【From Taiwan to Japan and Back: Rice Noodles Make a Historic Return】Kenmin Foods Launches Japan's No.1 Rice Noodle Brand “Kenmin Yakihapfun” in Founder’s Hometown on July 1
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- 【From Taiwan to Japan and Back: Rice Noodles Make a Historic Return】Kenmin Foods Launches Japan's No.1 Rice Noodle Brand “Kenmin Yakihapfun” in Founder’s Hometown on July 1
- Kenmin Foods Co., Ltd., Japan’s top rice noodle brand, will launch its flagship product 'Kenmin Yakihapfun' in Taiwan—the birthplace of its founder—on July 1, 2026. The company will also make its debut at FOOD TAIPEI 2026, symbolizing the 'reverse import' of a Japanese-evolved food culture back to its roots.
- Source: PR TIMES
- Date: Thu Jun 18 2026 01:00:57 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)
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Kenmin Foods Co., Ltd., Japan’s top rice noodle brand, will launch its flagship product 'Kenmin Yakihapfun' in Taiwan—the birthplace of its founder—on July 1, 2026. The company will also make its debut at FOOD TAIPEI 2026, symbolizing the 'reverse import' of a Japanese-evolved food culture back to its roots.
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- 【From Taiwan to Japan and Back: Rice Noodles Make a Historic Return】Kenmin Foods Launches Japan's No.1 Rice Noodle Brand “Kenmin Yakihapfun” in Founder’s Hometown on July 1 (Thu Jun 18 2026 01:00:57 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)), PR TIMES
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- Thu Jun 18 2026 01:00:57 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)
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Kenmin Foods Co., Ltd., Japan’s top rice noodle brand, will launch its flagship product 'Kenmin Yakihapfun' in Taiwan—the birthplace of its founder—on July 1, 2026. The company will also make its debut at FOOD TAIPEI 2026, symbolizing the 'reverse import' of a Japanese-evolved food culture back to its roots.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is Kenmin Yakihapfun?
- A: The world's first instant stir-fried rice noodle, non-fried and healthy, cooked in one pan with no boiling or seasoning needed.
- Q: Why is it launching in Taiwan?
- A: The founder, Kenmin Takamura, was born in Taiwan, making this a symbolic 'return' of Japanese-evolved rice noodles to their origin.
- Q: When will it be available?
- A: Sales begin on July 1, 2026, in Taiwan with 'Kenmin Yakihapfun' and 'Gluten-Free Soy Sauce Ramen'.
- Q: Where can I buy it in Taiwan?
- A: Distributed by Shichi-mi no Tomo Co., Ltd., available in supermarkets and retail channels.
- Q: Will it be exhibited at FOOD TAIPEI 2026?
- A: Yes, first exhibition at FOOD TAIPEI 2026 from June 24–27, with product displays and tastings.