Tamari and Shoyu are outstanding examples of the quality of Clearspring products: top quality condiments, traditionally made to centuries-old recipes. Both are slowly fermented in cedarwood kegs for 12-24 months, creating rich, complex flavours full of umami. These sauces are perfect for use in dipping sauces and savoury dishes. Clearspring Tamari is wheat-free and gluten-free, making it the ideal choice for those with special diets, without any compromise on taste. Clearspring Ltd. Address: Unit 19A, Acton Park Estate, London W3 7QE U.K. Tel: +44-(0)20-8749-1781 Fax: +44-(0)20-8811-8893 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.clearspring.co.uk Distribution Europe: 132 Distribution Contact company directly Distribution Contact company directly Shoyu Shoyu ( Oyster Soy Sauce) 魚醤 Gyosho ( Fish Sauce) See p18 SANBISHI Japanese Soysauce Asamurasaki Oyster Soy Sauce Ayu Fish Sauce Sanbishi was established in 1896 at the foot of the Japanese Alps, halfway between Kyoto and Edo (now Tokyo). The company prides itself on a high standard of food safety, carrying out tests at the Central Analysis Center of its corporate group. Using soy beans, wheat, salt and alcohol in a traditional nonheating manufacturing method to gain an original taste and fragrance, Sanbishi supplies the best quality of Japanese soy sauce to the world. This sauce comes in 100ml, 180ml, 1000ml and 18l (BIB) packages. This award-winning oyster soy sauce is made from a blend of fresh Hiroshima oysters, kombu kelp, shiitake mushrooms, katsuobushi bonito flakes and authentically brewed soy sauce. A Grand Gold Medal Winner at the Monde Selection 2010, it also won the International High Quality Trophy. Pour over chilled tofu for a simple yet elegant dish. Combine with butter over heat to make a mouthwateringly delicious steak sauce. Dilute with water or hot water and use as a soup base. Asamurasaki’s advanced blending technology ensures a smooth taste that is complex and umami-rich. Hara Jirouzaemon is a long-established producer of miso and sauces. Its Ayu Fish Sauce is made only from salt and ayu (sweetfish). Unlike other fish sauces, Ayu Fish Sauce does not smell unpleasant and actually brings out the more fragrant aromas of other foods; it also contains twice as much umamirich amino acids as soy sauce. Used by top chefs, Ayu Fish Sauce is a new, versatile flavour enhancer which can be used in a variety of western dishes as well as in Japanese cuisine. Tolona Japan Co., Ltd. S.K.Y. Enterprise UK Ltd. Soysauce-Misosoup of Hara Jirouzaemon (Maruhara & Co.) Address: 5-3-10 Minamishinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 140-0004 Japan Tel: +81-(0)3-5461-7050 Fax: +81-(0)3-5461-8177 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.sanbishi.co.jp Address: Unit B, Alpha House, 158 Garth Rd. Morden, Surrey SM4 4TQ U.K. Tel: +44-(0)20-8337-9009 Fax: +44-(0)20-8337-0377 E-mail: [email protected] Address: 5-4 Nakahon-machi, Hita-shi, Oita 877-0047 Japan Tel: +81-(0)973-23-4145 Fax: +81-(0)973-23-8859 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.soysauce.co.jp Distribution Europe: 40 Distribution Europe: 166 SOY PRODUCTS SOY PRODUCTS Shoyu Distribution Europe: 37 Asia: 194 Others: 228 37 Fermented Soy Bean Paste Miso ( Fermented Soy Bean Paste) See p17 Hanamaruki Miso For Commercial and Home Use See p17 Ryotei-no-Aji is the first ever miso with dashi added during production. Japan’s top-selling miso, it captivates people with its delicious flavour and wonderful aroma. Soy beans, rice and salt are carefully fermented then, when the colour is still light, mixed with a delicious dashi of katsuo (bonito) and kombu (kelp). Carefully packaged to preserve flavour and aroma, delicious soup can be made by simply mixing it with boiling water and your favourite ingredients. Kyo-Kaiseki Dashi Miso and Low Salt Dashi-Free Miso are also available. Marukome Co., Ltd. Hanamaruki Foods Inc. Address: 1-34-7 Takadanobaba, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 169-8580 Japan Tel: +81-(0)3-5285-0111 Fax: +81-(0)3-5285-3208 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.marukome.co.jp, www.marukomeusa.com Contact [U.S.A.] Marukome U.S.A., Inc. 17132 Pullman Street, Irvine, CA 92614 U.S.A. Tel: +1-949-863-0110 E-mail: [email protected] Distribution Contact company directly See p17 Miso ( Fermented Soy Bean Paste) See p17 Marusan Natural Miso Masuyamiso Organic Miso Series Marusan-Ai has been producing processed soy bean foods since 1952, with a particular focus on miso and soy milk (see page 35), at facilities that have now achieved ISO 9001 status. Marusan’s 100% Additive-free Miso (red and blended types) is made from GM and additive-free ingredients sourced and grown in Japan – soy beans, rice, salt and water. The red miso is rich with umami from the soy bean protein, making it an excellent addition to brown sauces, whilst the subtle aroma of the blended version complements soups, such as minestrone. Both varieties blend well with butter and yoghurt. Masuyamiso has specialised in miso and related products since 1929. Its Toki Zukuri range is certified organic by the Japan Agricultural Food Standards (JAS) and is made with organic ingredients including Okinawa Shimamasu salt. The range includes a naturally fragrant and sweet barley miso and a combination miso made with barley and rice which has a delicate balance of sweet and salty flavours. Mikaeri Bijin Miso is a white miso paste which won a gold medal in 2007 and grand gold medal in 2008 in the prestigious Monde Selection. Marusan-Ai Co., Ltd. Masuyamiso Co., Ltd. Address: 1 Niki-cho Aza Arashita, Okazaki-shi, Aichi 444-2193 Japan Tel: +81-(0)564-27-3747 Fax: +81-(0)564-27-3716 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.marusanai.co.jp/english/index.html Address: 3-7-40 Nishi Chuo, Kure-shi, Hiroshima 737-0811 Japan Tel: +81-(0)823-21-6633 Fax: +81-(0)823-21-6636 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.masuyamiso.net Distribution Contact company directly SOY PRODUCTS Address: 2-15-4 Nihonbashi Kayaba-cho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-8205 Japan Tel: +81-(0)3-5651-3483 Fax: +81-(0)3-5651-3384 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.hanamaruki.co.jp ( Fermented Soy Bean Paste) ( Fermented Soy Bean Paste) Marukome Ryotei-no-Aji (750g) Hanamaruki miso paste is made from only the finest soy beans, cultivated on North American farms. Shiro (white) miso is a lightly coloured smooth paste with a delicate flavour, and Aka (red) miso has a stronger flavour. Both miso pastes are versatile, allowing for both traditional and creative cooking, and are available in both commercial and home-use types. Miso production is carried out under Hanamaruki’s own strict sanitation system. Miso Miso Distribution Contact company directly 39 Instant Miso Soup / Soy Bean Curd Sokuseki Misoshiru ( Instant Miso Soup) See p21 ( Instant Miso Soup) See p21 Clearspring Instant Miso Soups Instant Miso Soup 8 Servings Clearspring Chairman Christopher Dawson spent 18 years in Japan seeking out the finest authentic and traditional foods. His efforts and experience have been distilled into the award-winning range of Clearspring Instant Miso Soups. These soups have an exceptionally rich taste, made from the finest traditional Japanese ingredients and no MSG. Miso is one of the world’s most delicious, versatile and healthy soya foods. It will enhance a wide range of dishes from soups and stews to dips and dressings. Try them all as you enjoy your daily miso soup from Clearspring. Miso Bouillon also available. Driven by high standards of quality and respect for the environment, Miyasaka offers a variety of miso pastes made from only the best ingredients manufactured according to traditional recipes. An essential item in every Japanese kitchen, miso is extremely nutritious and versatile. Miyasaka is proud to introduce its range of delicious instant soups, including garnishes such as tofu or seaweed. The 8 serving miso soup packs are divided into individual portions for a quick and healthy soup. Just add hot water! Clearspring Ltd. Address: 2-4-5 Nogata, Nakano-ku, Tokyo 165-0027 Japan Tel: +81-(0)3-3385-2123 Fax: +81-(0)3-3387-1366 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.miyasaka-jozo.com Distribution Contact company directly Distribution Europe: 132 Sokuseki Misoshiru Miyasaka Foods Co., Ltd. SOY PRODUCTS Address: Unit 19A, Acton Park Estate, London W3 7QE U.K. Tel: +44-(0)20-8749-1781 Fax: +44-(0)20-8811-8893 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.clearspring.co.uk ( Instant Miso Soup) See p21 Tofu ( Soy Bean Curd) See p18 Shinjyo ‘One Shot’ Miso Soup Mori-Nu Silken Tofu Take a break with this unique instant miso soup! Shinjyo ‘One Shot’ Miso Soup’s innovative packaging means complete control over your daily miso ‘shot’. Eco-friendly, it contains around 5 servings, is easily transportable and can be used with no mess or fuss. Also available are dark and light soy bean pastes, which are great for soups, sauces and dressings. Based on its guiding principle of “taste is all”, Shinjyo Miso has been making premium quality miso for 85 years, using only GM-free soy beans and crisp, clear local water. Introducing Mori-Nu Nigari Tofu, made with the traditional ingredient nigari, a natural component of seawater. Nigari results in delicate tofu of highest quality and authentic taste. Morinaga Nutritional Foods offers a variety of shelf-stable Mori-Nu Silken Tofu products. With unique aseptic packaging, all products have a long shelf life and need no refrigeration until opened. Mori-Nu Silken Tofu’s mild flavour and creamy texture make it perfect for smoothies, sauces, main dishes, and desserts. Tofu is a low-fat, cholesterol-free substitute for dairy, eggs and meat. All-natural tofu puree also available. Shinjyo Miso Co., Ltd. Address: 3-12-23 Misasamachi, Nishi-ku, Hiroshima 733-0003 Japan Tel: +81-(0)82-237-2101 Fax: +81-(0)82-509-0017 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.shinjyo-miso.co.jp Distribution Europe: 11 30 50 129 156 166 Clearspring Ltd., Sokuseki Misoshiru Morinaga Nutritional Foods, Inc. Address: 2441 West 205th St. Suite C102 Torrance, CA 90501 U.S.A. Tel: +1-310-787-0200 Fax: +1-310-787-2727 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.morinu.com Distribution Contact company directly 41 Rice Vinegar / Citrus Vinegar / Sweet Cooking Alcohol / Rice Oil Su ( Rice Vinegar) See p17 Ponzu ( Citrus Vinegar) See p17 Yamasa Condiments Mizkan was established in 1804 and subsequently Suehiro and Shiragiku vinegars have gained huge popularity with sushi chefs worldwide. The Mizkan Group has grown to become one of the largest vinegar manufacturers in the world, with subsidiaries in a large number of countries including the U.S.A., China and the U.K. Supplying customers in retail and catering, Mizkan Europe can provide Japanese vinegar and rice vinegar as well as many other vinegars and seasonings, which help to bring the authentic flavour of Japanese cuisine to life. Founded in 1645, Yamasa Corporation opened its first soy sauce laboratory in 1899, and has been brewing superlative