At a glance
- Japanese name
- 株式会社ニチレイフーズ
- Established
- 1942
- Location
- Chuo, Tokyo
- English support
- English corporate site for Nichirei holdings
- Export experience
- Asia, US, EU
- Certifications
- FSSC 22000, ISO 22000, Halal (selected lines)
- Website
- www.nichirei.co.jp/english
Editor's scoring
Overall 14/25 (56%)
- English supportLimited
- Export experienceStrong
- Certification breadthStrong
- MOQ flexibilityLimited
- Lead timeLimited
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About
Tokyo-listed frozen-food and cold-chain logistics group founded 1942. Operates Japan's largest frozen-food production network (Karaage chicken, Imagawayaki, frozen pasta, frozen rice) plus the broader Nichirei Logistics cold-chain. Nichirei Bioscience subsidiary supplies B2B specialty frozen ingredients and bioscience materials. Substantial OEM partner for retail private-label frozen meals and Japanese-style frozen confectionery.
Ingredients offered
- GlossaryRaw material6 suppliers
Azuki (Adzuki Bean)
小豆
A small red bean central to Japanese wagashi (mochi, dorayaki, anko paste) and increasingly used in cosmetic ingredients for its saponin-rich seed coat. Hokkaido produces ~75% of Japan's azuki by volume; the Tokachi region's 'Erimo' cultivar is the most-consumed variety in industrial wagashi production. Cosmetic-grade azuki seed extract appears in cleansing and exfoliating formulations on the back of saponin and polyphenol content.
Hokkaido (Tokachi region — 75%), Tamba (Hyogo, premium) +1MOQ 100 kg dry beans; 10–50 kg paste; 1–10 kg cosmetic extract
FAQ about Nichirei Foods Inc.
Q. What does Nichirei Foods Inc. produce?
Nichirei Foods Inc. is listed on this platform with 2 ingredients for overseas B2B sourcing. Their listed categories include food ingredients. Examples include Azuki (Adzuki Bean) and Mochigome (Glutinous Rice).
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
- Nichirei Foods Inc. official site
Q. Where is Nichirei Foods Inc. located, and how does that affect shipping?
Nichirei Foods Inc. is based in Chuo, Tokyo, Japan (established 1942). Most Japanese manufacturers ship internationally via Tokyo, Osaka, or Yokohama ports; expect 4–8 weeks typical lead time for production and 2–4 weeks for ocean freight to North America/Europe.
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
- Industry knowledge — Japanese export logistics
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Q. Does Nichirei Foods Inc. support overseas buyers in English?
Yes. English corporate site for Nichirei holdings Initial inquiries are routed through OEM JAPAN's operator team to ensure clear specification handoff.
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
Q. What certifications and export experience does Nichirei Foods Inc. have?
Nichirei Foods Inc. holds FSSC 22000, ISO 22000, and Halal (selected lines). They have prior export experience (markets served include: Asia, US, EU).
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
Q. What's the inquiry process for Nichirei Foods Inc.?
Submit an inquiry through OEM JAPAN's form on this page describing your target product, target market, MOQ, and timeline. The operator team verifies the inquiry, contacts Nichirei Foods Inc. on your behalf, and returns with availability, pricing, lead time, and required documentation. There is no direct fee for buyers using this matching service.
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — buyer guide
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Last updated: 2026-05-05