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The 2nd Japan Regional Frozen Food Awards 2025-2026

On January 22, 2026, the much-anticipated final judging and award ceremony for the 2nd Japan Regional Frozen Food Awards will take place in Tokyo. Organized by the Future Dining Association, this year's event showcases a remarkable increase in entries, with 115 items participating, marking a 1.6-fold rise from the previous year. This award not only celebrates local frozen foods but also highlights innovation, taste, and story behind each product.

Overwhelming Participation and Recognition

The Japan Regional Frozen Food Awards have now successfully featured a total of 187 items from all 47 prefectures across Japan during its two-year span. The first edition garnered significant attention with only 72 entries, leading to four highest gold awards and an overall Grand Prix winner.

Announcement of Winners

The highest gold awards have already been announced for four companies presenting five outstanding products, and the details of all award-winning items are now available. On the day of the ceremony, which starts at 1:00 PM, media representatives will be introduced to all winning products along with the special jury awards. The four highest gold award winners will present their products in a final showdown to determine the Grand Prix winner.

Highest Gold Award Winners

1. Kadoya Co., Ltd. - Uwamijima Sea Bream Rice, Ehime Prefecture
2. Dessert Café Maru to Shikaku - Niigata Murakami Tea Cream Cheese Cake and Plane Cream Cheese Cake, Niigata Prefecture
3. Hashimoto Shoten Co., Ltd. - Frozen Kawara Soba, Yamaguchi Prefecture
4. Hanazenn Co., Ltd. - Akita Chicken Rice, Akita Prefecture

Notable Gold Award Winners

In addition to the highest gold awards, several other remarkable products were recognized with gold awards:

• - Yamada House Logistics Co., Ltd. - Frozen Individual Pot Sanuki Colorful Vegetables and Chicken Curry Udon, Kagawa Prefecture
• - Big Five Co., Ltd. - Kagoshima Black Pork Gyoza
• - Misaawa Co., Ltd. - Plenty of Ingredients Microwave Cup Kiritanpo, Akita Prefecture

Silver and Bronze Awards

Many products narrowly missed the gold recognition but were still celebrated for their excellence. Noteworthy mentions include:

• - Global Kitchen Co., Ltd. - KASUYA Frozen Udon, Osaka Prefecture
• - Counter9 Co., Ltd. - Six-Variety Frozen Munari, Hokkaido Prefecture

Event Details

The event will be held at the Fuku-Shimagalley Tokyo Showroom on January 22, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. A brief introduction to all winning products and award presentations will occur from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, followed by the final presentations and voting for the Grand Prix from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM.

This year’s jury includes famous figures such as Dai Takemura, a frozen food master, and gourmet presenter Hashimoto You. The jury will evaluate the winners based on taste, innovation, and design, ensuring that only the best products are recognized.

Conclusion

Following the award ceremony, there will be a special limited-time sale of the winning products at Ginza Matsuya and Rakuten Gourmet, as previously enjoyed during last year’s event. This is a fantastic opportunity for food enthusiasts to taste some of Japan's finest frozen delicacies!

For media inquiries and to register for attendance, please follow the link provided. Join us in celebrating the culinary excellence of Japan’s frozen food industry!