condiments ever since. Kombu Ponzu and Kombu Tsuyu are carefully blended with stock from kombu — iodine-rich kelp — to enhance and enrich any dish. Use yuzu flavoured ponzu, with its delicate citrus taste, as a refreshing seasoning for seafood, meat and salads. Newly-launched Sweet Soya Sauce (For Rice) blends soy sauce with a hint of sweetness, and is perfect for pouring over rice or using in any other way that you choose. Mizkan Europe Ltd. Yamasa Corporation Address: New Rd. Burntwood, Staffordshire WS7 0AB U.K. Tel: +44-(0)1543-685555 Fax: +44-(0)1543-677149 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.mizkan.co.uk Address: 1-23-8 Nihonbashi-Kakigaracho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0014 Japan Tel: +81-(0)3-3668-3366 Fax: +81-(0)3-3668-3177 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.yamasa.com Distribution Contact company directly Distribution Contact company directly Mirin ( Sweet Cooking Alcohol) See p17 米 油 Kome Abura ( R i c e Oil) Hinode Hon-mirin Tsuno Pure Rice Oil Founded over a century ago, King Brewing still employs traditional brewing methods to produce its high-quality Hinode Hon-mirin from glutinous rice. Allowed to ferment for two months, this mirin develops a distinctive mellow sweetness, striking fragrance and beautiful amber colour. The alcohol content of the mirin (13.5-14.5%) masks fish and meat odours while at the same time bringing out their flavour to the full. The company has met the IS0 9001 quality management system standard, and prides itself on its stringent attention to product safety. Pure Rice Oil is a light, long-lasting and versatile oil ideal for stir-frying, deep-frying, and for cold use in dressings and mayonnaise. Its delicate aroma and subtle flavour do not overpower other ingredients, and its non-greasy feel leaves fried food deliciously crisp. Pure Rice Oil is packed with the same nutrients and bioactive ingredients found in rice bran, from which it is derived, including Vitamin E, essential omega-6 fatty acids and antioxidants. Tsuno has been researching rice bran and developing premium quality products for over 60 years. Its range includes Rice Bran Extract Drink, Rice Bran Soap and Skin Cream. King Brewing Co., Ltd. Tsuno Foods & Rice Fine Chem. Co., Ltd. Address: 382-7 Kako, Inami-cho, Kako-gun, Hyogo 675-1105 Japan Tel: +81-(0)79-492-7961 Fax: +81-(0)79-492-7962 Web: www.hinode-mirin.co.jp Address: 94 Shinden, Katsuragi-cho, Ito-gun, Wakayama 649-7194 Japan Tel: +81-(0)736-22-0061 Fax: +81-(0)736-22-6069 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.tsuno.co.jp/e/main.htm Distribution Europe: 142 Asia: 202 CONDIMENTS Mizkan SUEHIRO & SHIRAGIKU Distribution Contact company directly 43 Sesame Products / Japanese Sauces / Japanese Salad Dressings / Japanese Seasonings Goma Seihin ( Sesame Products) Kadoya Sesame Products Sesame’s popularity stems not just from its delicious taste, but from the many health benefits with which it has become associated. Established in 1858, Kadoya is unrivalled in producing sesame products superlative in both quality and taste. Kadoya’s Pure Sesame Oil uses premium-quality seeds to produce an intensely aromatic oil, excellent for stir-frying and dressings or blended with other oils for frying tempura. The Kadoya range includes a number of different grade and sizes, meaning there is an oil to meet everyone’s needs. Kadoya also produces sesame seeds and sesame paste in a number of varieties. See p18 Wasabi & Soy / Sesame Dressing Established in 1911, Yamato Soysauce & Miso Co. is dedicated to quality and tradition, building a reputation as a tough competitor internationally. Yamato's Wasabi & Soy dressing has a fresh pungency and herbaceous zing which makes it a perfect addition to Asian food, fish, vegetables or meat, as well as salads and marinades. The sesame dressing uses a large amount of sesame to distinguish it from the rest, with a touch of Yamato Miso and fish sauce for an extra delicious taste. Address: 4-E-170 Oonomachi, Kanazawa-shi, Ishikawa 920-0331 Japan Tel: +81-(0)76-268-1248 Fax: +81-(0)76-268-1242 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.yamato-soysauce-miso.com Distribution Europe: 32 37 Others: 212 Otafuku Sauce (Okonomi / Yakisoba / Tonkatsu) Despite its delicious sweet taste, Otafuku Okonomi Sauce, packed with fruit, vegetables and spices, is low in sugar and salt. It is best with okonomiyaki, tempura, tonkatsu and hamburgers and is available in 300g and 2.1kg containers. Otafuku Yakisoba Sauce has a refreshing tangy taste and spicy aroma, and is best alongside fried rice and vegetable dishes. It comes in 300g and 2.2kg packages.Otafuku Tonkatsu Sauce, available in 2.1kg packages, has a rich sour taste and is ideal with deep-fried food. Address: 5-2-10 Shoko Center, Nishi-ku, Hiroshima 733-8678 Japan Tel: +81-(0)82-277-7168 Fax: +81-(0)82-277-2468 Web: www.otafuku.co.jp, www.otafukusauce.com/e/index.html Distribution Contact company directly Distribution Contact company directly Yamato Soysauce & Miso Co., Ltd. See p17 CONDIMENTS Address: 8-2-8 Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-0031 Japan Tel: +81-(0)3-3492-5501 Fax: +81-(0)3-3492-4575 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.kadoya.com ( Japanese Salad Dressings) ( J a p a n e s e Sauces) Otafuku Sauce Co., Ltd. Kadoya Sesame Mills Inc. Dressing Sauce See p18 調味料 Chomiryo (Japanese Seasonings) See p17 Clearspring Organic and Premium Japanese Seasonings Clearspring’s range of Japanese and premium seasonings is the result of close trading partnerships with some of the finest, but little known, craft producers of traditional Japanese seasonings. From the rich, full fragrance of Toasted Sesame Oil to the gentle tartness of Organic Brown Rice Vinegar, the taste of each seasoning is both distinctive and delightful. Organic Mikawa Mirin, Teriyaki Sauce, Ume Plum Seasoning, Miso and Chuno Dipping Sauces, Rice Mirin and Sushi Rice Seasoning complete the range. Clearspring Ltd. Address: Unit 19A, Acton Park Estate, London W3 7QE U.K. Tel: +44-(0)20-8749-1781 Fax: +44-(0)20-8811-8893 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.clearspring.co.uk Distribution Europe: 132 45 Rice Ball Fillings / Dried Seaweed Sheets / Sea Vegetables / Tempura Flour Japanese Horseradish / Japanese Pickles Wasabi ( Japanese Horseradish) See p18 おにぎり具材 Onigiri Guzai (Rice Ball Fillings) Nori ( Dried Seaweed Sheets) See p19 KINJIRUSHI GRATED WASABI Nichimo Tuna Flakes and Chunks Sun-Ei Roasted Sushi Nori Clearspring Wasabi powder contains real wasabi root, beloved in Japan for its fiery flavour, antibacterial and appetite-stimulating properties. It is entirely free from any green dye or other additives; the delicately pale grey-green colour of this all-natural product distinguishes if from the brighter green of dyed wasabi. Clearspring Wasabi comes in a convenient resealable tin. It can be made fresh each time; simply mix 1 part warm water to 2 parts powder, and leave covered for 5 minutes. Like all Clearspring products, Clearspring Wasabi has the great flavour and quality that comes from always using the finest ingredients available. A market pioneer for 81 years, Kinjirushi uses cutting-edge technology to develop innovative wasabi products. At its dedicated research centres, premium Japanese wasabi is used to ensure all products are safe and high quality. Kinjirushi grates the delicate wasabi at -196°C, its unique technology ensuring the flavour and aroma are perfectly preserved. Available in 60 countries worldwide. Nichimo is one of Japan’s oldest seafood trading companies, founded in 1910. Nichimo’s deliciously moist tuna chunks and flakes are enjoyed worldwide. Both flakes or chunks are available in retort package sizes ranging from 200g to 3kg; bespoke products can be created on request. Other outstanding products include fish roe products such as tarako and mentaiko, and crab flakes, all from seafood sourced in Alaska and Russia. These highquality, easy-to-use seafood products are perfect for filling onigiri rice balls and sandwiches, for salads and side dishes. Sun-Ei Nori is a truly global company, dealing not only in Japanese nori seaweed products, but also seaweed from China and Korea. It supplies high-quality nori for a wide range of uses, and can cater to the individual needs of the customer. Roasted Sushi Nori in packs of 100 sheets is ideal for business users in the restaurant and catering industry, and is perfect for making sushi as well as being an ideal accompaniment for Japanese food such as soba noodles. Nichimo Co., Ltd. Address: 1-15-8 Okinouchi, Soma-shi, Fukushima 976-0016 Japan Tel: +81-(0)244-36-2724 Fax: +81-(0)244-36-2730 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.soma.or.jp/~sanei Distribution Europe: 132 Wasabi ( Japanese Horseradish) See pp18 & 20 KINJIRUSHI SALES CO., LTD. Address: 1 Northumberland Ave. Trafalgar Sq. London WC2N 5BW U.K. Tel: +44-(0)20-7872-5740 Fax: +44-(0)20-7872-5611 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.kinjirushi.co.jp Contacts [France] Tel: +33-(0)1-42-86-07-77 E-mail: [email protected] [Germany] Tel: +49-(0)69-9746-1268 E-mail: [email protected] [U.S.A.] Tel: +1-310-782-8700 E-mail: [email protected] [Japan] Tel: +81-(0)3-3523-4707 E-mail: [email protected] 漬物 Tsukemono ( Japanese Pickles) See p20 Address: Tennozu Yusen Bldg. 2-2-20 Higashi-Shinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 140-0002 Japan Tel: +81-(0)3-3458-4502 Fax: +81-(0)3-3458-4598 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.nichimo.co.jp Distribution Contact company directly Distribution Contact company directly 海藻 Kaiso (Sea Vegetables) Sun-Ei Nori Co., Ltd. See p19 天ぷら粉 Tempurako ( Tempura Flour) See p21 Tokyo Kaneku Wasabi & Gari Japanese Pickles for export Clearspring Sea Vegetables Nisshin Tempura-ko & Pan-ko Established in 1905, Tokyo Kaneku uses no genetically modified ingredients in the production of its wasabi and gari. Packaged in convenient 5g sachets, Tokyo Kaneku wasabi works to boost appetite and remove the odour of raw fish, and has strong antibacterial properties. The delightfully pungent gari, available in a range of packaging, is the perfect partner for sushi, freshening the palate between bites to better savour the unique taste of each piece. Tokai Pickling Co. is the leading brand of Japanese pickles. It is often said that Japanese people owe their longevity to a low fat diet, rich in vegetables; winter preserves such as takuan (daikon) are a healthy source of minerals and vitamins. Made from home-grown daikon, the manufacturing of Taro Takuan has been revised to comply with additive laws in export countries, which means this healthy condiment is now enjoyed worldwide. Traditional pickles are a flavourful and colourful addition to any meal, including sushi. Sea vegetables have long been used in cooking by people all over the world, and Clearspring now offers a range of 13 products that can be used to enhance the taste and texture of dishes. Sea vegetables offer nutrients and minerals in a concentrated form, and should be enjoyed regularly in small quantities. Wakame is perfect for miso