Japanese OEM Manufacturers

A marine products processor in Ibaraki Prefecture, originally founded as Saito Suisan in 1950. Specializes in tsukudani (simmered preserves) production, boasting an annual output of 200 tons (approximately 10% of Ibaraki Prefecture's tsukudani marine processing volume). Directly distributes 40 varieties of OEM-manufactured tsukudani to 53 wholesale markets nationwide. Received the Prefectural Governor's Award in 2021. Accommodates orders from small lots.

A kamaboko manufacturer founded in 1950 in Niigata Prefecture. With a history spanning over 70 years, the company is committed to producing safe and reliable kamaboko by utilizing fresh ingredients. It manufactures a diverse range of processed seafood products including ita-kamaboko, sasa-kamaboko, and age-kamaboko. The company also provides commercial and OEM manufacturing services, supporting Niigata's traditional processed seafood culture.

With the motto "a maker who understands the seller," Kawakyo Foods employs Japanese cuisine chefs and provides OEM manufacturing for bottled products, frozen foods, and osechi (New Year dishes) from small lots of 50kg. Equipped with retort sterilization kettles and rapid freezing facilities across two in-house factories, they handle everything from planning and development to production and delivery for ryokan, hotels, and food manufacturers nationwide. Based in Nishinomiya, Hyogo.

Founded in Taisho 1 (1912), this long-established soy sauce brewery has preserved traditional natural fermentation methods for over 110 years in Izumo. Manufacturing hon-jouzou soy sauce aged for 1.5 to 2 years using natural spring water from the Hamayama Spring Group, selected as one of Japan's Best Waters of the Heisei Era. The company produces 76 varieties of soy sauce and soy sauce-based products, along with processed foods including miso and dressing. The company also handles private label and OEM contract manufacturing. Certified organic JAS factory.

A printed nori (seaweed) specialist manufacturer headquartered in Tsurumi-ku, Yokohama. Possesses proprietary patented technology for printing patterns on nori surfaces using calcium-based edible ink. Also handles a variety of flavored nori including soy sauce, wasabi, and garlic. Capable of OEM manufacturing for various applications including custom nori for restaurants, gift printed nori, and novelty nori.

Founded in 1937, a long-standing Hiroshima food manufacturer known for the Nitto Relay brand. Manufactures and sells kombu tea, ume kombu tea, pickling seasonings for asazuke and nukazuke, and powder beverages such as ginger tea and kuzu tea. Strengths in powder blending development and manufacturing technology, capable of small-lot OEM/ODM production from 100kg.

Founded in 1887, a pioneer in Japanese harusame (glass noodle) manufacturing. Developed Japan's first domestic harusame production technology in 1937 and has been manufacturing harusame and kuzukiri in Sakurai City, Nara Prefecture for over 80 years. Produces a wide range of dried noodles including domestic harusame, mung bean harusame, kuzukiri, and hand-stretched somen, also supplying commercial-use products.

A powder food specialist manufacturer (Naniwa Group) headquartered in Yao City, Osaka. Leveraging expertise cultivated through kombu tea and ume kombu tea manufacturing, the company specializes in OEM production of powdered and granulated foods including ochazuke seasoning, furikake, powder soup, and latte mixes. Capable of developing ochazuke products blending specialty products and agricultural products with a proprietary powder white dashi base. Handles small-lot production, also strong in souvenir product planning.

A konjac, shirataki, tokoroten, and agar expert company founded in 1946. At the factory in Shibukawa City, Gunma Prefecture, production utilizes groundwater of the same quality as the spring water of Hakoshima, designated as one of Japan's 100 Best Waters. The company maintains mass production capability with multiple in-house factories and distribution centers.

Natural ingredient seasoning manufacturer established in 1976. Utilizes biotechnology to produce extract seasonings and functional food ingredients that fully harness 100% natural raw materials from seafood and livestock. Offers OEM contract manufacturing from small pouches to large-volume commercial sizes. Various packaging formats available including vacuum packs and retort pouches.

