Vegan certification is one of several projects run by us, VegeProject Japan.
Our organization’s Vegan Certification Mark is the most widely used one in the country.

In this article, we’ll introduce some vegan-certified products released just this fall of 2022.

 

Four plant-based frozen meals from lines Oh My Premium, Imadoki Gohan, and Yokubari Plate (NIPPN CORPORATION)

Nippn, one of the most popular food corporations in Japan, has added four vegan-certified products to their popular frozen food lines Oh My Premium, Imadoki Gohan, and Yokubari Plate.

Free from the soy bean’s distinctive taste and easy to consume, the “meat made from tofu” SOYL PRO is a high quality meat alternative developed by Nippn. The bolognese, keema curry and tomato curry, doria, and mapo eggplant – all of which include SOYL PRO in their recipes – have great flavor and texture. They can be microwaved and ready to eat in a matter of minutes, delicious and hassle-free.

Even more, paper trays are used to reduce plastic use.

To learn more, check the VEGETIME article (Japanese Only): Vegan Lineup Arrives to Popular Brands “Oh My Premium”, “Yokubari Plate”

【Company Info】
NIPPN CORPORATION
Official Website: https://www.nippn.co.jp/

 

Japan’s first ever vegan-certified “… no Moto” products
From Ureshii Shizen no Megumi line, come ‘Essence of Mapo Tofu’ and ‘Essence of Eggplant Miso Stir-fry’（NIPPN CORPORATION）

Nippn Corporation has released two new vegan-friendly products in their dish seasonings range “○○の素”.
Their “Ureshii Shizen no Megumi” product line, with the slogan “Kind to people and the planet”, makes use of environmentally-conscious ingredients and packaging.

By just stir-frying some ingredients with these seasonings, anyone can easily cook up a proper vegan- and vegetarian-friendly meal.
They’re especially good for when you can’t decide what to make or when you’re busy and don’t want to spend a lot of time cooking.

To learn more, check the VEGETIME article (Japanese Only): Japan’s First! Main dish complete in 5 minutes with new vegan-certified “… no Moto” seasonings by Nippn!

【Company Info】
NIPPN CORPORATION
Ureshii Shizen no Megumi Brand Website:
https://www.nippn.co.jp/BrandB/shizennomegumi/

 

From “Dalura” brand hearty soup with organic beans
Spicy Onion soup and Spicy Curry soup has gone vegan!（ROHTO Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.）

Dalura, known for their use of Organic JAS Certified organic beans in their hearty soups, has undergone a renewal.
Together with this renewal, Dalura attained a Vegan Certification Mark for both the products in their Spicy Taste series.

In addition to being low in sugar, these soups are full of soft beans: a great source of plant proteins, fibre, vitamins, and minerals.

To learn more, check the VEGETIME article (Japanese Only): Brimming with soft beans! Nutritious soup from pharmaceutical company undergoes vegan renewal

【Company Info】
ROHTO Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Darula brand site: https://www.shop.rohto.co.jp/category/supplement/dalura

 

From TOFFU PROTEIN, arrives
“豆腐の鍋　温泉豆腐風” (Tofu Hotpot Onsen-style)（Asahico）

Asahico has added Onsen Tofu-style Tofu Hotpot (豆腐の鍋　温泉豆腐風) to TOFFU PROTEIN, their range of carefully developed tofu-based main courses, side dishes, soups, and sweets.

Plant-based protein is vital to maintaing our health, and this Onsen Tofu-Style Tofu Hotpot allows us to obtain it in a way that’s both good for our health and pleasant for our tastebuds.
Like the Hot Spring Water Tofu of Saga Prefecture’s Ureshino city, one can enjoy delicate tofu, gently simmered in soy milk flavoured with kombu stock.

For more, check the VEGETIME article (Japanese Only): Asahico introduces protein-rich and decadent Vegan Tofu Hotpot that’s ready in just 2 minutes

【Company Info】
Asahico
Official Website: http://www.asahico.co.jp/
TOFFU PROTEIN Brand Website: http://www.asahico.co.jp/toffu-protein

 

Can even be used as seasoning!
The industry’s first Organic Vegan Meat Sauce (Kazetohikari Co., Ltd.)