soups, Japanese Sea Vegetable Salad as a ready-made healthful salad, Sushi Nori for authentic home-made sushi and Nori Strips for livening up pasta and rice dishes. The full range features a sea vegetable for every culinary need. Part of the Nisshin Seifun Group, Nisshin Foods Inc. produces top quality wheat flour products. Tempura-ko is a convenient tempura batter mix for one of Japan's most popular dishes. It seals in the freshness of any ingredient – just coat and fry for deliciously crisp and fluffy tempura. Made from wonderfully soft bread, Pan-ko breadcrumbs are perfect for schnitzels and croquettes, as well as for frying seafood and vegetables, ensuring a light, crunchy finish. Both products are available in commercial- and home-sized units. Clearspring Ltd. Address: 19-12 Nihonbashi Koami-cho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-8544 Japan Tel: +81-(0)3-5641-8115 Fax: +81-(0)3-5641-8820 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.nisshin.com Tokyo Kaneku Co., Ltd. Address: Kaneku Bldg. 3-27-11 Yushima, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-0034 Japan Tel: +81-(0)3-3831-1688 Fax: +81-(0)3-3836-9067 E-mail: [email protected] Contact [U.S.A.] Tokyo Kaneku Int’l Corp. 601 Penhorn Ave. Unit #6, Secaucus, NJ 07094 U.S.A. Email: [email protected] Attn: Yoshida Tokai Pickling Co., Ltd. Address: 1-5-11 Toyotamakita, Nerima-ku, Tokyo 176-0012 Japan Tel: +81-(0)3-3994-0063 Fax: +81-(0)3-3994-2533 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.kyuchan.co.jp Distribution Europe: 1 29 48 151 Asia: 195 Others: 223 224 225 227 Address: Unit 19A, Acton Park Estate, London W3 7QE U.K. Tel: +44-(0)20-8749-1781 Fax: +44-(0)20-8811-8893 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.clearspring.co.uk Distribution Europe: 132 PROCESSED & SNACK PRODUCTS Address: Unit 19A, Acton Park Estate, London W3 7QE U.K. Tel: +44-(0)20-8749-1781 Fax: +44-(0)20-8811-8893 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.clearspring.co.uk CONDIMENTS ( Japanese Horseradish) See p18 Clearspring Wasabi Clearspring Ltd. 46 Wasabi Nisshin Foods Inc. Distribution Contact company directly 47 Frozen Ready Meals / Chinese Noodles / Traditional Japanese Sweets 冷凍惣菜 Reito Sozai ( Frozen Ready Meals) See p21 冷凍惣菜 Reito Sozai ( Frozen Ready Meals) See p21 S.K.Y. Prepared Japanese Meals Ajinomoto Frozen Foods is part of the Ajinomoto group, a leading manufacturer of foodstuffs and amino acids in Japan since 1909. For more than 30 years, Ajinomoto has been providing flavoursome frozen foods and ingredients for household and commercial use, from 17 factories operated in Japan, China and the U.S.A., under the company’s own accumulated technology and universal quality control standards. Japanese products including gyoza (Japanese dumpling), shumai (steamed dumpling), yakitori (charcoal-grilled chicken) and kara-age (crispy fried chicken) are now provided to a range of Japanese and other commercial outlets in the European market. Although Japanese cuisine is increasingly popular, cooking authentic Japanese food can be difficult. The innovative 'Kodawari Series' of prepared meals from Japanese food specialist S.K.Y. Enterprise is the perfect solution from professional use to home cooking. Hassle-free favourites include: prawn and vegetable tempura, breaded prawns, takoyaki, okonomiyaki, prawn gyoza, shumai, chilli prawns, chuka-don, and variety of croquettes. S.K.Y. products are hand-made from selected ingredients and are renowned as easy, healthy, tasty and inexpensive. Ajinomoto Frozen Foods Co., Inc. Address: Unit B, Alpha House, 158 Garth Rd. Morden, Surrey SM4 4TQ U.K. Tel: +44-(0)208-337-9009 Fax: +44-(0)208-337-0377 E-mail: [email protected] Address: 1-16-7 Kyobashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-8315 Japan Tel: +81-(0)3-5250-5396 Fax: +81-(0)3-5250-8783 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.ffa.ajinomoto.com (Chinese Noodles) See p20 Clearspring Organic Brown Rice Ramen Noodles Clearspring Organic Brown Rice Ramen Noodles are made with semi-wholewheat and brown rice flours. Steamed rather than fried, they are naturally low in fat, with great flavour and texture. They are available in packs containing two noodle and two soup servings. The soup base is in paste form, making it smooth with a cleaner, fresher taste without any MSG or other flavour enhancers. Choose from hearty and wholesome Miso Ginger or delicious Soya Sauce varieties. A great way to cook fast and still eat well. Available from autumn 2010. Clearspring Ltd. Address: Unit 19A, Acton Park Estate, London W3 7QE U.K. Tel: +44-(0)20-8749-1781 Fax: +44-(0)20-8811-8893 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.clearspring.co.uk Distribution Europe: 132 S.K.Y. Enterprise UK Ltd. Distribution Europe: 166 Distribution Contact company directly 中華麺 Chukamen PROCESSED & SNACK PRODUCTS Ajinomoto Frozen Gyoza 和菓子 Wagashi (Traditional Japanese Sweet s) See p21 Zenzai (large azuki beans 180g) AN Factory products are made entirely in Japan, using the finest ingredients, also sourced only in Japan. AN Factory products have been developed to recreate the taste of lovingly-prepared family fare, with a strong focus on food safety and hygiene, making available many delicious varieties of zenzai, a sweet porridge-like dish of azuki beans. Sugar levels have been kept low (32°Bx) to enhance the natural taste of azuki beans. Products are available in long-life retort packaging, and include a range of fruit flavoured varieties, excellent for toppings, and regional varieties. AN Factory Ltd. Address: 2-104-3 Sengen-cho, Nishi-ku, Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa 220-0072 Japan Tel: +81-(0)45-412-3000 Fax: +81-(0)45-412-3045 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.umaimame.com Distribution Contact company directly 49 Japanese Tableware / Japanese Knives / Japanese Cast Ironware Wafu Bihin ( J a p a n e s e Tableware) ( J a p a n e s e Tableware) Typhoon Japanese Tableware Yamashita Kogei Tableware Typhoon supplies an excellent range of quality Japanese tableware, from traditional items to complement and enhance your tabletop to contemporary whiteware suitable for the finest culinary creations. Inspirational shapes are finished in unique glazes offering a modernistic look for your presentation. In addition, they stock bento boxes, tetsubin, hangiri, sushi oke, miso bowls and more. Their products are on view at their London showroom, where both cash-and-carry and a delivery service are available. Yamashita Kogei is based on the southern Japanese island of Kyushu, and is renowned for the quality of its ceramics, bambooware, glassware, lacquerware and paper and wood products. It has been providing finest quality tableware to the catering trade, including many leading Japanese restaurants, for over 30 years. Products are made entirely of natural materials and are ideally suited to the delicacy of Japanese cuisine, creating an authentic and traditional Japanese setting for any meal. Typhoon Ltd. Distribution Contact company directly 包丁 Hocho (Japanese Knives) Yamashita Kogei Inc. Address: 13-43 Shonin Naka-machi, Beppu-shi, Oita 874-0034 Japan Tel: +81-(0)977-66-4383 Fax: +81-(0)977-66-4385 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.takebito.com Distribution Contact company directly (At China Office or Tokyo Showroom: see facing page) 鉄器 Tekki (Japanese Cast Ironware) Hokiyama Japanese Knives Naked Pan Hokiyama Cutlery is at the cutting edge of exceptional Japanese knives. It was the first to apply space technology to the creation of outstanding edges, with its Zirconium Ceramic range, and to use Vee Tech technology, resulting in the longest lasting steel edges currently available. Hokiyama products are made solely by Japan’s most highly acclaimed artisan knife technicians. These breathtaking knives are now available in the U.K. exclusively through Japanese Knife Company. The Naked Pan range of uniquely stylish pans is made in Japan with 75% recycled cast iron. Cast using a combination of modern and traditional methods, they reduce cooking time and are long-lasting, naturally non-stick and rust proof. They are suitable for all ovens and cook tops, including induction and open fire. The wide range of sustainably produced pans is ideal for healthy cooking, whether oriental or western. Japanese Knife Company E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.japaneseknifecompany.com [Central Store] 47 Blandford St. London W1U 7HQ 020-7487-4868 [Soho Store] 14 Bateman St. London W1D 3AJ 020-0011-4662 [Notting Hill Showroom] 104 Saga Centre, 326 Kensal Rd. London W10 5BZ 020-8968-6238 F O O D - R E L AT E D P R O D U C T S Address: Unit K, Colindale Business Park, Carlisle Rd. London NW9 0HN U.K. Tel: +44-(0)20-8200-5688 Fax: +44-(0)20-8205-5088 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.typhoonltd.com Head Office: 13-43 Shonin Naka-machi, Beppu-shi, Oita 874-0034 Japan China Office: Room G2122, International Apartment, No.26 Jiaogong Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China Tokyo Showroom: TOC Building, 7-22-17 Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-0031 Japan Wafu Bihin Irashai Services Ltd. Address: 52 Boyn Valley Rd. Maidenhead, Berkshire SL6 4ED U.K. Tel: +44-(0)1628-636082 Mobile: +44-(0)776-644-6587 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.nakedpan.com Distribution Europe: 147 Distribution Contact company directly 51 Food-related Machinery Shokuhin Kikai ( Food-related Machinery) Suzumo Machinery Biome supplies original sushi-making equipment, mainly from Suzumo Machinery, the pioneering Japanese company which developed the world's first sushi robot. Biome's equipment makes high quality sushi delicately and assists skilled chefs in producing sushi more quickly. Biome also supplies advanced machines so non-experts can still produce great tasting sushi with ease. Biome offers equipment for rice washing, cooking, blending and vegetable cutting plus nigiri and maki-making equipment, maki cutters and its patented sushi wrapping system for beautifully wrapped, individual pieces of sushi. Address: Unit 1 Sky Business Park, Eversley Way, Thorpe, Surrey TW20 8RF U.K. Tel: +44-(0)1308-455722 Fax: +44-(0)1308-800094 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.biomelimited.com Distribution Contact company directly Shokuhin Kikai ( Food-related Machinery) “RICEMINI” AUTOMATIC RICE WASHING MACHINE KONICA MINOLTA TECHNOPRODUCTS CO., LTD. has been selling the RICEMINI since 1977, and now the RICEMINI enjoys a high reputation around the world. Washing rice seems simple but training is normally needed to guarantee the best results. The RICEMINI is designed to help you achieve a perfectly consistent result every time without special training for your staff. VOX TRADING CO., LTD. is the international sales agency for RICEMINI, and is happy to answer any questions you may have concerning the RICEMINI. VOX TRADING CO., LTD. Address: 14-15 Nihonbashi Odenma-cho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0011 Japan Tel: +81-(0)3-3665-4652 Fax: +81-(0)3-3665-6258 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.voxtrading.jp