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New Kay Sake aims to put ‘contemporary spin’ on traditional Japanese beverage
A new sake brand, Kay Sake, is launching in the UK, aiming to blend 'Eastern tradition with Western style'.
Berlin Packaging expands into Japan with Nissho Jitsugyo acquisition
Berlin Packaging has acquired Nissho Jitsugyo, a supplier of packaging products and services to diverse markets and regions across Japan.
Suntory completes renewal of Hakushu whisky distillery
Suntory Spirits has announced that it is due to complete the renewal of its Hakushu Distillery in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan, next month.
Venture capital firm Pegasus partners with Japanese snack food giant Calbee
Silicon Valley, US-based venture capital firm Pegasus Tech Ventures has partnered with Japanese snacking giant Calbee.
Pernod Ricard’s KI NO BI to build new €25m distillery in Japan
Pernod Ricard’s premium Japanese gin brand KI NO BI is investing in a new carbon-neutral, increased-capacity distillery.
Kirin announces JPY 220bn Fancl takeover bid
Kirin Holdings has announced plans to acquire full ownership of Japanese cosmetics and food supplement company Fancl.
Meiji and DSM-Firmenich partner to reduce methane emissions
DSM-Firmenich and Meiji Holdings have signed an MoU to enhance the sustainability of Japanese dairy farming through the implementation of Bovaer.
Coca-Cola Japan and Kirin to develop health drinks - Nikkei Asia
Coca-Cola Japan is partnering with Kirin Holdings to develop a functional beverage that contains live bacteria, according to Nikkei Asia.
