Japanese OEM Manufacturers

Headquartered in Saitama Prefecture with an in-house manufacturing facility, the company plans, develops, manufactures, and sells small-package liquid, paste, and powder seasonings. Certified with FSSC22000 and ISO9001. The company provides OEM contract manufacturing services for the school lunch industry, foodservice sector, and food manufacturers, handling everything from flavor development of original products to bagging and repacking in small batches and diverse product varieties. A second powder-specialized factory was newly established in 2023.

A pickled plum manufacturer headquartered in Minabe Town, Wakayama Prefecture. Founded in 1948, the company boasts over 70 years of expertise in plum products. Located in the birthplace of Nanko plums, it uses plums from a production area certified as a UNESCO World Agricultural Heritage Site. As a major pickled plum manufacturer with approximately 121 employees, the company supplies commercial-grade pickled plums and provides OEM manufacturing services. The company obtained SQF certification in 2020.

A umeboshi (pickled plum) specialist manufacturer based in Shirahama Town, Wakayama Prefecture. Successfully commercialized Japan's first crispy ume product made from Kishu-grown plums, holding the No. 1 national market share. Manufactures umeboshi, ume paste, crispy ume, and related products at a Wakayama Prefecture hygiene management certified factory. Handles OEM contract manufacturing for major convenience stores, restaurant chains, and food manufacturers.

A comprehensive food manufacturer headquartered in Yamanashi Prefecture, specializing in jellies, Western confectionery, and Japanese sweets. Handles OEM supply using agricultural produce from Yamanashi and Aomori prefectures alongside its own brand products. Fruit jellies are the core product, with manufacturing for nationwide retailers and wholesalers. Operates multiple production facilities in Yamanashi, Nagano, Ibaraki, and Aomori.

Thomas Co., Ltd. operates Kobe Apiary, offering OEM manufacturing and wholesale of honey and honey-processed products. They handle everything from planning, development, and manufacturing to logistics, submitting proposals and quotes within one week and prototypes within 2-3 weeks. They also operate a food and retail complex opened in 2018.

A manufacturer specializing in OEM production of gluten-free rice flour bread. Using proprietary methods, they produce 100% rice flour bread, cookies, muffins, cakes, and more, with small-lot production available.

A Kagoshima-based rice flour manufacturer founded in 1948, producing approximately 400 varieties of rice flour. They possess advanced blending expertise for Japanese sweets, Western confections, and bread, offering integrated services from rice flour milling to finished confectionery production.

Established in 1991, Kyoto Grain System processes agricultural products through steaming, roasting, and grinding to produce beverage and food ingredients. The company holds both Organic JAS and FSSC 22000 certifications.

A startup founded in 2019 as a spin-off from Shinshu University. AKEBONO develops, manufactures, sells, and offers OEM services for gluten-free foods made with Shinshu-grown sorghum. Their dedicated workshop is completely wheat-free, ensuring zero cross-contamination.

A premium umeboshi (pickled plum) specialist manufacturer founded in 1987, using Kishu Nanko plums. The company exclusively selects A-grade, large-sized umeboshi. For OEM production, it supplies original umeboshi products to hotels and corporations.

Rice flour noodle specialist manufacturer established in 1988. Produces gluten-free rice flour noodles using 100% Miyagi Prefecture Sasanishiki rice. Their dedicated factory has never used wheat products since founding, and is adopted by school lunch centers. ISO 22000 certified.

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.

Established in 1959. The leading sweet potato processor in Japan, commanding a 50% domestic market share in imo-kenpi (candied sweet potato sticks). Operates an integrated system from cultivation to processing and sales. Capable of processing 100 tons of sweet potatoes per day, also handling PB product manufacturing for major retailers.

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.

A konjac, shirataki noodle, tokoroten, and agar expert, incorporated in 1973. Plans and manufactures approximately 1,600 product items, handling private brand and OEM contract manufacturing. Owns multiple manufacturing facilities in Gunma and Saitama Prefectures, flexibly accommodating both mass production and high-mix low-volume production. Holds a top-tier domestic market share.

A grain-processed food manufacturer established in 1959. Boasts top-class domestic production volume of kinako (roasted soybean flour) and rice flour. Manufactures a wide range of grain-derived products including joshinko (rice flour), rice flour, sesame, kinako, soybean flour, and barley tea. Holds FSSC 22000 certification and organic JAS certified factories. First company in Japan to obtain non-gluten rice flour certification.

Formerly 下仁田物産 (established in 1986). Operating a manufacturing facility in Shimonitamachi, Gunma Prefecture, a renowned production area for konnyaku, the company manufactures konnyaku, shirataki, tokotenten, and jelly products. Its flagship product is konnyaku jelly made with Gunma Prefecture-sourced konnyaku powder. FSSC22000 certified.

Established in 1981. Provides OEM/ODM contract manufacturing services for edible oils and supplements, with a dedicated OEM division. Operates 3 factories in the Kanto region and manufacturing facilities in New Zealand and Australia overseas. Specializes in omega-3 oils such as flaxseed oil and perilla oil, as well as capsule products.

A specialized manufacturer of natto. We handle a wide range of products from retail items to commercial applications for school lunch programs, hotels and inns, and healthcare facilities. We are capable of OEM manufacturing of natto in various forms, including paper cup containers (plastic-free alternatives), small packet seasoned natto, and freeze-dried natto powder.

A pioneer company in grain and vegetable-based (plant-based) food products. Manufactures plant protein foods such as soy ham and gluten burgers, soy milk, cookies, and sesame-processed products. Potential for Halal certification.