Distribution Asia: 189 190 210 Others: 213 217 229 ( Food-related Machinery) Sushi Making Machines Mr Nigiri & Miss Maki Fujiseiki has been producing food machinery in Japan since 1962, but in recent years the company has increased exports of its products. Fujiseiki Europe was established chiefly in order to market sushi and noodle-making machines to European customers and provide aftersales support. Making sushi is a very difficult art to master, particularly the moulding of nigiri-sushi and the rolling of maki-sushi. These two compact and easy-to-use machines are the perfect solution, allowing you to create all the most popular varieties of sushi quickly and effortlessly. Fujiseiki Europe Ltd. F O O D - R E L AT E D P R O D U C T S Biome Ltd. Shokuhin Kikai Address: 1st Fl. 5-7 Folgate St. London E1 6BX U.K. Tel: +44-(0)20-7092-9921 Fax: +44-(0)20-7092-9923 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.fujiseikieurope.eu Distribution Contact company directly Shokuhin Kikai ( Food-related Machinery) Indoor Smokeless BBQ Roasters Yakiniku is one of Japan’s hottest culinary trends; diners choose their favourite ingredients to cook on a built-in table grill. The Shinpo Patented Smokeless Roasters have been developed specifically to minimise the smoke and odours associated with grilling, allowing diners to relax and enjoy their indoor barbeque. Shinpo boasts a 55% market share in yakiniku restaurants in Japan, and is becoming increasingly recognised overseas. The yakiniku trend is booming outside of Japan; Shinpo is able to provide comprehensive support to restaurants, from layout to ventilation systems alongside its market-leading technology. Shinpo Co., Ltd. Address: 8F, 2-30-2 Oji, Kita-Ku, Tokyo 114-0002 Japan Tel: +81-(0)3-5959-6761 Fax: +81-(0)3-5959-6830 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.shinpo.co.jp Distribution Europe: 36 59 74 81 Asia: 193 201 53 JAPANESE FOOD AT SOURCE This section comprises a handy reference list of distributors throughout the world who handle Japanese food ingredients and Japan-produced products including those featured as entries in the preceeding Japanese Food Selection section. Numbers below correspond with those noted by in the entries. Europe Austria 1 JFC Austria GmbH IZ-NÖ-SÜD, Strasse 16, Objekt 70, 2355 Wiener Neudorf, Austria TEL: +43-(0)2236-908860-11 FAX: +43-(0)2236-908800-5 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.jfc.eu 2 Naturgarten GmbH Hauptstrasse 254, 8464 Gamlitz, Austria TEL: +43-(0)3453-4846 FAX: +43-(0)3453-4776 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.naturgarten.com 3 Vollkraft Naturnahrung Belgium 4 Hagor-Bioservice N.V. Remylaan 4c, Postbus 9, 3018, Wijgmaal, Belgium TEL: +32-(0)16-62-07-11 FAX: +32-(0)16-62-14-21 E-MAIL: [email protected] 5 Lima Belguim Groendreef 101, 9880, Aalter, Belgium TEL: +32-(0)50-71-05-64 FAX: +32-(0)50-71-05-67 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.limafood.com 6 Vajra Brusselsesteenweg 330, 3090, Overijse, Belgium TEL: +32-(0)27-31-05-22 FAX: +32-(0)27-82-15-91 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.vajra.be Bulgaria 7 BalevBio Sofia 1404, bul.Bulgaria 81B, et 7 office 19-20, Bulgaria TEL: +359-(0)889-999904 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.balevbio.bg 8 House of Sport Rakovski Str 57, 6000 Stara Zagora, Bulgaria TEL: +359-(0)42-643-026 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.houseofsport.info Croatia 9 Biovega d.o.o. Ilica 72, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia TEL: +385-(0)12-498-620 FAX: +385-(0)12-498-624 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.biovega.hr Cyprus 11 18 Kilkis St. 2234 Latsia Industrial Estate, P.O. Box 12542 Nicosia, Cyprus TEL: +357-(0)22486697 FAX: +357-(0)22486237 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.chrikar.com Czech Republic 12 Pretti d.o.o. Rupa 42, 51241 Sapjane, Hrvatska, Croatia Matro s.r.o. Neklanova 107/22, 128 00 Praha 2 - Vysehrad, Czech Republic TEL: +420-(0)224-917-428 FAX: +420-(0)267-911-082 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.matro.cz 13 Naikton spol. s r.o. Legerova 39, 120 00 Praha 2, Czech Republic TEL: +420-(0)296-180-239 FAX: +420-(0)296-180-239 E-MAIL: [email protected] 14 Sunfood Company Jiraskova 557, 518 01 Dobruska, Czech Republic TEL: +420-(0)443-623-817 FAX: +420-(0)443-623-817 E-MAIL: [email protected] Denmark 15 Bornicon & Salming ApS-Denmark c/o Lima, Kongevej 20, 1 Sal, 2791 Dragør, Denmark TEL: +45-(0)32-55-88-34 FAX: +45-(0)32-55-88-54 WEB: www.bornicon-salming.dk 16 Janax A/S Kirstinehøj 54B, 2770 Kastrup, Denmark TEL: +45-(0)33-11-71-23 FAX: +45-(0)33-13-71-23 E-MAIL: [email protected] 17 Natur-Drogeriet A/S Nydamsvej 13-15, 8362 Hørning, Denmark TEL: +45-(0)86-92-33-33 FAX: +45-(0)86-92-33-43 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.natur-drogeriet.dk 18 NatureSource Allindemaglevej 58C, 4100 Ringsted, Denmark TEL: +45-(0)38-11-44-20 WEB: www.naturesource.dk 19 Finland 21 Aduki Oy Kirvesmiehenkatu 10, 00880 Helsinki, Finland TEL: +358-(0)9-784-646 FAX: +358-(0)9-784-937 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.aduki.fi 22 Oy Bornicon & Salming AB PL173, 67101 Kokkola, Finland TEL: +358-(0)500-561-250 FAX: +358-(0)6-822-00-01 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.bornicon-salming.fi 23 Oy MakroBios AB Hangontie 2493B, 10660 Tammisaari, Finland TEL: +358-(0)19-204-456 FAX: +358-(0)19-204-443 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.makrobios.fi France 24 Celnat Z.I. Blavozy 43700 St. Germain-Laprade, France TEL: +33-(0)4-71-03-04-14 FAX: +33-(0)4-71-03-54-31 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.celnat.fr 25 Foodex France 4 Impasse des Carrieres 75016 Paris, France TEL: +33-(0)1-46-47-44-39 FAX: +33-(0)1-46-47-44-74 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.foodex.fr 26 Giffard Avenue de la Violette 49241 Avrille Cedex, France TEL: +33-(0)2-41-18-85-00 FAX: +33-(0)2-41-18-85-05 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.giffard.com 27 ISSE & cie 11 rue Saint-Augustin, 75002 Paris, France TEL: +33-(0)1-42-96-26-74 FAX: +33-(0)1-48-24-36-43 28 Itochu France Strøm & Svendsen ApS Tour Maine Montparnasse, 33 Ave. du Maine 75755 Paris Cedex 15 France TEL: +33-(0)1-45-38-41-41 FAX: +33-(0)1-45-38-35-75 E-MAIL: [email protected] [email protected] Taster Wine A/S Peripark Gennevilliers, Bâtiment C, 101 Ave. Louis Roche 92230 Gennevilliers, France TEL: +33-(0)1-40-86-42-00 FAX: +33-(0)1-47-91-15-99 WEB: www.jfc.eu Uplandsgade 54, 2300 Copenhagen, Denmark TEL: +45-(0)32-95-15-05 FAX: +45-(0)32-54-36-96 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.stroem-svendsen.dk 20 10 Chrikar Trading Co., Ltd. FAX: +45-(0)43-45-18-45 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.taster-wine.com Ringager 6, 2605 Brøndby, Denmark TEL: +45-(0)43-45-14-22 J A P A N E S E F O O D AT S O U R C E Marktstasse 7, 2840 Grimmenstein, Austria TEL: +43-(0)2644-7305-0 FAX: +43-(0)2644-7305-33 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.vollkraft.com TEL: +385-(0)51-732-120 FAX: +385-(0)51-732-102 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.pretti.hr 29 JFC France S.A.R.L. 55 Japanese Food at Source Japanese Food at Source 30 K&K France S.A.R.L. Le Leeds 253, Boulevard de Leeds 59777 Lille, France TEL: +33-(0)3-28-53-58-14 FAX: +33-(0)3-28-53-57-20 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.kreyenhop.com 31 Kanae 118 rue Lecourbe 75015 Paris, France TEL: +33-(0)1-56-56-77-60 FAX: +33-(0)1-42-50-10-40 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.kanae-paris.com 32 O’tiec S.A. 22 rue de L’Arcade 75008 Paris, France TEL: +33-(0)1-42-65-05-35 FAX: +33-(0)1-47-42-57-51 E-MAIL: [email protected] 33 Otodoke S.A.R.L. (Juji-ya) 46 rue Sainte-Anne 75002 Paris, France TEL: +33-(0)1-42-86-02-22 FAX: +33-(0)1-40-20-05-67 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.otodoke.fr 34 Paris Foods S.A.S. J A P A N E S E F O O D AT S O U R C E 35 Paris Store S.A. 15-21 rue du Puits-Dixme, Senia 712 94657 Thiais Cedex, France TEL: +33-(0)1-45-12-88-88 FAX: +33-(0)1-45-12-88-48 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.paris-store.com 36 S.A.R.L Santop 4 rue Chabanais 75002 Paris, France TEL: +33-(0)1-42-96-90-64 FAX: +33-(0)1-47-84-02-75 E-MAIL: [email protected] 37 Sens Gourmet 33 rue du Poitou, Bat. D8-B16-PLA393 94619 Rungis Cedex, France TEL: +33-(0)1-49-79-98-29 FAX: +33-(0)1-48-85-36-32 E-MAIL: [email protected] [email protected] WEB: www.sensgourmet.com 38 STE Kioko 46 rue des Petits Champs, 75002 Paris, France TEL: +33-(0)1-42-61-33-66 FAX: +33-(0)1-40-15-91-00 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.kioko.fr 39 Thanh Binh Jeune 20 Avenue de Verdun 94200 Ivry Sur Seine, France TEL: +33-(0)1-46-70-89-99 FAX: +33-(0)1-46-70-89-91 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.thanh-binh.com 40 Thanh Son Imex S.A.R.L. 30 rue Fin de Banlieue 67400 Illkirch, France TEL: +33-(0)3-88-39-71-68 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.thanhsonimex.com Germany 41 Allos GmbH Imkerhof, 49457, Drebber, Germany TEL: +49-(0)5445-9899-0 FAX: +49-(0)5445-9899-125 56 42 Arche Naturprodukte GmbH Liebigstrasse 5a, 40721, Hilden, Germany TEL: +49-(0)2103-5005-6 FAX: +49-(0)2103-5005-85 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.arche-naturkueche.de 43 Arrow Trading GmbH Heidschnuckenweg 20, 21224, Rosengarten, Hamburg, Germany TEL: +49-(0)4108-1021 FAX: +49-(0)4108-6986 E-MAIL: [email protected] 44 BS Bio Service OHG (Bio Korb) Darmstädter Strasse 52, 64397 Modautal, Germany TEL: +49-(0)616-7913-9760 WEB: www.nature-unlimited.de www.bio-korb.de 45 Franz Höekopp KG Schellbergstrasse 24, 41406, Neuss, Germany TEL: +49-(0)2131-12586-0 FAX: +49-(0)2131-13019-1 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.wankwai.de 46 Fujita & Co. Deutschland GmbH Tiefenbroicher Weg 35, 40472, Dusseldorf, Germany TEL: +49-(0)211-4185-5811 FAX: +49-(0)211-4185-5849 47 Japan-Feinkost Grindelberg 41, 20144, Hamburg, Germany TEL: +49-(0)40-422-19-14 FAX: +49-(0)40-422-19-11 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.japan-feinkost.de 48 JFC Deutschland GmbH 293 Theodorstrasse, 40472, Dusseldorf, Germany TEL: +49-(0)211-5374160 FAX: +49-(0)211-592827 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.jfc.eu 49 Kagerer & Co. GmbH Weissenfelder Strasse 6, 85622, Feldkirchen, Munich, Germany TEL: +49-(0)89-900-485-80 FAX: +49-(0)89-900-485-401 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.kagerer.de 50 Kreyenhop & Kluge GmbH & Co. KG Industriestrasse 40-42, 28876, Oyten, Germany TEL: +49-(0)4207-604-182 FAX: +49-(0)4207-604-185 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.kreyenhop.com 51 Ruschin GmbH Makrobiotik 55 Sake Kontor JapanShopBerlin, Hubertusstrasse 8a, 12161, Berlin-Steglitz, Germany TEL: +49-(0)30-69817015 FAX: +49-(0)30-69817015 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.sake-kontor.de 56 SSP Trade & Consult GmbH Waldstrasse 23 C1/C2, 63128, Dietzenbach, Germany TEL: +49-(0)6074-48161-0 FAX: +49-(0)6074-48161-10 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.ssp-trade.com 