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New Partnership Strengthening Hyogo's Food Industry

In an exciting development for the food industry in Hyogo, Daibreak Corporation, based in Shinagawa, Tokyo, has announced a strategic partnership with Minato Bank, headquartered in Kobe. This collaboration is aimed at revitalizing and ensuring the sustainable growth of the region’s food sector. By leveraging each company’s unique strengths, they plan to create a comprehensive support system for local food businesses.

Background of the Partnership

Hyogo Prefecture serves as a historical hub for international trade, showcasing a rich culinary heritage that includes Western cuisine and confections. The area boasts high-quality ingredients, including the renowned Kobe beef, making it a key locale for Japan's unique food culture. However, the food industry faces pressing challenges, including labor shortages, quality maintenance, and streamlining distribution processes.

Recognizing these challenges, the partnership will utilize Daibreak's advanced freezing technology to develop a distribution system that maintains food quality. This initiative aims to enhance the value of local products and expand their market reach while contributing to efficiency in production processes, especially for restaurants and food manufacturers.

Key Initiatives of the Partnership

With this new collaboration, both companies are set to implement the following initiatives to support food businesses in Hyogo:

1. Awareness Expansion Initiatives
Jointly hosted seminars and workshops will be organized to promote the understanding and adoption of special freezing technologies among regional food producers.

2. Implementation Support Initiatives
Minato Bank will assist with grant applications and connect businesses with leasing companies to facilitate the smooth introduction of specialized freezing equipment.

3. Utilization Support Initiatives
After the installation of freezing technology, various support measures will be provided, including business matchmaking between local businesses and assistance in developing products for hometown tax incentives and distribution outside the prefecture. This aims to further enhance market accessibility.

Through this partnership, both Daibreak and Minato Bank seek to broaden their support for local businesses, contributing to the revitalization and sustainable development of Hyogo’s food industry, while promoting its rich culinary culture on a national scale.

Case Studies of Art Lock Freezer Implementation in Hyogo

• - Hamano-ya Co., Ltd. (Location: Amagasaki, Hyogo; Business: Bento and side dish manufacturing)

Notably, Hamano-ya has introduced four Art Lock Freezers to develop new business opportunities. By utilizing its capability for large-scale production, they have not only streamlined their frozen bento offerings but also effectively cooled side dishes aimed at the elderly. This has allowed for an efficient operational model while simultaneously exploring new product developments such as frozen pizza and sushi, accelerating their market expansion.

• - R&B Shuhari Co., Ltd. (Location: Kobe, Hyogo; Business: Restaurant management)

R&B Shuhari has integrated the Art Lock Freezer to enhance the functionality of its central kitchen. This technology drastically reduces freezing time and minimizes drip loss, enabling more efficient inventory management and supply to outlets. The precooked freeze allows for simplified store operations, enabling smaller teams to maintain high-quality services while doubling their manufacturing output, even amid labor shortages.

About Daibreak's Art Lock Freezer

The "Art Lock Freezer" is a uniquely developed freezing device that utilizes food research data from Daibreak. Since its launch in October 2021, it has been implemented by over 700 companies, gaining significant support from food businesses. Unlike traditional freezing methods, the Art Lock Freezer freezes food at rapid and even rates, resulting in smaller ice crystals that minimize cell damage, thus preserving flavor and preventing loss of taste components. Additionally, advanced air circulation within the device reduces damage to food products, ensuring they retain their original taste and texture even after freezing.

About Daibreak Corporation

Founded in 2013, Daibreak is the only specialized company in Japan focusing on advanced freezing technology, with a mission to create a better future for both producers and consumers. The company provides sales and implementation support of specialized freezing machines and is dedicated to developing solutions that address various challenges in food distribution. Daibreak remains committed to pioneering advancements in the freezing field to innovate the food industry.