Japan
Aug. 1, 2022
In Japan, Producers Reflect on An Award-Winning Year
Producers in Japan combined to earn a record-tying four Gold Awards and two Silver Awards, overcoming formidable harvest-year challenges.
Jun. 22, 2022
Experience, Knowledge Drive Success of Award-Winning Producer in Japan
The Nippon Olive Company earned two Gold Awards at the 2022 NYIOOC, attributing the success to seven decades of experience and the Mediterranean climate.
May. 10, 2022
Agri-Olive Shodoshima Blazes Trail with NYIOOC Win
The company’s environmentally friendly approach and attention to detail are helping create a culture of olive oil production and consumption on one Japanese island.
Oct. 20, 2021
Japan’s Olive Harvest Gets Underway Amid Typhoon Season
Producers in Japan expect this year’s yield to match last year’s. However, typhoon season has led to different outcomes across the country.
Aug. 12, 2021
Japan May Recognize Some PDO and PGI Olive Oils from European Countries
Extra virgin olive oils from France, Greece, Italy and Spain will be considered for protection from imitations or copies on the Japanese market.
Jun. 21, 2021
Award-Winning Producers Optimistic As Olive Oil Culture Takes Root in Japan
Extra virgin olive oil is becoming more common in Japanese households and restaurants, with families and chefs increasingly appreciating the healthy properties and unique flavors of high-quality olive oil.
Feb. 16, 2021 Asia
Olive Oil is Becoming One of Asia’s Most Popular Ingredients
Jun. 30, 2020 Asia
Eight Japanese Olive Oils Among This Year's Top-Rated Brands
Sep. 17, 2018 Asia
E.U. - Japan Trade Deal Brings Opportunities to Olive Oil Exporters
Jun. 9, 2017 Africa / Middle East
Mar. 6, 2017 Asia
Jun. 10, 2015
'Believe in Olive Oil' Campaign to Launch in Japan
The IOC campaign aims to promote olive oil and its health benefits while introducing new flavors for use in traditional Japanese cuisine.
May. 7, 2015
An Olive Oil from Japan Wins Top Award
An extra virgin olive oil from Japan, Takao Nouen no Olive Hatake, won a Best in Class Award at the world's most prestigious olive oil competition.
Aug. 12, 2014
Spain Replaces Italy as Top Olive Oil Exporter to the U.S. and Japan
The global leader in olive oil production reached a new milestone thanks to a record harvest, and poor showings among European competitors.
Jul. 16, 2014
More Imports of Greek Olive Oil to Japan
Greece exported record amounts of olive oil to Japan in 2012 and 2013, however production is expected to decline sharply.
Jun. 29, 2014
Olive Council Wants Members to Crack Down on Flavored Olive Oils
Asking member countries to take a strict line on flavored olive oils is among the initiatives planned by the International Olive Council.
May. 12, 2014
Third 'Olive Japan' Focuses on Consumers and Olive Oil Quality
Organizers said nearly 200,000 consumers joined extra virgin olive oil exhibitors and expert tasters for the third edition of Olive Japan.
May. 13, 2013
Growing Thirst for Olive Oil in Japan and India
The pace with which olive oil demand is rising in Japan is outstripping even that of China, according to recent IOC figures.