57 Ueno Gourmet GmbH Bahnhofstrasse 7a, 61476, Kronberg, Germany TEL: +49-(0)6173-976-852 FAX: +49-(0)6173-940-687 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.japan-sake.de 58 Vinh-Loi Klosterwall 2A, 20095, Hamburg, Germany TEL: +49-(0)40-3258890 FAX: +49-(0)40-32588999 E-MAIL: [email protected] 59 Yakiniku Weibenburgstrasse 4a, 70180, Stuttgart, Germany TEL: +49-(0)711-3417473 FAX: +49-(0)711-62007365 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.shinpo-germany.de Greece 60 Green Bay Ltd. 101 Sprirou Vrettou St. Aharnes, Athens 13671 Greece TEL: +30-(0)210-24-77-103 Hungary 61 Sunrice Makrobiotika Bt. Váci út 177, 1138, Budapest, Hungary TEL: +36-(0)1-237-0524 FAX: +36-(0)1-239-1214 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.diotoro.com Iceland 62 Arka EHF Midgard Naturkost & Reformwaren GmbH Oishi International GmbH Sundaborg 3-5, 104 Reykjavík, Iceland TEL: +354-(0)585-8750 FAX: +354-(0)585-8759 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.biovorur.is Arnulfstrasse 11, 40545, Dusseldorf, Germany TEL: +49-(0)211-5065310 FAX: +49-(0)211-689871 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.oishi-intl.com 53 54 Kohlhökerstrasse 75, 28203, Bremen, Germany TEL: +49-(0)421-6366-007 FAX: +49-(0)421-6366-008 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.ruschin.com Sundaborg 1, 104 Reykjavík, Iceland TEL: +354-(0)562-6222 FAX: +354-(0)562-6222 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.arka.is Holzstrasse 7, 13359, Berlin, Germany TEL: +49-(0)30-48-49-09-0 FAX: +49-(0)30-48-49-09-19 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.midgard-naturkost.de 52 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.rungisexpress.com Rungis Express AG Am Hambuch 2, 53340, Meckenheim, Germany TEL: +49-(0)2225-883-100 FAX: +49-(0)2225-883-190 63 Biovorur EHF Ireland 64 Munster Whole Foods Ltd. Farranfore, Killarney Co. Kerry, Ireland TEL: +353-(0)66-976-4691 FAX: +353-(0)66-976-4692 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.mwf.ie 65 Wholefoods Wholesale Ltd. Unit 3D, Kylemore Industrial Estate, Killeen Rd. Dublin 10 Co. Ireland TEL: +353-(0)1-626-2315 FAX: +353-(0)1-626-1233 E-MAIL: [email protected] Italy 66 Aquaconcept S.r.l. Via Vigevano 39, 20144 Milano, Italy TEL: +39-(0)2-5810-9492 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.aquaconcept.it 67 Ecor Naturasi’ S.p.A. Via Palù, 23, 31020 San Vendemiano, TV, Italy TEL: +39-(0)438-72-04-10 FAX: +39-(0)438-72-04-47 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.ecor.it 68 Gourmet Line S.r.l. Via di Trigoria 45, 00128 Roma, Italy TEL: +39-(0)65-062-737 FAX: +39-(0)65-060-709 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.nipponia.it 69 Grande Bio S.r.l. Via Campo dei Fiori 4/D, c/o Centro Commerciale ‘Il Gigante’ 47100 Forli (FC), Italy TEL: +39-(0)543-80-26-11 FAX: +39-(0)543-80-26-36 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.grandebio.it 70 Ki Group S.p.A. Strada Settimo 399/11, 10156 Torino, Italy TEL: +39-(0)11-71-76-700 FAX: +39-(0)11-71-76-835 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.kigroup.com 71 La Finestra sul Cielo S.p.A. Via Rondissone 26, 10030 Villareggia (TO), Italy TEL: +39-(0)161-455-511 FAX: +39-(0)161-455-595 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.lafinestrasulcielo.it 72 Mediterranea S.r.l. Via Pozzo 39/3, 36064 Mason Vicentino (VI), Italy TEL: +39-(0)424-41-18-42 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.mediterraneabio.it 73 Naturamica S.r.l. Via Nuova Agnano 55/61, 80125 Napoli, Italy TEL: +39-(0)81-570-26-92 FAX: +39-(0)81-570-26-92 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.naturamica.it E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.uniontrade.it 77 Lithuania 78 Pandora Italiana S.N.C. Via Roma 1,50123 Firenze, Italy TEL: +39-(0)55-268393 FAX: +39-(0)55-287327 E-MAIL: [email protected] 75 Probios S.r.l Via F.lli Rosselli snc, Loc. Capalle, 50010 Campi Bisenzio (FI), Italy TEL: +39-(0)55-898-5932 FAX: +39-(0)55-898-5946 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.probios.it 76 Uniontrade S.r.l Via Mattei 1, 20068 Peschiera Borromeo, Milano, Italy TEL: +39-(0)2-2692-2898 FAX: +39-(0)2-2692-1378 UAB Vilandra Minsko pl. 55, Kuprijoniškių km. 13279 Vilniaus reg. Lithuania TEL: +37-(0)5-260-18-30 FAX: +37-(0)5-260-18-28 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.vilandra.lt Malta 79 Good Earth Distributors Ltd. Hard Rocks Industrial Pk. Burmarrad Rd, NXR 6345 Naxxar, Malta TEL: +356-(0)21-431-309 FAX: +356-(0)21-421-873 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.goodearth.com.mt 80 Omnitrade Food & Beverages Supplies 173 Republic St, 1118 Valletta, Malta TEL: +356-(0)7923-9529 FAX: +356-(0)2123-9529 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.omni-trade.com The Netherlands 81 Biden V.O.F. Joris Ivenslaan 29, 1325 LX, Almere, The Netherlands TEL: +31-(0)36-521-76-89 FAX: +31-(0)36-521-76-89 E-MAIL: [email protected] 82 B.V. Lucullus Postbus 100, 2350 AC, Leiderdorp, The Netherlands TEL: +31-(0)71-541-61-53 FAX: +31-(0)71-541-56-65 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.lucullus.nl 83 84 Showa Boeki Europe B.V. 90 Vinites B.V. Kenaupark 4, 2011 MS, Haarlem, The Netherlands TEL: +31-(0)23-553-90-90 FAX: +31-(0)23-553-49-70 WEB: www.vinites.com 91 Yama Products B.V. Rutherfordweg 2, 3542 CG, Utrecht, The Netherlands TEL: +31-(0)30-240-80-30 FAX: +31-(0)30-241-31-60 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.yama.nl 92 Zesty B.V. Everdenberg 5-E, 4902 TT, Oosterhout, The Netherlands TEL: +31-(0)16-249-49-02 FAX: +31-(0)16-249-55-41 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.zesty.nl Norway 93 Alternativ mat AS Runnivein, Kenmoregården, 2150 Arnes, Norway TEL: +47-(0)63-91-0000 FAX: +47-(0)63-90-1955 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.alternativ-mat.no 94 Kinsarvik Naturkost Postboks 654, Rosenholmveien 25, 1414 Trollåsen, Norway TEL: +47-(0)66-81-71-50 FAX: +47-(0)66-81-71-56 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.winetailor.no Heuschen & Schrouff Oriental Foods Trading BV Kohyo Holland B.V. Planetenweg 15, 2132 HN, Hoofddorp, The Netherlands TEL: +31-(0)23-562-41-60 FAX: +31-(0)23-562-42-28 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.kohyoj.co.jp 87 89 Luzernestraat 40, 2153 GN, Nieuw Vennep, The Netherlands TEL: +31-(0)25-268-79-36 FAX: +31-(0)25-262-44-83 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.showaboeki.nl Deshima Sperwerweg 7, 6374 AG, Landgraaf, The Netherlands TEL: +31-(0)45-533-82-00 FAX: +31-(0)45-533-82-83 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.heuschenschrouff.com 86 Sake Europe B.V. Olav Kyrresgate 47, 5015 Bergen, Norway TEL: +47-(0)55-32-5558 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.kinsarvik.no Weteringschans 65, 1017 RX, Amsterdam, The Netherlands TEL: +31-(0)20-423-03-91 FAX: +31-(0)20-622-73-20 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.macrobiotics.nl/deshima/deshima.html 88 Antillenweg 26, 1339 KE, Almere, The Neatherlands TEL: +31-(0)36-524-09-23 FAX: +31-(0)36-524-09-22 WEB: www.sake-europe.nl www.sake.nl De Nieuwe Band Noorderringweg 12, 9363 TC, Marum, The Netherlands TEL: +31-(0)59-464-53-10 WEB: www.denieuweband.nl 85 74 Velier S.p.A. Via G. Byron 14, 16145 Genova, Italy TEL: +39-(0)10-310-86-11 FAX: +39-(0)10-311-607 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.velier.it TEL: +31-(0)20-673-74-10 FAX: +31-(0)20-662-80-43 E-MAIL: [email protected] MEIDI-YA Co., Ltd. Amsterdam Store Beethovenstraat 18-20, 1077 JG, Amsterdam, The Netherlands J A P A N E S E F O O D AT S O U R C E 22 rue St. Augustin 75002 Paris, France TEL: +33-(0)1-58-18-63-55 FAX: +33-(0)1-40-07-09-73 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.parisfoods.com E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.allos.de 95 WineTailor AS Poland 96 BioFuturo 11 Siwka St. 31-588, Krakow, Poland TEL: +48-(0)12-683-87-00 FAX: +48-(0)12-683-87-01 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.biofuturo.pl 97 Bionica Sp. z o.o. 1 Zlota St. 59-500, Zlotoryja, Poland TEL: +48-(0)76-878-79-79 FAX: +48-(0)76-878-79-79 E-MAIL: [email protected] [email protected] WEB: www.bionica.com.pl 98 Natu 93 Orlat Lwowskich St. 41-208, Sosnowiec, Poland TEL: +48-(0)32-297-74-68 FAX: +48-(0)32-297-80-35 E-MAIL: [email protected] 57 Japanese Food at Source Japanese Food at Source 99 V&S Luksusowa Zielona Góra S.A. 59 Jedności St. 65-018, Zielona Góra, Poland TEL: +48-(0)68-353-04-21 FAX: +48-(0)68-326-70-03 E-MAIL: [email protected] [email protected] Portugal 100 Dietimport Rua 1° de Dezembro, n°45-3°dto, 1249-057 Lisbon, Portugal TEL: +351-(0)21-030-6000 FAX: +351-(0)21-030-6012 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.dietimport.pt 101 Próvida-Produtos Naturais, Lda. Rua da Esperança, n°39, Raposeiras, 2725-505 Mem Martins, Portugal TEL: +351-(0)21-967-7770 FAX: +351-(0)21-927-0902 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.provida.pt Serbia 102 Bio Spajz D.O.O. Kalenić pijaca lokal 34, Beograd 11000 Serbia TEL: +381-(0)11-2433313 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.biospajz.rs Slovakia 103 Palisades s.r.o. J A P A N E S E F O O D AT S O U R C E Slovenia 104 Pro Organika d.o.o. Mladinska ulica 63, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia TEL: +386-(0)1-510-16-01 WEB: www.proorganica.si Spain 105 Biocop Productos Biolóicos, S.A Puigmal, 3, 08185 Lliçà de Vall, Barcelona, Spain TEL: +34-(0)93-843-65-17 FAX: +34-(0)93-843-96-00 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.biocop.es 106 Cominport S.A. Av. Marconi nave 1 - P.A.E. Neysa Sur, 28021, Madrid, Spain TEL: +34-(0)91-541-37-50 FAX: +34-(0)91-798-43-63 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.cominport.com 107 Kunga, C.B. Plaza Nueva 17 03001 Alicante, Spain TEL: +34-(0)96-520-86-00 FAX: +34-(0)96-520-86-00 E-MAIL: [email protected] 108 Natursoy, S.L. Poligono Industrial El Vapor, A1-A2, 08183, Castelltercol, Barcelona, Spain TEL: +34-(0)93-866-60-42 FAX: +34-(0)93-866-62-50 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.natursoy.es 109 S. Colomer Casas, S.L. Ciudad de Cartagena, 23 Pol. Inc. Fuente del Jarro 46988 Paterna Valencia, Spain TEL: +34-(0)96-132-19-96 FAX: +34-(0)96-132-27-14 E-MAIL: [email protected] 58 Tokyo-Ya, S.A. Sweden 111 Akebono Unlimited AB Box 30186, 104 25 Stockholm, Sweden TEL: +46-(0)8-695-12-16 FAX: +46-(0)8-695-12-11 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.akebono.se www.sake.se 112 Bornicon & Salming AB Box 45438, 104 31 Stockholm, Sweden TEL: +46-(0)8-32-02-20 FAX: +46-(0)8-32-02-10 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.bornicon-salming.se 113 Hokkai Suisan Sweden AB Slakthugatan 10-18, 121 62 Johanneshov, Sweden TEL: +46-(0)8-722-99-83 FAX: +46-(0)8-722-95-46 E-MAIL: [email protected] 114 Hung Fat Trading Asien Livs Tagenevägen 3, 422 59 Hisingbacka, Sweden TEL: +46-(0)31-23-33-84 FAX: +46-(0)31-23-33-68 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.hungfat.se 115 Kung Markatta AB Hjälmarsberg, 705 95 Örebro, Sweden TEL: +46-(0)1-930-73-00 FAX: +46-(0)1-932-02-01 