CoCo Ichibanya Curry

Curry roux products developed by House Foods. Since the 1960s, it has developed numerous home curry products, establishing curry as a staple in Japanese households. Through bestselling products like Vermont Curry, it has significantly contributed to Japan's curry food culture development.

Japan's largest curry restaurant chain, founded in Aichi in 1978. Its customizable system allowing customers to choose spice levels and toppings is distinctive. With over 1,200 domestic and 200 international locations, CoCo Ichibanya has played a key role in spreading Japanese-style curry rice globally, affectionately known as 'CoCo Ichi' worldwide.

Beef rice bowls served by Yoshinoya. Its establishment of low-cost, quick-service dining formed the foundation of Japan's food service industry. Its worldwide expansion made it recognized as a symbol of Japanese food culture. It achieved international success through a simple, efficient business model.

A ramen restaurant chain by Ippudo. Known for tonkotsu-based broth and carefully crafted noodles. It globalized Fukuoka-origin ramen culture on a worldwide scale. Leading ramen industry globalization through simple yet deep flavors.

Yoshinoya pioneered beef bowl chain restaurants. Offering high-quality beef bowls at affordable prices, it expanded nationwide and globally. Its efficient cooking system and consistent taste shape modern fast-food culture.

Yoshinoya, a beef bowl restaurant chain since 1968, offers affordable, delicious gyudon (beef rice bowls) as everyday Japanese fare. Expanding globally across Asia-Pacific, Yoshinoya exemplifies Japanese fast-casual dining culture, making authentic Japanese comfort food accessible to millions worldwide.

A food manufacturer that has driven Japan's curry culture with Vermont Curry and Java Curry. House Foods played an enormous role in elevating curry rice to the status of a national dish through the popularization of household curry roux.