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CIC Institute to Empower Japanese Food Tech Businesses at Food 4 Future 2025

The CIC Institute, headquartered in Minato, Tokyo, has been selected by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries for their project aimed at promoting overseas expansion of Japanese food tech businesses. This year, eleven innovative Japanese companies will participate in the Japan Booth at Food 4 Future 2025, a prestigious international exhibition in the food tech sector.

Objectives of the Initiative

This initiative is designed to support domestic startups that focus on food technology, providing them with opportunities to showcase their innovations at key international food tech events. It includes not only participating in exhibitions but also facilitating connections with overseas companies, investors, and potential partners looking for new business models.

Key Support Features

1. Market Research Assistance: Before the exhibition, companies will benefit from tailored market analysis that pinpoints opportunities and challenges specific to their technology and products.
2. Exhibition Preparation: CIC Institute will assist these companies in preparing their display materials, ensuring they effectively communicate their unique offerings.
3. Networking Opportunities: The initiative includes opportunities to meet and collaborate with local businesses at the event, enhancing the potential for partnerships and market entry.

Participating Companies and Their Innovations

A diverse array of startups is set to make waves at Food 4 Future 2025. Here are the participating companies and their highlights:

1. Yamagata University: Showcasing innovative low-temperature frozen crushed hydrogel powders, future frozen food concepts, and advanced 3D food printing technologies.
2. F-EAT: Presenting a virtual restaurant utilizing XR technology and 3D-printed food products.
3. OOYOO: Offering advanced gas separation membranes for environmental sustainability by targeting carbon dioxide emissions.
4. Kitamikuri Factory: Showcasing aquaculture technology that cultivates premium sea urchins while promoting marine conservation.
5. NINZIA: Developing texture engineering techniques using unique liquid konjac materials to create appealing food products.
6. Hayakawa Soy Sauce: Innovating plant-based cheese using traditional food techniques and enzyme preservation.
7. Fermentation Station: Transforming unused resources through fermentation to create flavorful and healthy ingredients.
8. QuonCrop: Introducing an eco-index tool to visualize and create value from a product's environmental impact.
9. Morus Inc.: Developing functional foods derived from 100% Japanese silkworms to enhance health benefits.
10. Fabula: Creating emotional connections from waste through a new material made entirely of food waste.
11. Toy Medical: Innovating seaweed-based food fibers that can help reduce salt absorption in foods without altering taste.

About Food 4 Future 2025

Scheduled from May 13 to May 15, 2025, at the Bilbao Exhibition Centre in Spain, Food 4 Future is an international exhibition showcasing the latest innovations in food technology. In its last edition, the event attracted over 9,037 visitors from 34 countries and featured 287 exhibitors from around the world. It is viewed as a critical platform for fostering innovation within the food industry.

The Japan Booth is anticipated to capture significant attention, allowing participating companies to present their cutting-edge technologies and solutions to a global audience.

Official Website

For more details, please visit the official Food 4 Future website: Food 4 Future Official Site.

For inquiries regarding this initiative, contact CIC Institute representatives Nakura and Taniguchi at [email protected].