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.kungmarkatta.se 116 Naoi Group AB Bergvik, 178 90, Ekerö, Sweden TEL: +46-(0)8-560-230-22 FAX: +46-(0)8-673-69-91 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.japanskatorget.com Switzerland 117 Best Taste Trading Hertistrasse 29, 8304, Wallisellen, Switzerland TEL: +41-(0)43-443-30-50 FAX: +41-(0)43-443-30-59 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.besttaste.ch 118 Biofair Gerlisbrunnenstrasse 1, 8121, Benglen, Switzerland TEL: +41-(0)1-826-09-91 FAX: +41-(0)1-826-09-92 E-MAIL: [email protected] 119 Foodex Switzerland Route de Saint-Cergue 15, 1260, Nyon, Switzerland TEL: +41-(0)22-363-00-50 FAX: +41-(0)22-363-00-51 120 Globus Industriestrasse 171, 8957 Spreitenbach, Switzerland TEL: +41-(0)58-455-23-34 121 Linea Bio Verde dl Cattori e Flgllo snc, Via al Piano, 6593, Cadenazzo, Switzerland TEL: +41-(0)91-858-19-53 +41-(0)91-858-36-34 E-MAIL: [email protected] 122 Magnin SantŽ Rue des Crétêts 99, 2300, La Chaux de Fonds, Switzerland TEL: +41-(0)32-926-48-33 FAX: +41-(0)32-926-94-96 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.magnin-sante.ch 123 Nishi’s Japan Shop Schaffhauserstrasse 120, 8057, Zurich, Switzerland TEL: +41-(0)1-363-11-63 FAX: +41-(0)1-362-38-92 E-MAIL: [email protected] 124 Nostag AG P.O. Box 451, Basel malzgasse 17, 4010, Switzerland TEL: +41-(0)61-272-49-40 FAX: +41-(0)61-272-42-38 E-MAIL: [email protected] 125 Phag Sàrl Route de l’Etraz 7, 1185, Mont Sur Rolle, Switzerland TEL: +41-(0)22-364-15-87 FAX: +41-(0)22-364-53-63 E-MAIL: [email protected] 126 SV Süsswaren Vertriebs AG Niederdorfstrasse 11, Am Hirschenplatz, 8001, Zurich, Switzerland TEL: +41-(0)44-260-65-40 FAX: +41-(0)44-260-65-44/04 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.suesswaren.ch 127 Uchitomi SA 13-15 rue Ferrier, 1202, Geneve, Switzerland TEL: +41-(0)22-731-26-01 FAX: +41-(0)22-738-52-16 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.uchitomi.ch 128 Ueno Gourmet AG Seestrasse 110, 8610, Uster, Switzerland TEL: +41-(0)44-940-4888 FAX: +41-(0)44-940-4886 E-MAIL: [email protected] 129 Stutzer & Co. AG 134 Community Foods Ltd. Micross, Brent Terrace, London NW2 1LT U.K. TEL: +44-(0)20-8208-2966 FAX: +44-(0)20-8208-2906 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.communityfoods.co.uk 135 Eaux de Vie Ltd. 3 Harcourt St. London W1H 4EY U.K. TEL: +44-(0)20-7258-0334 FAX: +44-(0)20-7723-7053 WEB: www.eauxdevie.co.uk 136 Elysium Natural Products Unit 12, Moderna Business Pk. Mytholmroyd, Halifax HX7 5QQ U.K. TEL: +44-(0)1422-885523 FAX: +44-(0)1422-884629 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.elysium-naturalproducts.co.uk 137 Essential Trading Co-operative Ltd. Unit 3, Lodge Causeway Trading Estate, Fishponds, Bristol BS16 3JB U.K. TEL: +44-(0)845-458-0201 FAX: +44-(0)117-958-3551 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.essential-trading.coop 138 Good Food Distributors Unit 3, Heart of Wales Business Pk. Llandrindod Wells, Powys LD1 5AB U.K. TEL: +44-(0)1597-824720 FAX: +44-(0)1597-824730 E-MAIL: [email protected] 139 Goodness Foods South March Daventry, Northants NN11 4PH U.K. TEL: +44-(0)1327-706611 FAX: +44-(0)1327-701555 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.goodness.co.uk 140 The Granary Whole Foods Newham Rd. Truro, Cornwall TR1 2ST U.K. TEL: +44-(0)1872-274343 FAX: +44-(0)1872-223477 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.granarywholefoods.co.uk UK 23 Fleming St. Dennistoun, Glasgow G31 1PQ U.K. TEL: +44-(0)1415-547633 FAX: +44-(0)1415-565589 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.greencity.co.uk Capital Food Wholesalers Ltd. Units 29-30, Old Jamaica Rd. Business Centre, Bermondsey, London SE16 4AW U.K. TEL: +44-(0)20-7394-8890 FAX: +44-(0)20-7394-7558 E-MAIL: [email protected] 131 Cathay Importers Ltd. Cathay House, Cobbold Road Industrial Estate, Cobbold Rd. London NW10 9ST U.K. TEL: +44-(0)20-8459-3634 FAX: +44-(0)20-8459-3639 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.cathayimporters.co.uk 132 Clearspring Ltd. 19A, Acton Park Estate, London W3 7QE U.K. TEL: +44-(0)20-8749-1781 FAX: +44-(0)20-8811-8893 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.clearspring.co.uk 133 CLF Distribution Ltd. 16 Parkers Close, Downton Industrial Estate, Salisbury, Wiltshire SP5 3RB U.K. TEL: +44-(0)1725-514200 FAX: +44-(0)1725-514201 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.clfdistribution.com 141 GreenCity Wholefoods 146 147 Harro Foods Ltd. Unit 9-10, Merton Industrial Pk. Lee Rd. London SW19 3HX U.K. TEL: +44-(0)20-8543-3343 FAX: +44-(0)20-8542-1962 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.harro.co.uk Hasegawa Saketen UK Ltd. 18 Betony Walk, Rushden, Northants, NN10 0TL U.K. TEL: +44-(0)1933-418711 FAX: +44-(0)7918-074283 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.hasegawasaketen.com www.icorporationinc.com 144 The Health Store Unit 10, Blenheim Park Rd. Blenheim Pk. Nottingham NG6 8YP U.K. TEL: +44-(0)1159-767200 FAX: +44-(0)1159-767290 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.thehealthstore.co.uk ISAKE UK Ltd. River Plate House, 7-11 Finsbury Circus, London EC2M 7AF U.K. TEL: +44-(0)20-7826-8798 FAX: +44-(0)20-7826-8627 WEB: www.europe.marubeni.com Jalux Europe Ltd. Penta House, Lynchford La. Farnborough, Hampshire GU14 6JF U.K. TEL: +44-(0)845-051-0223 FAX: +44-(0)845-051-0224 E-MAIL: [email protected] Japan Centre Group Ltd. 14 -16 Regent St. London SW1Y 4PH U.K. TEL: +44-(0)20-3405-1246 FAX: +44-(0)20-7930-7754 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.japancentre.com JFC (UK) Ltd. Unit 17, Premier Pk. 7 Premier Park Rd. London NW10 7NZ U.K. TEL: +44-(0)20-8963-7600 FAX: +44-(0)20-8963-7605 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.jfc.eu 152 Korea Foods Company Ltd. Unit 4-6, Wyvern Industrial Estate, Beverley Way, New Malden, Surrey KT3 4PH U.K. TEL: +44-(0)20-8949-2238 FAX: +44-(0)20-8942-9882 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.koreafoods.co.uk Lembas Ltd. Unit 5, The Old Tannery, Whiting St. Sheffield S8 9QR U.K. TEL: +44-(0)845-458-1585 FAX: +44-(0)845-458-1586 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.lembas.co.uk 154 143 Irashai Services Ltd. Mimosa House, 12 Princes St. London W1B 2LL U.K. TEL: +44-(0)20-7493-0391 FAX: +44-(0)20-7495-6090 WEB: www.japanesecraftseu.co.uk 151 Longdan Ltd. 4 Estate Way, London E10 7JN U.K. TEL: +44-(0)20-8556-8828 FAX: +44-(0)20-8558-9171 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.longdan.co.uk 155 Malcolm Cowen Ltd. Unit C, Western Trading Estate, Trading Estate Rd. London NW10 7PJ U.K. TEL: +44-(0)20-8965-1937 FAX: +44-(0)20-8961-3501 E-MAIL: [email protected] 156 Marblehead Brand Development Ltd. 102 Camley St. London N1C 4PF U.K. TEL: +44-(0)20-7388-4515 FAX: +44-(0)20-7388-4516 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.marigoldhealthfoods.com Safestore, Ingate Pl. Battersea, London SW8 3NS U.K. TEL: +44-(0)795-293-9066 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.isake.co.uk 149 157 Infinity Foods Co Operative Ltd. 52 Boyn Valley Rd. Maidenhead, Berkshire SL6 4ED U.K. TEL: +44-(0)1628-636082 +44-(0)776-644-6587 E-MAIL: [email protected] 148 TEL: +44-(0)1276-406888 FAX: +44-(0)1276-406889 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.manningimpex.com 17 Station Rd. Milngavie, Glasgow G62 8PG U.K. TEL: +44-(0)1419-559091 FAX: +44-(0)1419-566345 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.marblehead.uk.com 67 Noway St. Portslade, East Sussex BN4 1AE U.K. TEL: +44-(0)1273-424060 FAX: +44-(0)1273-417739 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.infinityfoods.co.uk 153 142 Highland Wholefoods Workers Cooperative Ltd. Unit 6, 13 Harbour Rd. Inverness IV1 1SY U.K. TEL: +44-(0)1463-712393 FAX: +44-(0)1463-715586 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.highlandwholefoods.co.uk 150 Baumackerstrasse 24, Postfach, 8050, Zurich, Switzerland TEL: +41-(0)44-315-56-56 FAX: +41-(0)44-315-56-00 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.stutzer.ch 130 145 Manning Impex Ltd. 2 Doman Rd, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 3DF U.K. 158 159 160 161 Marigold Health Foods Ltd. Marubeni Europe Plc. Penta Foods Ltd. Percy Fox & Co. J A P A N E S E F O O D AT S O U R C E Palisády 8, 81106 Bratislava - Staré Mesto-Staré Mesto, Slovakia TEL: +421-(0)908-665-025 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.maurer.sk 110 Avda. Presidente Carmona 9, 28020 Madrid, Spain TEL: +34-(0)91-579-23-11 FAX: +34-(0)91-570-71-74 E-MAIL: [email protected] Unit C, Woodside Industrial Estate, Dunmow Rd. Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 5RG U.K. TEL: +44-(0)1279-756200 FAX: +44-(0)1279-713444 E-MAIL: [email protected] 162 Queenswood Natural Foods Ltd. Bristol Rd. Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 4AW U.K. TEL: +44-(0)1278-423440 FAX: +44-(0)1278-424084 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.queenswoodfoods.co.uk 163 Rainbow Wholefoods White Lodge Estate, Hall Rd. Norwich NR4 6DG U.K. TEL: +44-(0)1603-630484 FAX: +44-(0)1603-664066 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.rainbowwholefoods.co.uk 164 Sam Sake 18B High Rd. London NW10 2QG U.K. TEL: +44-(0)20-8451-0084 FAX: +44-(0)20-8451-0079 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.samsake.com 165 SeeWoo Foods Ltd. Waxlow Rd. Park Royal, London NW10 7NU U.K. TEL: +44-(0)845-076-8888 FAX: +44-(0)845-076-8899 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.seewoo.com 166 S.K.Y. Enterprise UK Ltd. Unit B, Alpha House, 158 Garth Rd. Morden, Surrey SM4 4TQ U.K. TEL: +44-(0)20-8337-9009 FAX: +44-(0)20-8337-0377 E-MAIL: [email protected] 167 Suma Wholefoods Lacy Way, Lowfields Business Pk. Elland HX5 9DB U.K. TEL: +44-(0)1422-313840 FAX: +44-(0)1422-313841 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.suma.coop 59 Japanese Food at Source Japanese Food at Source 168 Survival Wholefoods Ltd. Unit 1, Prince Of Wales Business Pk. Bridge St. Leominster, Herefordshire HR6 8EA U.K. TEL: +44-(0)1568-614147 FAX: +44-(0)1568-612678 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.survivalwholefoods.co.uk 169 Tazaki Foods Ltd. Unit 4, Delta Pk. Millmarsh La. Enfield, Middlesex EN3 7QJ U.K. TEL: +44-(0)20-8344-3000 FAX: +44-(0)20-8344-3003 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.tazakifoods.com 170 T.K. Trading (Yoshikawa UK) Ltd. Unit 7, The Chase Centre, 8 Chase Rd. Park Royal, London NW10 6QD U.K. TEL: +44-(0)20-8453-1743 FAX: +44-(0)20-8453-0606 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.japan-foods.co.uk 171 Tree of Life UK Ltd. Coaldale Rd. Lymedale Business Pk. Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire ST5 9QX U.K. TEL: +44-(0)1782-567100 FAX: +44-(0)1782-567199 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.treeoflifeuk.com J A P A N E S E F O O D AT S O U R C E Wine & Spirit International 9th Fl. Hyde House, Edgware Rd. Colindale, London NW9 6LH U.K. TEL: +44-(0)20-8975-1023 FAX: +44-(0)20-8975-1025 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.wineandspirit.com 173 World Sake Imports UK Unit B, Alpha House, 158 Garth Rd. Morden, Surrey SM4 4TQ U.K. TEL: +44-(0)20-7233-3791 FAX: +44-(0)1865-233241 WEB: www.worldsake.com Russia & CIS Russia 174 East West Usievicha Str 24/2, Moscow 125315 Russia TEL: +7-495-232–21–21 FAX: +7-495-913–87–26 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.ews.ru 175 Japro Corporation Astrakhanskiy pereulok 5, Moscow 129090 Russia TEL: +7-495-708-44-56 FAX: +7-495-680-25-10 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.japro.ru 176 Konus Plus Burakova St. 6, Moscow 105118 Russia TEL: +7-495-365-52-09 FAX: +7-495-365-52-09 E-MAIL: [email protected] [email protected] WEB: www.konusplus.ru 177 Luding Ryabinovaya St. 55, Moscow 121471 Russia TEL: +7-495-916-90-26 FAX: +7-495-916-90-26 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.luding.ru 178 SMS Trading Ivanovskaya St. 19/21, Moscow 127434 Russia TEL: +7-495-788-50-79 Vagr Vina Vita Co., Ltd. 180 Vesta-Center International 1-ya Brestskaya, Str 29/22, Moscow 125047 Russia TEL: +7-495-978-92-87 FAX: +7-499-978-50-38 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.vci.ru 181 Whitehall Dmitrovskoye shosse 33, Bldg.5, Moscow 127550 Russia TEL: +7-495-977-70-00 FAX: +7-495-786-76-00 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.whitehall.ru Ukraine 182 Food Pro Service Ltd. M. Grushevskogo St. 28/2, N.P. 43, 1021 Kyiv, Ukraine TEL: +38-(0)44-207-44-00 Middle East Bahrain 183 Nature Valley House 1877, Rd 4438, 244 Arad, Muharraq, Kingdom of Bahrain TEL: +973-178-255-54 WEB: www.naturevalleybahrain.com Syria 184 Jah Jah Trading Company P.O. Box 9799, Damascuss, Syria TEL: +963-(0)11-666-32-07 U.A.E. 185 Planet Nutrition Office No. 21, Al Aweer 34/855, Dubai, U.A.E. TEL: +971-(0)4-3553-338 FAX: +971-(0)4-3557-466 WEB: www.myplanetnutrition.com Asia China 186 Beijing Zhongqiu Create Commercial & Trading Co., Ltd. Room 830, 41 Dong Si Huan Zhong Rd. Chaoyang District, Beijing 100025 China TEL: +86-(0)10-8571-1690 FAX: +86-(0)10-8571-1690 E-MAIL: [email protected] 187 Shanghai Haoweijia Food Co., Ltd. 588 Zhongshan Rd. North, Shanghai 200070 China TEL: +86-(0)21-6330-9541 FAX: +86-(0)21-6628-2183 188 Shanghai Zhuo He Trade Co., Ltd. Room 101-103, Bldg. 8, 2381 Hongqiao Rd. Changning, Shanghai 200335 China TEL: +86-(0)21-5219-5038 FAX: +86-(0)21-5219-5038 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.zhuohe.com 189 Vox Trading Co., Ltd. Beijing Representative Office Room 1919, China Garments Tower, No.99 Jianguo Rd. Beijing 10020 China TEL: +86-(0)10-6581-9732 FAX: +86-(0)10-6581-9735 E-MAIL: [email protected] 190 Vox Trading Co., Ltd. Dalian Representative Office Room 604, Furama Hotel, 60 Renmin Rd, Dalian 116001 China TEL: +86-(0)41-1281-6359 FAX: +86-(0)41-1263-6368 E-MAIL: [email protected] Hong Kong 191 Alive Asia Ltd. 701A Causeway Bay Commercial Centre, 13 Sugar St. Causeway Bay, Hong Kong TEL: +852-2890-3090 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.aliveasia.com.hk 192 City Super Ltd. 8th Fl. Wharf T & T Centre, Harbour City, 7 Canton Rd. Tsimshatsui, Hong Kong TEL: +852-2956-2668 FAX: +852-2956-0336 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.citysuper.com.hk 193 Fook Lam Construction Co., Ltd. Unit H, 4/F. Phase 1, Vigor Industrial Bldg. 49-53 Ta Chuen Ping St. Kwai Chung, Hong Kong TEL: +852-2407-3187 FAX: +852-2408-0014 E-MAIL: [email protected] [email protected] 194 J-Bonbon Ltd. Room 2202, 22/F. Manley Commercial Bldg. 367 Queen’s Rd. Central, Hong Kong TEL: +852-2155-8122 FAX: +852-2155-8299 E-MAIL: [email protected] 195 JFC Hong Kong Ltd. 5th Fl. Ever Gain Centre, 43-57 Wang Wo Tsai St. Tsuen Wan, Hong Kong TEL: +852-2428-6431 FAX: +852-2480-4762 E-MAIL: [email protected] 196 Nansen Trading Co., (H.K.) Ltd. Room 3514, 35th Fl. Hong Kong Plaza, 186-191 Connaught Rd. West, Hong Kong TEL: +852-2546-6680 FAX: +852-2546-7981 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.nansen.com.hk 197 Nikken’s Japanese Food Co., Ltd. Ground Fl. Kim Fat Mansion, 11 Shau Kei Wan Main St. East, Hong Kong TEL: +852-2568-8118 FAX: +852-2567-4084 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.nikkens-jf.com 198 Nippon Foods Co., Ltd. Unit 1110-1112, 11th Fl. Eight Commercial Tower, 8 Sun Yip St. Chaiwan, Hong Kong TEL: +852-2898-8126 FAX: +852-2897-9553 E-MAIL: [email protected] 199 TSK Group (Hong Kong) TSK International Group Ltd. Room 2402, Million Fortuna Industrial Centre, 34-36 Chai Wan Kok St. Tsuen, Hong Kong TEL: +852-2721-8182 FAX: +852-2758-8905 India 200 Maidoindia 206 Ascot Centre, Sahar Rd. Andheri East. Mumbai 400099 India TEL: +91-22-6113-1234 / FAX: +91-22-6113-1230 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.maidoindia.com Korea 201 Naksan Technology, Inc. Seocho Plaza 3F, 1321-7 Seocho-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul, Korea TEL: +82-(0)2-521-7678 FAX: +82-(0)2-521-7686 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.naksan.co.kr 202 Nihonshu Korea 39-1 Samseong-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Korea TEL: +82-(0)2-545-3251 FAX: +82-(0)2-545-3261 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.nihonshu.co.kr Singapore 203 Ban Choon Marketing (Pte) Ltd. 30 Quality Rd. Singapore 618803 TEL: +65-(0)6777-7333 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.banchoon.com.sg 204 Letat Agencies (Pte) Ltd. 61 Yishun Industrial Park A, #04-01 Singapore 768767 TEL: +65-(0)6220-0333 FAX: +65-(0)6741-9672 E-MAIL: [email protected] 205 Makoto-Ya (S) Pte. Ltd. 9 Kaki Bukit Rd. 2, #01-05, Gordon Warehouse Bldg. Singapore 417842 TEL: +65-(0)6741-3511 FAX: +65-(0)6841-4482 E-MAIL: [email protected] 206 Orihara (Pte) Ltd. 11 Unity St. #01-02 Robertson Walk, Singapore 237995 TEL: +65-(0)6836-5710 FAX: +65-(0)6836-5720 WEB: www.orihara-net.co.jp 207 Yamakawa Trading Co. (Pte) Ltd. 3C Toh Guan Rd. East, Singapore 608832 TEL: +65-(0)6567-8200 FAX: +65-(0)6567-0832 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.yamakawa.com.sg Taiwan 208 Taiwan Wines and Spirits Co., Ltd. No. 156-3, Sec.1 Datong Rd. Sijhih City, Taipei, Taiwan R.O.C. TEL: +886-(0)2-2690-7711 FAX: +886-(0)2-2690-7722 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.my9.com.tw Thailand 209 S.K. Liquor Ltd. Part 149/5 Charoenmuang Rd. Rongmuang, Patumwan, Bangkok 10330 Thailand TEL: +66-(0)2-214-1479 FAX: +66-(0)2-215-5081 E-MAIL: [email protected] 210 Vox Trading (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Room 1402, 33/66 Wall Street Tower, Surawongse Rd. Bangrak, Bangkok 10500 Thailand TEL: +66-(0)2-237-4726 FAX: +66-(0)2-807-5577 E-MAIL: [email protected] 212 Simon Johnson P.O. Box 6486, South Sydnes Business Hub, Alexandria, NSW 2015 Australia TEL: +61-(0)2-8244-8288 FAX: +61-(0)2-8244-8299 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.simonjohnson.com 213 Vox Trading (Australia) Pty Ltd. Suite 25, Level 5, 88 Pitt St. Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia TEL: +61-(0)2-9233-5533 FAX: +61-(0)2-9233-5666 E-MAIL: [email protected] North America Hana Vin 658 rue Bloomfield Outremont, Quebec H2V 3S1 Canada TEL: +1-514-276-8151 FAX: +1-514-276-1908 215 JFC International (Canada) Inc. 1025 Kamato Rd. Mississauga, Ontario L4W 0C1 Canada TEL: +1-905-629-0993 FAX: +1-905-629-7909 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.jfc.ca 216 Ozawa Canada Inc. 135 East Beaver Creak Rd. Unit 3, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 1E2 Canada TEL: +1-905-731-5088 FAX: +1-905-731-0788 WEB: www.ozawa.ca 217 Vox Trading Co., Ltd. Vancouver Representative Office Suite 805, 938 Howe St. Vancouver, V6Z 1N9 Canada TEL: +1-604-331-0417 FAX: +1-604-331-0487 E-MAIL: [email protected] U.S.A. 218 B. United International Inc. 15 John Todd Way, Redding, CT 06896 U.S.A. TEL: +1-203-938-0713 FAX: +1-203-938-1124 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.bunitedint.com 219 Dreyfus Ashby & Co. 630 Third Ave. 15th Fl. New York, NY 10012 U.S.A. TEL: +1-212-818-0770 FAX: +1-212-953-2366 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.dreyfusashby.com 220 Japan Prestige Sake International Inc. 123 Watts St. New York, NY 10013 U.S.A. TEL: +1-212-219-1166 FAX: +1-212-366-4925 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.meimonshu.jp 221 JFC International (Hawaii), Inc. Oceania 887 North Nimitz Highway, Honolulu, Hawaii, HI 96817 U.S.A. TEL: +1-808-537-9528 FAX: +1-808-526-0389 WEB: www.jfc.com Australia 222 211 Japan Food Corp (Aust) Pty Ltd. Bldg. D1/16 Mars Road Lane Cove, NSW 2066 Australia TEL: +61-(0)2-9429-8000 FAX: +61-(0)2-9429-8010 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.jfcaustralia.com.au JFC International Inc. Head Office 7101 East Slauson Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90040 U.S.A. TEL: +1-323-721-6100 FAX: +1-323-721-6133 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.jfc.com JFC International Inc. Los Angeles Branch 7101 East Slauson Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90040 U.S.A. TEL: +1-323-721-6900 FAX: +1-323-721-6933 WEB: www.jfc.com 224 JFC International Inc. New York Branch 40 Varick Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11237 U.S.A. TEL: +1-718-456-8805 FAX: +1-718-417-7639 WEB: www.jfc.com 225 Canada 214 223 JFC International Inc. San Francisco Branch 540 Forbes Boulevard, South San Francisco, CA 94080 U.S.A. TEL: +1-650-873-8400 FAX: +1-650-952-3276 WEB: www.jfc.com 226 Mutual Trading Co., Inc. 431 Crocker St. Los Angeles, CA 90013 U.S.A. TEL: +1-213-626-9458 FAX: +1-213-626-5130 WEB: www.lamtc.com 227 Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. Los Anegles Branch 13409 Orden Drive “Building J”, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 U.S.A. TEL: +1-562-802-1900 FAX: +1-562-229-1720 WEB: www.nishimototrading.com 228 J A P A N E S E F O O D AT S O U R C E 172 179 Volgogradskiy prospekt 32, Bldg.3, Moscow 109316 Russia TEL: +7-495-544-43-93 FAX: +7-495-544-43-94 WEB: www.vinavita.ru True World Foods New York LLC 32-34 Papetti Plaza, Elizabeth, NJ 07206 U.S.A. TEL: +1-908-351-9090 FAX: +1-908-351-0021 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.trueworldfoods.com 229 Vox Trading USA Co. 1800 SW 1st Ave. Suite 270 Portland, OR 97201 U.S.A. TEL: +1-503-227-3171 FAX: +1-503-226-4267 E-MAIL: [email protected] 230 Winebow, Inc. (New Jersey) 75 Chestnut Ridge Rd. Montvale, NJ 07645 U.S.A. TEL: +1-201-445-0620 FAX: +1-201-445-9869 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.winebow.com Central & South America Mexico 231 JFC de Mexico Av Año de Juarez No. 160-B Col. Granjas San Anotonio Mexico DF CP 09070 TEL: +52-555-686-8893 FAX: +52-555-686-8868 Africa Mauritius 232 Natureland Products Ltd. Vikas Bldg. 7th Mile Triolet, Solitude, Mauritius TEL: +230-261-4716/6612 FAX: +230-261-8367 E-MAIL: [email protected] This information was collated in July 2010 and may subsequently be subject to change. 