Japan
Aug. 10, 2023
How an Experimental Farm in Japan Gave Rise to Award-Winning Olive Oil
What started as a land restoration project has transformed into an award-winning extra virgin olive oil-producing operation on the southern Japanese island of Kyushu.
Aug. 10, 2023
Andalusian Producers Seek Deeper Trade Ties with Japan
Olive oil consumption has risen steadily in the world’s third-largest economy over the past 30 years, and Andalusian producers are seeking to grow their market share.
Jun. 12, 2023
Tracking the Rise of Olive Oil in Japan
The rising quantity and quality of olive oil production in Japan presents opportunities for local farmers as well as European exporters.
May. 30, 2023
East Asian Olive Oils Reach the World Stage
As extra virgin olive oil culture slowly expands in China and Japan, high-quality production in two of the world’s largest economies does too.
Jan. 30, 2023
Award-Winning Greek Producer Looks East
Olix Oil has achieved success around the world and has now set its sights on 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 Producer Profiles
Experience, Knowledge Drive Success of Award-Winning Producer in Japan
May. 10, 2022 Producer Profiles
Oct. 20, 2021 Production
Aug. 12, 2021 News Briefs
Japan May Recognize Some PDO and PGI Olive Oils from European Countries
Jun. 21, 2021 Producer Profiles
Award-Winning Producers Optimistic As Olive Oil Culture Takes Root in Japan
Feb. 16, 2021
Olive Oil is Becoming One of Asia’s Most Popular Ingredients
Consumption and production are on the rise in Asia's two largest economies. Consumers still prefer imported brands to domestic ones.
Jun. 30, 2020
Eight Japanese Olive Oils Among This Year's Top-Rated Brands
Japanese producers enjoyed a record-breaking year at the World Olive Oil Competition, proving that one of the newest frontiers in olive cultivation can compete with the rest.
Sep. 17, 2018
E.U. - Japan Trade Deal Brings Opportunities to Olive Oil Exporters
Many European agricultural products will enjoy reduced taxes or an entirely tax-free status when exported to Japan, opening the way for EU farmers and exporters to penetrate a market of 127 million people.
Jun. 9, 2017
Japan Extends Joint Research with Tunisia
A Japan-Tunisia collaboration will continue until 2021 with a focus on the development of food, cosmetic and pharmaceutical products.
Mar. 6, 2017
'Olive Beef' Looks Set to Land on American Plates
Sanuki Wagyu Beef has been recognised as healthier than regular Wagyu Beef. The olive-fed cows produce meat which is higher in oleic acid, monounsaturated fats and omega-3s.
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.