Frozen Food Market Reaches Record High of Approximately ¥1.36 Trillion — Why Are Sushi and Milk Now Being Frozen?
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In 2025, Japan's frozen food market reached a record high of approximately ¥1.36 trillion, driven by labor shortages, advancements in freezing technology, and growing overseas demand for Japanese cuisine. Products like sushi and milk are now being frozen. A related exhibition will be held at Tokyo Big Sight in June 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the current size of the frozen food market?
- A: In 2025, Japan's frozen food market reached approximately 1.36 trillion yen, a 4.1% increase from the previous year, marking a record high.
- Q: Why are sushi and milk now being frozen?
- A: Three factors: labor shortages, advancements in freezing technology, and rising global demand for Japanese cuisine.
- Q: When and where will the exhibition be held?
- A: From June 24 to 26, 2026, at Tokyo Big Sight.
- Q: What types of products will be exhibited?
- A: Frozen sushi, frozen rice balls, frozen grass-fed milk, premium frozen sandwiches, and more.
- Q: Who is organizing the exhibition?
- A: RX Japan LLC, Japan's largest exhibition organizer.