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Uopochi and Lufi Introducing Next-Day Delivery in Osaka

In a significant move for the foodservice industry, Uopochi, a fresh food e-commerce platform geared towards restaurants, has announced the start of a trial for a next-day delivery service in Osaka, set to commence on January 15, 2026. This initiative is in collaboration with Lufi, which provides integrated air-ground transportation services. The trial aims to address the existing challenges faced by restaurants in areas outside the Kanto region, where delivery timelines have historically hindered access to high-quality, fresh ingredients.

Addressing Delivery Challenges

Previously, restaurants outside the Kanto area faced a two-day gap between placing an order and receiving it due to the limitations of existing ground transportation methods. This delay not only created a disparity in the quality and freshness of ingredients available but also affected the operational efficiency of restaurants. In a food culture-rich region like Osaka, these timing disparities lead to substantial missed opportunities in menu development and inventory management. By leveraging Lufi's HakoJET service, Uopochi is set to provide a level of delivery speed equivalent to that enjoyed by Kanto restaurants, bringing fresh seafood from all over the nation and the bountiful offerings from Tokyo's Toyosu Market directly to Osaka.

Three Key Benefits for Restaurants

1. Optimization of Inventory with Next-Day Delivery

With next-day delivery, restaurants can make purchasing decisions based on more accurate demand forecasts. This capability diminishes the issue of excess inventory, effectively reducing operational costs.

2. Enhanced Freshness of Ingredients

By drastically shortening logistics time, the freshness of seafood products is preserved at a superior level. This facilitates the provision of high-quality ingredients to customers in prime condition.

3. Bridging the Infrastructure Gap

This initiative aims to level the playing field for restaurants nationwide, allowing them to procure the best ingredients precisely when needed. This environmental shift stands to significantly enhance the local food culture.

Trial Service Overview

• - Start Date: January 15, 2026 (Thursday)
• - Target Area: Osaka City
• - Trial Period: January 15, 2026 – March 2026

About Uopochi

Uopochi is dedicated to minimizing the procurement time for chefs, ensuring that they have immediate access to desired ingredients regardless of their location. The service operates via a web platform where restaurants can purchase products sourced from various production areas and central wholesale markets, facilitating deliveries directly to their establishments. This initiative empowers restaurant operators and staff to concentrate on managing their venues more effectively.

Learn more about Uopochi

Company Information: Foodison Co., Ltd.

• - Website: Foodison
• - Business Focus: Operation of the restaurant-focused food e-commerce platform, Uopochi; management of the consumer-facing seafood select shop, Sakana Bacca; and a recruitment service for food industry professionals.
• - Establishment Date: April 1, 2013
• - Headquarters: Tokyo, Chuo-ku, Kachidoki 3-3-7 Ken Media Building, 5th Floor
• - CEO: Toru Yamamoto

Company Information: Lufi Co., Ltd.

• - Website: Lufi
• - Business Focus: Transportation services (B2B delivery and home delivery) and system solutions.
• - Establishment Date: April 9, 1996
• - Headquarters: Tokyo, Chuo-ku, Kyobashi 1-4-10
• - President: Yasuaki Watanabe