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Discover Global Trends in
the Japanese Food Industry!

As an island nation, Japan’s unique geography has given rise to a one-of-a-kind food culture. Rooted in tradition, craftsmanship, and fresh ingredients, Japanese cuisine has captivated people around the world.
Did you know that much of the Japanese food enjoyed globally is produced using advanced automated machines? Thanks to Japan’s cutting-edge technologies, delicious Japanese cuisine can be efficiently prepared anywhere in the world.

Discover Global Trends in
the Japanese Food Industry!

As an island nation, Japan’s unique geography has given rise to a one-of-a-kind food culture. Rooted in tradition, craftsmanship, and fresh ingredients, Japanese cuisine has captivated people around the world.
Did you know that much of the Japanese food enjoyed globally is produced using advanced automated machines? Thanks to Japan’s cutting-edge technologies, delicious Japanese cuisine can be efficiently prepared anywhere in the world.

Stay updated with the latest trends in Japanese cuisine
and food processing technologies.

Stay updated with the latest trends in Japanese cuisine
and food processing technologies.

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The Global Spotlight on Japanese Cuisine

In 2013, UNESCO registered “ Washoku : Traditional Dietary Cultures of the Japanese” as an Intangible Cultural Heritage.
Japan’s food culture is deeply tied to its geography, with its extensive north-south stretch, distinct seasons, and rich natural diversity shaping its culinary traditions.

The Global Spotlight on Japanese Cuisine

In 2013, UNESCO registered “ Washoku : Traditional Dietary Cultures of the Japanese” as an Intangible Cultural Heritage.
Japan’s food culture is deeply tied to its geography, with its extensive north-south stretch, distinct seasons, and rich natural diversity shaping its culinary traditions.

Four Key Features of
Washoku

Diverse and fresh ingredients, and a respect for their natural flavors.

Nutritional balance that supports a healthy diet.

Aesthetic expression of nature and seasonal changes.

Close ties to annual traditions and celebrations.

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, the depreciation of the yen has further fueled global demand for Japanese food, especially in Asia. If you are considering starting a food business overseas, Japanese cuisine is an opportunity that can’t be overlooked. 

According to Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries, the number of Japanese restaurants overseas has surged from around 55,000 in 2013 to approximately 187,000 in 2023—more than tripling in a decade. Asia has seen the most significant growth, with Japanese restaurants increasing from about 27,000 in 2013 to 122,000 in 2023, marking a 4.5-fold increase.

Experience the
Cutting-Edge
Technology Behind
Japanese Cuisine

Japanese cuisine, known for its beauty, healthiness, richness, and delicacy, has been refined
over centuries by countless chefs and artisans. However, in today’s technologically advanced
society, food production machines and robots play an increasingly vital role in Japan’s food
industry. The challenges of an aging population and declining birthrate have further
accelerated the need for automation to address labor shortages among chefs and craftsmen.
Despite this shift, Japan’s unwavering dedication to quality ensures that even machine-
produced Japanese food maintains exceptional standards. This commitment to excellence
has drawn global attention to Japanese food production technology, which enables the
launch of innovative food businesses anywhere in the world.
However, online research has its limitations. Wouldn’t you like to see these technologies in
action? How can you witness these advancements firsthand without direct connections to
Japanese food production manufacturers?
Enter FOOMA JAPAN 2025, the world’s largest and most prestigious food manufacturing
exhibition since its inception in 1978. At this event, you can experience a wide array of
Japanese food production machines and learn how they work.
Let us introduce you to some of the highlights of FOOMA JAPAN 2025!

Stay updated with the latest trends in Japanese cuisine
and food processing technologies.

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and food processing technologies.

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Beautiful Japanese
Machines Make Beautiful Japanese Meals

In Japan, food production machines play a crucial role in creating delicious and visually stunning Japanese cuisine in large quantities every day. Let’s take a closer look at some of these incredible Japanese Food Manufacturing and Processing Machineries, along with examples of their features and capabilities.