A meat processing manufacturer based in Kirishima City, Kagoshima Prefecture. Provides OEM manufacturing of various jerky products including beef jerky, pork jerky, and venison jerky. Utilizes local Kagoshima ingredients such as Kurobuta pork and Kuroge Wagyu beef, delivering high-quality dried meat products through advanced drying and smoking techniques. Accepts contract manufacturing from small lot sizes.

A seafood processing manufacturer based in Saga City, established in 2017. Produces and sells marinated fish (Saikyo-zuke, simmered fish) and delicacies (shiokara, kasuzuke), with OEM manufacturing available from small lots. Features artisan-crafted marinating and grilling processes, producing a diverse range including ginjo-zuke, nuka-zuke, and Saikyo-zuke. Maintains sales offices in Tokyo for nationwide distribution.

A Hakata-based karashi mentaiko (spicy pollock roe) manufacturer. The company's hallmark is its commitment to quality through integrated management from raw Alaska pollock roe procurement to salting and processing. The company also promotes mentaiko culture through the operation of "Mentai Park." Commercial mentaiko production, sales, and OEM services are provided from quality-controlled in-house factories.

A meat processing manufacturer based in Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture. Produces preservative-free and coloring-free processed meat products including smoked chicken, bacon, ham, and Kyushu pork sausage. Maintains a HACCP-certified manufacturing facility and handles OEM and private-brand contract manufacturing. Distinguished by a commitment to using Kyushu-sourced ingredients.

A smoked salmon specialist manufacturer established in 1967, headquartered in Tomakomai, Hokkaido. Produces high-quality smoked salmon using proprietary smoking techniques and operates a flagship store in Ginza. Offers a diverse range of smoked seafood products including salmon ochazuke (tea-flavored rice), ikura soy sauce marinade in jars, Saikyo miso and sake lees marinated fish, and dried salmon chips.

A frozen fish fillet and fried fish manufacturer for commercial use, headquartered in Fukuoka City. The company sources carefully selected fish from around the world, and skilled artisans prepare grilled fish, simmered fish, fried fish, and other frozen seafood products for nationwide distribution. ISO 22000 certification was obtained in 2014, ensuring thorough food safety management. OEM and private-label manufacturing available.

A commercial food processing and wholesale manufacturer based in Koto-ku, Tokyo. Handles a wide range of food processing including meat products such as hamburger steaks and braised pork, as well as fish products like simmered fish. Small lot production available for PB food manufacturing and development. Flexibly accommodates customer requests from meat cutting and slicing to seasoning and processing.

A seafood processing manufacturer that has been producing cod roe (tarako) in Ishinomaki, Miyagi Prefecture for over 40 years. Since its founding, the company has maintained a commitment to additive-free products, finishing all items using only raw eggs, domestic kelp, domestic bonito flakes, domestic fish sauce, salt, sugar, and lactic acid bacteria. The company handles private brand (PB) and OEM manufacturing, with product distribution ranging from e-commerce to business-to-business channels. The company also handles other fish roe products such as seasoned herring roe and salmon roe.

A seaweed food processing manufacturer based in Hiroshima Prefecture, founded in 1948 with over 70 years of history. The company engages in the sale of raw seaweed materials and food processing, primarily focusing on kelp, wakame, and hijiki. Holding FSSC certification, it provides OEM manufacturing of a wide range of kelp products including tororo kombu, shio kombu, kombu tsukudani, and dashi ingredients. The company has particular strengths in product planning and development for mass retailers.

An established manufacturer of simmered beans and tsukudani (preserved seafood and vegetable condiments) based in Aichi Prefecture, founded in 1927 (Showa 2). The company preserves traditional flavors and manufacturing methods developed over approximately 100 years while also developing new products. Specializing in the manufacture of simmered beans and tsukudani made with carefully selected ingredients, the company also provides OEM and contract manufacturing services. Small-batch production is available, and the company uses high-quality raw materials such as Tamba black beans.