Meet our program partner: Maneki Foods

- To spread the Japanese lunch box “BENTO” to the world

Founded in 1888 and headquartered in Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture, MANEKI FOODS is dedicated to spreading Japan's bento culture around the world. They export "frozen bento" overseas and make vegan and health-conscious frozen bento boxes. By expanding their frozen food business, they hope to contribute to society by reducing food loss,making planned production more efficient and protecting limited resources.

Next Kitchen, an in-country program in Kobe, Japan will present overseas food tech startups with a crucial market advantage by providing extensive access to the major Japanese companies like MANEKI FOODS

More than 20 other Japanese companies are looking for collaborative food tech partners in Next Kitchen so please join our webinar and discover how to get involved in Next Kitchen 2025!