Kazetohikari Corporation, who uses a wide range of natural and organic ingredients, has recently released their Organic Vegan Meat Sauce; the first in the industry.
Full of umami, Organic Vegan Meat Sauce utilizes organic tomatoes grown in Italy, and plant-based meat made from plenty of soy beans.

The bottle-type container allows for easy use even as a condiment in another dish.
It can be enjoyed as a pasta sauce, sauce for pizza toast, and even as a secret ingredient in dry curry.

For more, check the VEGETIME article (Japanese Only): Organic and vegan meat sauce comes to market. Can even be used as seasoning

【Company Info】
Kazetohikari Co., Ltd.
Official website: https://kazetohikari.jp/
Online store: https://kazetohikari.net/

Organic vegan instant cup noodles
Organic Vegan Shio Ramen (Kazetohikari Corporation)

Adding to their organic vegan cup noodle line currently consisting of Shoyu Ramen and Cup Yakisoba, the Kazetohikari Corporation has released Organic Vegan Shio Ramen.

Organic Vegan Shio Ramen uses organic vegetable stock to bring the most out of the flavour of the salt, added to organic non-fried noodles with kombu and aromatic Kujo green onion.
Not only is it organic and free of animal products, it’s packaged in an environmentally-conscious paper cup.

At 206kcal per serving, this ramen is low in calories compared to the average, making it an ideal pick for health-conscious individuals and those who want ramen but are on a diet.

For more information, see VEGETIME’s article: Shio Ramen added to organic and vegan cup noodle line

【Company Info】
Kazetohikari Corporation
Official Website: https://kazetohikari.jp/

6 Nut Mixes from VEGAN STYLE Nuts Kenbi
3 Flavours of Soy Chips from Soy Habit “Soy Health Foods” series (MD Holdings Co., Ltd.)

There are six varieties of nut mix Vegan Style Nuts Kenbi to choose from: Almond, Cashew, Walnut, Pistachio, Macadamia Nut, and Peanut.

Nuts are well-loved for their ability to enhance a person’s beauty. Aside from eating it on its own, Nuts Kenbi can also be added to soy yogurt and cereal for a healthy, yummy snack.

Soy chips from SOY Health Foods come in a handy resealable bag, allowing for easy transport of three potential flavours: Salt and Vinegar, Veggie Barbecue, and Nori Shio (Salted Seaweed).

Both products were on rocoya for an advanced sale, an online retailer with the motto “Good for you and your palate”.

For more information, check these VEGETIME articles (Japanese Only):
・VEGAN STYLE Nuts Kenbi released with 6 types of nuts!
・From start of August! Advanced sales on online store! 3 kinds of soy chips from SOY Health Foods!

【Company Info】
MD Holdings Co., Ltd.
Official Website: https://md-holdings.com/

kobeseika Co., Ltd.
Official Website: https://www.kobeseika.com/

 

Reduced sugar and sodium vegan Vegetable Ponzu (KING BREWING Co., Ltd.)

Famous for their Hinode Mirin mirin, King Brewing Co. has released a vegan ponzu sauce.
Five types of vegetables, all grown in Japan, create a distinctive ponzu with a mellow, sweet flavour.
With reduced sugar and sodium, it’s not only suited to vegans, but also individuals who are conscious of their intake of these nutrients.

Vegetable Ponzu is great over tofu and salad, as a sauce for gyoza, and even as seasoning for a dish. It’s full of umami and pairs well with Western cuisine, too, allowing a world of possibilities.

To learn more, see VEGETIME’s article (Japanese Only):Vegan ponzu sauce from Hinode Mirin’s sugar-free and reduced-sugar line! *Recipe included*

【Company Info】
King Brewing Co., Ltd.
Official Website: https://hinode-mirin.co.jp/

 

Thanks to you, the number of products carrying our vegan certification is rising each day.
At VEGETIME, you can learn more about some of the products that weren’t featured in this article.
If you spot a product with VegeProject’s vegan certification mark in store or online, please check it out!
We’ll continue to support companies in bringing vegan products to our world.

 

Other articles introducing vegan-certified products:
・New Vegan Products by Nakamuraya, Kagome, Nippn, Japanese leading companies

・New products with vegan mark available at supermarkets and convenience stores

・Vegan Certified Products; Cake, Pudding, Soy meat, Broth, and Emergency Food