Beautiful Japanese
Machines Make Beautiful Japanese Meals

In Japan, food production machines play a crucial role in creating delicious and visually stunning Japanese cuisine in large quantities every day. Let’s take a closer look at some of these incredible Japanese Food Manufacturing and Processing Machineries, along with examples of their features and capabilities.

Makizushi Maker

When you think of sushi, “nigiri sushi” may come to mind. However, Japanese makizushi (rolled sushi), including the famous California roll, has also gained immense popularity worldwide.
Unlike nigiri sushi, which relies on the freshness of the fish, makizushi incorporates a variety of ingredients beyond seafood. It can include avocado, imitation crab, lettuce, cucumber, and more, creating visually stunning and delicious rolls.
The flavors of makizushi can also be customized with additions like cheese, mayonnaise, or jalapeños, offering endless variations to suit local tastes. In fact, it’s fair to say that makizushi has played a significant role in the global transformation and adaptation of sushi.

Sushi Robot

Nigiri-zushi is divided into two parts: the “neta,” which is the upper fish fillet portion, and the “shari,” which is the lower rice portion. This sushi robot automatically produces the shari portion of the sushi. The shari is adjusted to be hard enough to hold with chopsticks but soft enough to chew in the mouth.
This sushi robot can hold up to 10 kg of sushi rice. There are also optional devices for placing wasabi and for making gunkanmaki (sushi rolls). The sushi robot has already been used in many restaurants, and Japanese people enjoy its taste as natural sushi. With this sushi robot, even staff with no prior training in Japanese restaurants can start making sushi.

Gyoza Makers

You might be wondering, “Isn’t gyoza Chinese food?” And you’re right—gyoza originated in China, with a history dating back over 2,000 years to the Han Dynasty. At that time, the northern regions of China primarily cultivated wheat and had a strong meat-based culinary culture. Additionally, the cold climate made it challenging to access fresh vegetables during winter, influencing the development of dishes like gyoza.
However, while the traditional Chinese cooking method involves boiling to create “shui jiao” (water dumplings), yaki gyoza (pan-fried dumplings) is believed to have originated in Japan after World War II. This adaptation transformed gyoza into a distinctly Japanese dish.
There are cutting-edge gyoza-making machines that enable mass production while preserving the handmade flavor and texture. These machines provide efficiency without compromising quality. We invite you to experience this perfect blend of tradition and innovation firsthand!

Automatic Stir-Frying Machines

In Japan, fried rice is incredibly popular, and the key to great fried rice is its crispy texture. Achieving this texture can be challenging, but the “Automatic Stir-Frying Machine” revolutionizes the process.
Designed with a container shaped like a traditional wok and equipped with an innovative stirring mechanism, this machine delivers a texture and flavor that are hard to replicate by hand.
The advanced stirring system efficiently lifts rice and vegetables, effectively removing excess moisture while minimizing damage to the ingredients. The result is perfectly cooked fried rice with enhanced flavor and professional-level quality, making it an invaluable tool for any kitchen aiming for consistency and excellence.

Meat Slicers

Japanese cuisine often features thinly sliced beef, especially in dishes like sukiyaki and shabu-shabu.

・Sukiyaki is a hot pot dish in which beef, tofu, and vegetables are simmered in a sweet-savory broth made from several ingredients such as soy sauce, sugar, and sake. Diners gather around the pot, take their preferred ingredients, and dip them into a raw egg before eating.
・Shabu-shabu is a lighter dish where thinly sliced meat is briefly swirled in a kelp-based broth before being dipped into ponzu or sesame sauce.

The Meat Slicer is an invaluable tool to meet the high standards required for these dishes. This high-speed, thin-sliced meat slicer automatically grinds and cleans its blades to ensure maximum sharpness and a beautifully cut surface that lasts. Its exceptional performance and productivity not only reduce waste and operational costs but also enhance efficiency, making it an ideal solution for restaurants and food producers looking to deliver quality consistently.

