Food

As consumers increasingly value taste, health, and functionality in snack choices, purchasing decisions are shifting from flavour-focused preferences toward products that also emphasise nutritional value and wellness benefits. LOS ANGELES, …

The trend toward healthier eating is driving renewed interest in brown rice. According to Japan’s Brown Rice Food White Paper 2025, online searches for brown rice have increased by 24% …

Changing lifestyles and proactive industry expansion have pushed Japan’s breakfast market to a record high in 2025, with demand continuing to rise. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – Japan’s breakfast market is …

Amid mounting pressure from geopolitical tensions and rising energy costs, the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) reported that global wheat prices increased by 1.8% month over …

Japan’s Agency for Cultural Affairs is promoting the “100-Year Food” program to preserve and pass down regional food traditions that have been maintained within local communities for generations. TOKYO, JAPAN …

Amid rising health awareness and the continued popularity of coffee culture, Japan’s decaffeinated coffee imports reached 5,632 tons in 2025, setting a new all-time high. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – Driven …

Japan’s agricultural and food exports rose 12.8% year-on-year to a record ¥1.7 trillion in 2025, marking the 13th consecutive annual increase, according to the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries …

According to statistics from the Vietnam Customs Department, Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable exports exceeded $8.5 billion in 2025, up 19.8% from the previous year, setting a new record and highlighting …

As inbound tourism to Japan surges, sushi tops travelers’ must-eat lists. New survey data reveals Japanese diners’ favorite toppings and the regions best known for premium seafood. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) …

A 2025 survey by the Japan Frozen Food Association shows a slight rise in frozen food usage. The main factors were rising prices for fresh vegetables and convenience. TOKYO, JAPAN …