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Meiji to launch limited-edition strawberry fruit chocolate in Japan

Meiji to launch limited-edition strawberry fruit chocolate in Japan

Meiji is set to launch a new fruit chocolate product, 'Nomitsu Ka Tsubutsubu Ichigo,' across Japan for a limited time from 21 April 2026.

Suntory buys Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare in  $1.6bn deal

Suntory buys Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare in $1.6bn deal

By combining beverage innovation with pharmaceutical-grade expertise, Suntory is positioning itself to compete more aggressively in adjacent categories, including nutraceuticals and functional foods.

Meiji expands yogurt portfolio with launch of Bulgaria Yogurt LB81 plain fat-free

Meiji expands yogurt portfolio with launch of Bulgaria Yogurt LB81 plain fat-free

Meiji is strengthening its leadership in the yogurt category with the nationwide launch of Meiji Bulgaria Yogurt LB81 Plain Fat-Free.

Meiji targets beauty-from-within trend with launch of functional fruit gummies

Meiji targets beauty-from-within trend with launch of functional fruit gummies

Meiji is expanding its presence in the fast-growing functional confectionery space with the launch of a new product, Frubi.

Diageo to sell EABL shareholding to Asahi in $2.3bn deal

Diageo to sell EABL shareholding to Asahi in $2.3bn deal

Diageo has agreed to sell its 65% shareholding in East African Breweries (EABL) to Asahi Group for $2.3 billion.

Suntory announces key executive appointments ahead of leadership transition

Suntory announces key executive appointments ahead of leadership transition

Suntory Holdings has announced key executive appointments as part of its strategic leadership transition at Suntory Beverage & Food Limited.

Meiji launches yogurt products targeting blood sugar control

Meiji launches yogurt products targeting blood sugar control

Meiji is set to launch a new line of functional yogurt products designed to address blood sugar management.

Morinaga Milk to suspend production at Akita plant in March 2026

Morinaga Milk to suspend production at Akita plant in March 2026

Morinaga Milk has announced that it will suspend production at its plant in Akita, Japan, in March 2026 as part of a restructuring initiative.

KI NO BI opens fossil-free distillery in Kyoto

KI NO BI opens fossil-free distillery in Kyoto

Japanese craft gin brand KI NO BI, part of the Pernod Ricard portfolio, has officially opened its new fossil-free distillery in Kyoto Prefecture.

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