At VegeProject Japan, we work to increase the number of vegetarian, vegan, and plant-based food options available in the country. One of the ways we engage with manufacturers, is through our vegan certification program.
Here we present some of the additions since Spring 2023.
A Vegan Option Now Available from the Popular Cheese Brand, Q・B・B!
(Rokko Butter Co., Ltd.)
Rokko Butter, famed for its cheese brand Q・B・B, has launched its own plant-based brand “Q・B・B PLANT MADE,” in aims to cater to cheese lovers with a plant-based diet.
Their first product under the brand is a commercial-sized plant-based shredded cheese, “PLANT MADE Shred 500g.”
This almond-based cheese masterfully replicates the rich flavor of real cheese, which has often been elusive in conventional plant-based cheese products. You can enjoy the savory smell of almond by heating the product.
VegeTime article (Japanese): A Renowned Cheese Manufacturer Introduces a Plant-based Cheese for Vegan Cheese Lovers!
[About the Manufacturer]
Rokko Butter Co., Ltd.
Official Website: https://www.qbb.co.jp/english/
Revered Vegan Ramen Chef of Soranoiro Collaborates to Create a Drool Inducing “Tantan Men”
(KAZETOHIKARI Co., Ltd.)
Kaze to Hikari well known for its wide range of organic products and vegan-friendly cup noodles, is now selling “Vegan Broth-less Tantan Men.”
The recipe was supervised by Mr. Chihiro Miyazaki of Soranoiro, the pioneer of vegan ramen in Japan. Vegan Ramen Shop Soranoiro is the first ever ramen restaurant to be listed as a Bib Gourmand* in the Michelin Guide Tokyo 2015.
*Bib Gourmand is a designation by the Michelin Guide for eateries that offer high-quality food and provide value exceeding their price.
Make sure to try out the umami-filled flavor achieved by combining the chewy texture of the non-fried noodles and the spicy, rich sesame sauce.
VegeTime article (Japanese): Supervised by Mr. Chihiro Miyazaki of Soranoiro! Vegan Cup Noodle “Vegan Broth-less Tantan Noodles” Now Available
[About the Manufacturer]
KAZETOHIKARI Co., Ltd.
Official Website: https://kazetohikari.jp/
Savor the Authentic Taste of Misohan’s Novel Vegan “Byan Byan Noodle”
(MISOHAN Co., Ltd.)
Nagasaki’s renowned somen noodle manufacturer MISOHAN have newly released Vegan”Byan Byan Noodle”
Biang Biang Noodles are wide noodles, about 2-3 cm in width, commonly eaten in Xi’an, Chinae. This dish is usually seasoned with chili peppers, vinegar, salt, soy sauce, and Sichuan peppercorns, and garnished with ingredients like green onions, bean sprouts, and herbs, resulting in a distinct hot and sour flavor.
This product, which serves two, comes with a special sauce made from Kyushu barley miso, a unique twist to the dish. The preparation process is simple: just boil the noodles and add the sauce. You can now enjoy authentic Bian Bian Noodles at the comfort of your home.
VegeTime article (Japanese): Featuring Wide Noodles and a Hot and Sour Flavor. The Highly Anticipated Vegan Version of “Bian Bian Noodle” has arrived!
[About the Manufacturer]
MISOHAN Co., Ltd.
Official Website: http://misohan.jp/
Vegan Custard Cream “PlaboCustar/MB” Introduced as the New Addition to the Poff Series!
(Tsukishima Foods Industry Co.,Ltd.)
“Poff“, created by Tsukishima Foods Industry, is a plant-based brand developed under the concept of “harnessing the power of plants, to contribute to a sustainable future for food”.
This time, a new plant-based custard cream, “PlaboCustar/MB,” has been added to the lineup.
This product immaculately replicates the rich and smooth taste of custard cream. It is highly versatile and can be used for vegan desserts, bread, and so on.
VegeTime article (Japanese): Introducing Vegan Custard Cream! Authentic Flavor Replicated with Carefully Selected Plant-derived Ingredients
[About the Manufacturer]
Tsukishima Foods Industry Co.,Ltd.
Official Website: https://www.tsukishima.co.jp/en/
Enjoy the Taste of Azerbaijan! The Highly Anticipated “NOVRUZ Sauce” Can Now be Purchased Online
(Seller: Arujasu World Co., Ltd.)
The viral plant-based sauce from Azerbaijan “NOVRUZ Sauce” is now being imported into Japan by Arujas World Co., Ltd.
The NOVRUZ brand was founded in 2015 by Azerbaijani female entrepreneur Afet Ahmadova.
Since its debut in Japan at the FOODEX JAPAN 2022 (food exhibition) in March 2022, it has garnered significant attention and is now being used in members-only restaurants in Tokyo and five-star hotels.
VegeTime article (Japanese): Organic and Additive-free Vegan Sauces from Azerbaijan
【About the Seller】
Arujasu World Co., Ltd.
Official Website: https://ask-azerbaijan.site/item/novruz/
Organic Cashew Nut Based White Sauce to Add to Your Favorite Dishes
(Saniku Foods Co., Ltd.)
A food company specializing in vegetarian products has unveiled their long-awaited product, developed over a staggering seven years.
Using organic cashew nuts as its main ingredient, this sauce is made without any animal-derived ingredients. This product is also gluten-free, by using brown rice flour instead of wheat flour.
Carefully crafted with a focus on taste and ingredients, this product replicates the rich flavor of white sauce using only five ingredients: organic cashew nuts, brown rice flour, salt, spices, and rapeseed oil.
VegeTime article (Japanese): New Release of Organic Cashew Nuts Based White Sauce from San-iku Foods
[About the Manufacturer]
Saniku Foods Co., Ltd.
Official Website: https://san-iku.co.jp/
The products featured in this article are only a fraction of products we have certified.
For information regarding other products, please check out our web magazine VegeTime.
Older compilation articles about our vegan-certified products:
・Morinaga, Heinz, Barry Callebaut Enter the Vegan Market! New Vegan-Certified Products
・Vegan Certification Expanding to Skincare, Haircare, and Cosmetics! Showcasing New Additions
・From retort food, to dressings, butters and lard, vegan certified products are increasing.