Meat Slicers

Japanese cuisine often features thinly sliced beef, especially in dishes like sukiyaki and shabu-shabu.

・Sukiyaki is a hot pot dish in which beef, tofu, and vegetables are simmered in a sweet-savory broth made from several ingredients such as soy sauce, sugar, and sake. Diners gather around the pot, take their preferred ingredients, and dip them into a raw egg before eating.
・Shabu-shabu is a lighter dish where thinly sliced meat is briefly swirled in a kelp-based broth before being dipped into ponzu or sesame sauce.

The Meat Slicer is an invaluable tool to meet the high standards required for these dishes. This high-speed, thin-sliced meat slicer automatically grinds and cleans its blades to ensure maximum sharpness and a beautifully cut surface that lasts. Its exceptional performance and productivity not only reduce waste and operational costs but also enhance efficiency, making it an ideal solution for restaurants and food producers looking to deliver quality consistently.

Why Attend
FOOMA JAPAN?

So far, we’ve introduced some of the incredible machines commonly used in producing Japanese cuisine. However, Japan is home to many more awe-inspiring technologies that you simply have to see to believe. Watching these machines in action—producing beautiful Japanese dishes at astonishing speeds—is an experience that will leave you amazed.
And here’s the best part: you can experience it all at FOOMA JAPAN!
What is FOOMA JAPAN? Let us guide you through this incredible event. Ready? Let’s dive in!

WHAT?

What kind of event is FOOMA JAPAN?

FOOMA JAPAN is the world’s largest exhibition dedicated to food manufacturing solutions, tailored specifically for professionals in the global food production industry.
LEADING INNOVATIONS IN THE WORLD OF FOOD.
THE NEXT LEVEL AWAITS YOU!

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WHAT?

What kind of event is FOOMA JAPAN?

FOOMA JAPAN is the world’s largest exhibition dedicated to food manufacturing solutions, tailored specifically for professionals in the global food production industry.
LEADING INNOVATIONS IN THE WORLD OF FOOD.
THE NEXT LEVEL AWAITS YOU!

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WHO?

Who participates in FOOMA JAPAN?

FOOMA JAPAN attracts a diverse audience from across the globe, including professionals in food manufacturing, trade representatives, and industry leaders.
2023: 106,104 attendees (3,178 international visitors from 53 countries).
2024: 113,777 attendees (5,541 international visitors from 63 countries).
The significant increase in international visitors to FOOMA JAPAN in recent years highlights the growing global interest in the Japanese food production business and the exceptional quality of Japanese-made food machinery.

WHO?

Who participates in FOOMA JAPAN?

FOOMA JAPAN attracts a diverse audience from across the globe, including professionals in food manufacturing, trade representatives, and industry leaders.
2023: 106,104 attendees (3,178 international visitors from 53 countries).
2024: 113,777 attendees (5,541 international visitors from 63 countries).
The significant increase in international visitors to FOOMA JAPAN in recent years highlights the growing global interest in the Japanese food production business and the exceptional quality of Japanese-made food machinery.

WHY?

Why do people from all over the world flock to FOOMA JAPAN?


・Unparalleled Scale and Innovation: Visitors often comment that no other exhibition matches FOOMA JAPAN in size or impact. Whether you’re exploring Japanese cuisine or food manufacturing, this is where you’ll find the solutions you need.
・Networking Opportunities: Meet professionals and innovators from across the globe, exchange ideas, and build connections you won’t find anywhere else.
・Comprehensive Offerings: With 21 categories of products, technologies, and services, FOOMA JAPAN covers every aspect of food production.
・Startup Zone: Explore groundbreaking innovations, patents, and ideas from startups and research institutions that are shaping the future of the food industry.

FOOMA JAPAN is your gateway to discovering cutting-edge technologies and opportunities that are redefining the world of food production. Don’t miss out!

WHY?

Why do people from all over the world flock to FOOMA JAPAN?

