Food OEM Manufacturers in Japan

A Kanagawa-based manufacturer specializing in the development, production, and processing of 100% plant-based vegan foods. They utilize their proprietary T-MEAT technology to create innovative plant-based meat alternatives.

A fabless company specializing in small-lot OEM production of specialty and original food products using locally sourced agricultural, marine, and livestock ingredients. They handle OEM and private-label contract manufacturing of instant ramen and mini cup noodles.

A noodle manufacturer based in Amagasaki City, Hyogo Prefecture, founded in 1948. For over 70 years, the company has been exclusively dedicated to producing commercial noodles, manufacturing a full range including fresh noodles, boiled noodles, and frozen noodles. Small-lot production is one of its key strengths.

A specialty shop for katsuobushi (dried bonito), shaved bonito flakes, and dashi packs, located in Fukushima-ku, Osaka. Trusted by professional chefs as a katsuobushi specialist, the company handles OEM production of completely additive-free dashi packs.

Meat processing and prepared-food manufacturer in Komaki City, Aichi Prefecture, established in 1989. At its directly operated factory supports all processes — frying, baking, simmering, steaming, cutting, seasoning and coating. Focuses on PB product development utilizing Nagoya Cochin chicken, manufacturing yakitori, skewered items and roast chicken. Also flexibly handles single-serving response and small-lot processing.

A meat processing manufacturer based in Sakai City, Osaka, founded in 1996. The company specializes in yakitori and skewered products, handling everything from chicken processing to heat-treated products. It holds Osaka Prefecture HACCP certification.

A specialist manufacturer of kombu tea and ume-kombu tea, founded in 1958. Operating from an ISO-certified factory, the company handles small-lot OEM production of a wide range of powdered food products including kombu tea, ochazuke seasoning, powdered soups, and seasonings.

A jam specialist manufacturer based in Shinshu (Nagano), founded in 1973. The company produces jams, compotes, fruit sauces, and dried fruits primarily using fruits from Nagano Prefecture, and also handles OEM contract processing.

Established in 1977, the company primarily processes boiled wild vegetables and cut vegetables. It also produces OEM cup desserts such as puddings made with Hokkaido milk and fruit jellies. The company holds ISO 22000 certification.

A noodle manufacturer based in Saitama, founded in 1930 with approximately 90 years of history. Specializing in commercial fresh pasta, the company also produces a wide range of noodles from specialty pasta to udon, soba, and Chinese-style noodles. Daily production capacity reaches 14,000 servings.

A long-established manufacturer that succeeded in developing Japan's first solid curry roux in 1950. With a track record of over 2,000 varieties in retort curry OEM development, the company handles a wide range of products including regional specialty curries, commercial curries for hotels, and curries supervised by renowned restaurants.

Food ingredient powder contract processing specialist founded in 1993. Completes all processes including fine grinding, foreign matter removal, sterilization, blending, and portioning at a single facility. Achieved ambient-temperature pulverization of crab shells using proprietary technology. FSSC 22000 certified.

Seasoning OEM manufacturer established in 2009. Offers OEM production of sauces, dipping sauces, soups, and dressings from small lots. Halal certified by the Japan Islamic Culture Center, with track record of food exports to the Middle East.

Nori (seaweed) specialist manufacturer founded in 1985. Handles OEM for laser-cut processing of nori and edible sheet foods, as well as food printing services. Their printed transparent edible sheets can be used on drinks such as café lattes. Small-lot and short-delivery production available.

Established in 1969. Built a dedicated rice flour noodle factory in 2022. Offers OEM production of 100% rice flour gluten-free noodles under the 'Umaimen' brand. Also handles rice vermicelli, pho, wonton wrappers, and rice flour sheets. ISO 22000 certified.

Sesame specialist manufacturer founded in 1883 in Tenma, Osaka. Produces roasted sesame, ground sesame, sesame paste, and sesame oil, with over 140 years of roasting expertise. FSSC 22000 and JAS Organic certified at their Yao factory. Small-lot OEM and PB production available.

Retort OEM specialist established in 1970, part of the House Foods Group. FSSC 22000 and ISO 14001 certified. Boasts a track record of over 1,000 recipe developments, providing contract manufacturing for retort foods including braised pork, curry, and stew.

Brewing manufacturer founded in 1921 (Taisho 10). Building on their miso, tamari, and soy sauce brewing base, they offer OEM for sauces, soup stocks, pasta sauces, and retort foods. Equipped with retort sterilization systems for end-to-end support from planning to mass production.

Liquid seasoning OEM specialist founded in 1937 and incorporated in 1950. Has been developing and manufacturing Worcester sauce, dipping sauces, dressings, and more for over 85 years. Boasts a cumulative track record of over 3,000 product developments. JFS-B certified, with industry-leading filling format variety.

Established soy sauce brewery founded in 1882 and incorporated in 1950. Offers extensive OEM production spanning soy sauce, miso, pasta sauce, hot pot soup base, retort foods, and spices. HACCP implemented across all three factories with SQF international certification.