60 61 World Food Trade Fairs Here we list the essential information on food trade fairs taking place around the world in the forthcoming year. 2010 September 65 October 65-67 November 67-69 December 69 2011 January 69 February 69 March 69-71 April 71 May 71-73 June 73 July 73 October 73 September - October 2010 Date Event Location 5-7 Sep. Speciality & Fine Food Fair 2010 London, U.K. www.specialityandfinefoodfairs.co.uk Olympia 7-9 Sep. Asian Seafood Exposition 7-9 Sep. Hong Kong, China Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre www.asianseafoodexpo.com Restaurant and Bar Hong Kong 2010 Hong Kong, China www.restaurantandbarhk.com See p64 Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre Beijing, China China Brew & Beverage 2010 8-10 Sep. Asia Fruit Logistica 2010 8-11 Sep. AFEX 2010 - Asia Food Expo www.afex.com.ph World Trade Center Metro Manila 14-17 Sep. World Food Moscow 2010 Moscow, Russia www.worldfood-moscow.com Expocentre 15-18 Sep. Food & Hotel Thailand 2010 Bangkok, Thailand www.foodhotelthailand.com 21-22 Sep. 21-23 Sep. BioFach Japan 2010 www.biofach.jp Tokyo Big Sight - Tokyo International Exhibition Center 26-29 Sep. PIR. The Hospitality Industry Moscow, Russia site.pir.ru Crocus-Expo Fi Asia 2010 - Food ingredients Asia 2010 Jakarta, Indonesia 29 Sep. -1 Oct. www.chinabrew-beverage.com www.asiafruitlogistica.com China International Exhibition Center Hong Kong, China Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre Manila, Philippines 780 7289 First Event Contact Fresh RM Ltd. Diversified Business Communications 100 8179 Diversified Events Hong Kong LLC 491 46751 China National Building Material & Light Industrial Machinery Group Corp. 224 3441 Global Produce Events GmbH N/A 28518 Trade Information Marketing & Exhibitions, Inc. 1100 53988 ITE Group Plc Royal Paragon Hall 756 24126 Bangkok Exhibition Services Ltd. The Boutique Bar Show London London, U.K. www.boutiquebarshow.com/london.htm Royal Horticultural Halls N/A The Boutique Bar Show 242 13690 NürnbergMesse GmbH 580 43000 PIR Group fiasia.ingredientsnetwork.com Tokyo, Japan Jakarta International Expo 30 Sep. -1 Oct. lunch! 2010 London, U.K. www.lunchshow.co.uk Old Billingsgate 30 Sep. -3 Oct. International FoodTec India 2010 Mumbai, India www.foodtecindia.com Bombay Exhibition Centre 250 6300 UBM International Media 110 2513 Diversified Business Communications 172 5088 Koelnmesse YA Tradefair Pvt. Ltd. W O R L D F O2O0D1 T0R A D E F A I R 7-10 Sep. Exhibitors Visitors 65 October - November 2010 Date 7-8 Oct. 11-13 Oct. Event Location easyFairs® Packaging Innovations London 2010 London, U.K. Business Design Centre www.easyfairs.com The Restaurant Show 2010 London, U.K. www.therestaurantshow.co.uk Earls Court 2 Exhibitors Visitors First Event 350 N/A Contact easyFairs SA/NV William Reed Hospitality Ltd. See p14 13-15 Oct. Hi/S-tec Japan 2010 - Health Ingredients/Safety and Technology Japan 2010 www.hijapan.info 17-21 Oct. 19-21 Oct. 22-23 Oct. SIAL 2010 - The Global Food Marketplace www.sial.fr See p13 & p66 IFTC/Interfood Shanghai 2010 Tokyo Big Sight - Tokyo International Exhibition Center Paris, France Parc de Expositions de Paris Nord Villepinte Shanghai, China www.foodtecchina.com Shanghai International Exhibition Centre (INTEX) Fi India 2010 - Food Ingredients India 2010 Mumbai, India fiindia.ingredientsnetwork.com Sweets & Snacks China 2010 28-30 Oct. Wine & Gourmet Asia 2010 www.sweetschina.com www.wineandgourmetasia.com Sweets & Snacks Middle East 2010 Bombay Exhibition Centre Shanghai, China Shanghai International Exhibition Center (INTEX) Macao, China Cotai Strip® Cotai Expo™ at The Venetian® Macao-ResortHotel Dubai, U.A.E. 580 42794 5500 148000 UBM Media Co., Ltd. Sopexa UK 162 8181 Koelnmesse Co., Ltd. 120 4380 UBM International Media 147 47500 Koelnmesse Co., Ltd. 100 7163 Koelnmesse Pte Ltd. Koelnmesse GmbH www.sweetsmiddleeast.com Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre 157 4786 5-9 Nov. Hostelco 2010 Barcelona, Spain www.hostelco.com Montjuïc Exhibition Centre 1522 80412 Fira de Barcelona 10-12 Nov. FHC China 2010 849 20810 China International Exhibitions Ltd. 300 35000 BBC Haymarket Exhibitions Ltd. 12-14 Nov. 14-18 Nov. 16-18 Nov. Shanghai, China www.fhcchina.com Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) MasterChef Live A BBC Good Food Production 2010 London, U.K. www.londonbbcgoodfoodshow.com Olympia Equip’Hotel Paris, France www.equiphotel.com Paris Expo Porte de Versailles Hi Europe & Ni 2010 - Health ingredients Europe & Natural ingredients 2010 Madrid, Spain IFEMA - Feria de Madrid 1472 106000 Reed Expositions France 530 7328 UBM International Media 2010 28-30 Oct. 31 Oct. -2 Nov. Tokyo, Japan hieurope.ingredientsnetwork.com 67 November 2010 - March 2011 Date Event Location 18-21 Nov. Food Week 2010 Seoul, Korea www.koreafoodfair.com COEX - Korea Exhibition Center 22-24 Nov. SIAL Middle East 2010 24-26 Nov. Abu Dhabi, U.A.E. www.sialme.com Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre Annapoorna - World of Food India 2010 Mumbai, India www.worldoffoodindia.com Bombay Exhibition Centre Bordeaux, France www.vinitech-bordeaux.com Bordeaux Parc de Expositions 22-26 Jan. Sirha 2011 Lyon, France www.sirha.com Eurexpo Lyon 24-26 Jan. Hospitality 2011 Birmingham, U.K. www.hospitalityshow.co.uk NEC Birmingham ISM - The International Sweets and Biscuits Fair Cologne, Germany 30 Jan. -2 Feb. See p13 www.ism-cologne.com Cologne Exhibition Center 7-11 Feb. Prodexpo’ 2011 Moscow, Russia www.prod-expo.ru Expocentre Fairgrounds 9-11 Feb. Fruit Logistica 2011 Berlin, Germany www.fruitlogistica.com Messe Berlin 16-19 Feb. BioFach 2011 Nuremberg, Germany www.biofach.de Exhibition Centre Nuremberg SIA 2011 - International Agriculture Fair Paris, France 19-27 Feb. 22-25 Feb. 27 Feb. -2 Mar. 1-4 Mar. www.salon-agriculture.com Paris Expo Porte de Versailles Tokyo, Japan HCJ 2011 Tokyo Big Sight - Tokyo International Exhibition Center www.jma.or.jp/hcj Dubai, U.A.E. Gulfood 2011 www.gulfood.com Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre FOODEX JAPAN 2011 Makuhari, Japan www.jma.or.jp/foodex Makuhari Messe 593 80000 Contact COEX First Event Turret Media FZ LLC 160 5404 Koelnmesse GmbH 800 39055 2098 141380 Congrès et Expositions de Bordeaux GL Events 300 11952 Fresh RM Ltd. 1503 32000 Koelnmesse GmbH 1790 56000 Expocentre 2314 54172 Messe Berlin GmbH 2557 43669 NürnbergMesse GmbH 1000 652189 2010 - 2011 Vinitech 2010 30 Nov. -2 Dec. Exhibitors Visitors Comexposium 806 87355 Japan Management Association 3500 55379 Dubai World Trade Centre 2510 73556 Japan Management Association (JMA) See pp10-11 & p62 69 t n’ it ! Do iss m Ethnic Foods Europe 2011 March - May 2011 Date 13-16 Mar. Event Location IFE11 London, U.K. www.ife.co.uk ExCeL Exhibitors Visitors 1200 22395 Contact Fresh RM Ltd. See p15 & p68 15-17 Mar. Ethnic Foods Europe 15 – 17 March 2011 Brussels Exhibition Center, Brussels, Belgium Ethnic Foods Europe Brussels, Belgium www.ethnicfoodseurope.com Brussels Exhibition Centre 18-23 Mar. Internorga Hamburg, Germany www.hamburg-messe.de/internorga Hamburg Messe 27-29 Mar. ProWein 2011 Düsseldorf, Germany www.prowein.com Düsseldorf Exhibition Centre 27-30 Mar. Alimentaria and Horexpo Lisboa Lisbon, Portugal www.alimentariahorexpo-lisboa.com Feira Internacional de Lisboa Shanghai, China Hotelex Shanghai 2011 www.hotelex.cn Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) Natural and Organic Products Europe 2011 London, U.K. www.naturalproducts.co.uk Tokyo, Japan 6-8 Apr. FABEX 2011 Europe’s No. 1 Ethnic Food & Beverage Exhibition 6-8 Apr. Wine & Gourmet Japan 2011 The only Ethnic Trade Show where Kitchen of the World Suppliers meet with Retail and Food Service. For doing better business. 6-9 Apr. Food & Beverage from Thailand, Japan, China, Vietnam, India, Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Russia, Poland, Turkey, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, Tunesia, Israel, Egypt, Argentina, Brazil, etc. 26-29 Apr. • Including high level retail conference and many seminars • Expected: 350 exhibitors from over 25 countries • Look for updates at www.ethnicfoodseurope.com 3-5 May Tokyo Big Sight - Tokyo International Exhibition Center www.fabex.jp www.wineandgourmetjapan.com See p12 & p72 8-11 May Official Organiser Expo Communications BV Tel: 0031 76 571 03 51 Fax: 0031 76 571 39 07 E-mail: [email protected] 11-14 May Olympia Tokyo, Japan Tokyo Big Sight - Tokyo International Exhibition Center Food and Hotel Indonesia 2011 Jakarta, Indonesia www.allworldexhibitions.com Jakarta International Expo Seoul, Korea Seoul Food & Hotel 2011 www.allworldexhibitions.com KINTEX - Korea International Exhibition Center European Seafood Exposition 2011 Brussels, Belgium www.euroseafood.com HOFEX 2011 www.hofex.com 3300 36000 Hamburg Messe und Congress GmbH Messe Düsseldorf GmbH Alimentaria Exhibitions 576 / 342 and Feira Internacional 30438 / 26132 de Lisboa (FIL) 885 43288 Shanghai UBM Sinoexpo International Exhibition Co., Ltd. 500 8000 Diversified Business Communications UK 350 63478 Japan Food Journal 69 63478 Koelnmesse Pte Ltd. 850 18610 Food and Drink, Overseas Exhibition Services Ltd. 457 42590 Korean Exhibition Management Co., Ltd. 1635 24266 Diversified Business Communications 1749 30000 Rassegne S.p.A 1800 32479 Hong Kong Exhibition Services Ltd. See p14 TuttoFood - Milano World Food Exhibition www.tuttofood.it Brussels Exhibition Centre 1100 101000 2011 3-4 Apr. Exhibitors / Sponsors Expo Communications BV See p70 29 Mar. -1 Apr. Register NOW! 350 6000 Milano, Italy Fiera Milano - Milano Convention Centre Hong Kong, China Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre 71 May - October 2011 Date 17-19 May Event Location London International Wine Fair 2011 www.londonwinefair.com London, U.K. ExCeL Distil 2011 London, U.K. www.distil-london.com ExCeL 18-20 May ifia/HFE Japan 2011 www.ifiajapan.com Tokyo Big Sight - Tokyo International Exhibition Center 18-20 May Caffè Culture 2011 London, U.K. www.caffeculture.com Olympia SIAL China 2011 - Asia’s Food Marketplace Shanghai, China Tokyo, Japan 25-29 May Thaifex - World of Food Asia Bangkok, Thailand www.worldoffoodasia.com IMPACT Exhibition Center 7-10 Jun. Fooma Japan 2011 www.foomajapan.jp Tokyo Big Sight - Tokyo International Exhibition Center 19-23 Jun. Vinexpo 2011 Bordeaux, France www.vinexpo.com Bordeaux Parc de Expositions 22-25 Jun. Food Taipei 2011 Taipei, Taiwan www.foodtaipei.com.tw Taipei World Trade Center 28-30 Jun. London Seafood Expo 2011 London, U.K. www.londonseafoodexpo.com Earls Court Bar.11 London, U.K. www.barshow.co.uk Business Design Centre Imbibe 2011 London, U.K. www.imbibe.com Earls Court The 13th Japan International Seafood & Technology Expo Tokyo, Japan 5-6 Jul. Jul. 8-12 Oct. 1071 13693 Brintex 54 6000 Brintex Tokyo, Japan www.exhibitiontech.com/seafood Tokyo Big Sight - Tokyo International Exhibition Center Anuga 2011 Cologne, Germany www.anuga.com Cologne Exhibition Center 400 33712 Food Chemicals Newspaper Inc. 300 11400 Upper Street Events Ltd. 1339 30518 Comexposium Shanghai 992 21401 Koelnmesse Pte Ltd. 693 102651 The Japan Food Machinery Manufacturers’ Association 2400 46621 Vinexpo SAS 959 45369 TAITRA - Taiwan External Trade Development Council N/A Orange Fairs & Events N/A UBM Live N/A 46000 Monomax Ltd. 600 27814 Japan Fisheries Association 6522 149349 2011 www.sialchina.com Shanghai New International Expo Center (SNIEC) Jun. Contact See p15 17-19 May 18-20 May Exhibitors Visitors Koelnmesse GmbH 73