Why do people from all over the world flock to FOOMA JAPAN?
・Unparalleled Scale and Innovation: Visitors often comment that no other exhibition matches FOOMA JAPAN in size or impact. Whether you’re exploring Japanese cuisine or food manufacturing, this is where you’ll find the solutions you need.
・Networking Opportunities: Meet professionals and innovators from across the globe, exchange ideas, and build connections you won’t find anywhere else.
・Comprehensive Offerings: With 21 categories of products, technologies, and services, FOOMA JAPAN covers every aspect of food production.
・Startup Zone: Explore groundbreaking innovations, patents, and ideas from startups and research institutions that are shaping the future of the food industry.

FOOMA JAPAN is your gateway to discovering cutting-edge technologies and opportunities that are redefining the world of food production. Don’t miss out!

HOW?

How can you make the most of FOOMA JAPAN?

FOOMA JAPAN 2025, scheduled for June 2025, will feature over 1,000 exhibitors, showcasing the latest innovations and solutions in the food manufacturing industry.
With over 5,000 solutions on display, FOOMA JAPAN 2025 offers an incredible opportunity to witness cutting-edge technologies in action. Live demonstrations of machinery will take place across the expansive venue, providing a firsthand look at their capabilities.
This year, more than 120 new exhibitors will join the lineup, presenting innovative technologies, including advancements in AI and IT, making it a must-see event for anyone in the food production industry.

HOW?

How can you make the most of FOOMA JAPAN?

FOOMA JAPAN 2025, scheduled for June 2025, will feature over 1,000 exhibitors, showcasing the latest innovations and solutions in the food manufacturing industry.
With over 5,000 solutions on display, FOOMA JAPAN 2025 offers an incredible opportunity to witness cutting-edge technologies in action. Live demonstrations of machinery will take place across the expansive venue, providing a firsthand look at their capabilities.
This year, more than 140 new exhibitors will join the lineup, presenting innovative technologies, including advancements in AI and IT, making it a must-see event for anyone in the food production industry.

WHEN?

Dates: June 10 (Tue) – June 13 (Fri), 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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WHEN?

Dates: June 10 (Tue) – June 13 (Fri), 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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WHERE?

Venue: Tokyo Big Sight, East Halls 1–8
Address: East Hall No.1 – No.8, Tokyo Big Sight, 3-11-1 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo,135-0063, JAPAN
This massive event brings together over 100,000 attendees from around the globe to explore the latest in food technology and innovation.

WHERE?

Venue: Tokyo Big Sight, East Halls 1–8
Address: East Hall No.1 – No.8, Tokyo Big Sight, 3-11-1 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo,135-0063, JAPAN

This massive event brings together over 100,000 attendees from around the globe to explore the latest in food technology and innovation.

For Those Interested in
FOOMA JAPAN

The world’s largest food manufacturing exhibition, FOOMA JAPAN 2025, will be held from June 10 (Tue) to June 13 (Fri), 2025, at Tokyo Big Sight, East Halls 1–8.
Hosted by the Japan Food Machinery Manufacturers’ Association, FOOMA JAPAN has been a premier event since its inception in 1978. It continues to grow as the leading global exhibition for food manufacturing solutions. In 2024, the event welcomed 113,777 visitors, including 5,541 international attendees, highlighting its global reach.

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FOOMA JAPAN 2024
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Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the latest innovations and connect with industry leaders at
FOOMA JAPAN 2025!
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Please click here to see exhibitors and products from the previous
FOOMA JAPAN 2024 ▼

https://2024archive.foomajapan.jp/int/exhibitor

Exhibitors and exhibiting products for FOOMA JAPAN 2025 will be available from April 1, 2025. The official website will also be renewed on April 1, and visitor registration will be available.

FOOMA JAPAN 2025
Official WEB site ▼

https://www.foomajapan.jp/int

No matter where you live, if you are interested in Japanese food, this is the event you should come to.

Discover the possibilities of next-generation food manufacturing and get a taste of its future cutting-edge technology meets fresh ideas.
FOOMA JAPAN 2025!