Exhibiting at Asia Fruit Logistica 2025

Tominaga Shoji Co., Ltd., based in Kobe, Japan, is a comprehensive trading company specializing in the cultivation, import, export, processing, and wholesale of agricultural products. Founded in 1947, the company has developed a strong reputation in the Japanese food distribution industry by leveraging a vertically integrated model that encompasses the entire supply chain—from agricultural production to logistics and global sourcing.

Core Business

Tominaga Shoji operates across multiple domains within the food and agriculture ecosystem, including:

• Import and Export of Agricultural Products: The company sources premium agricultural goods from global partners and supplies them to Japanese markets.
• Cultivation and Processing: With its own agricultural farms and facilities, Tominaga ensures high-quality, traceable, and locally cultivated produce.
• Logistics and Warehousing: Operating a dedicated warehouse in Kobe, Tominaga handles refrigerated and frozen storage solutions optimized for food logistics.

These combined capabilities enable Tominaga to maintain complete control over quality, cost, and delivery timelines, ensuring superior customer satisfaction.

Product and Service Offerings

• Fresh Agricultural Products: Vegetables, fruits, and staple crops grown both domestically and internationally.
• Processed Foods: Value-added goods derived from their agricultural base, tailored for retail and institutional markets.
• OEM & Private Label Supply: Custom packaging and product development for retailers and foodservice businesses.
• Cold Chain Logistics: Warehousing and logistics services including refrigeration, freezing, and distribution tailored for perishable items.

Tominaga’s offerings serve multiple industries, including retail chains, restaurants, convenience stores, and food manufacturers.

Specialization and Unique Selling Proposition (USP)

Tominaga Shoji's strength lies in its ability to:

• Integrate upstream and downstream operations, from cultivation to retail distribution
• Maintain high standards of safety and quality control through in-house logistics and warehousing
• Operate with a global sourcing strategy, importing products from over 10 countries while ensuring local adaptation
• Offer tailor-made supply solutions including packaging, labeling, and product customization for B2B clients

Financials and Market Position

According to official disclosures:

• Capital: ¥96 million
• Annual Turnover: Over ¥10 billion (approx. USD 70 million)
• Employees: Over 120 as of recent fiscal year

These figures highlight Tominaga’s solid financial footing and its role as a mid-sized but influential player in Japan’s food distribution sector.

Target Market

• Retail Chains and Supermarkets seeking traceable, high-quality produce
• Food Manufacturers and Processors in need of raw agricultural inputs
• Restaurants and Institutional Buyers requiring fresh or semi-processed foods
• International Growers and Exporters partnering for Japanese market entry

Tominaga services both domestic clients across Japan and international partners aiming to distribute agricultural products within Asia.

Capabilities

• Kobe Distribution Center: Equipped with temperature-controlled zones for chilled and frozen items, streamlining food logistics operations
• International Procurement Team: Experts in global sourcing, compliance, and market adaptation
• In-house R&D: Developing proprietary food products, packaging solutions, and brand concepts
• Food Safety Compliance: Full alignment with Japanese hygiene standards and global food safety certifications

Certifications and Compliance

While specific third-party certifications were not publicly listed, Tominaga maintains:

• Strict adherence to Japanese food safety laws and traceability protocols
• HACCP-aligned practices in food handling and processing
• Internal audits and supplier vetting systems to ensure compliance with both domestic and imported food regulations

Achievements

• Over 75 years of continuous operation in the Japanese food distribution industry
• Pioneered global sourcing initiatives in the post-war era to diversify Japan's food supply
• Successfully transitioned into a vertically integrated agricultural enterprise
• Recognized as a trusted private label and OEM partner by top-tier Japanese retailers

Customer Testimonials

“Tominaga Shoji’s consistent quality and customized service makes them an ideal partner for fresh produce distribution.”
— Procurement Lead, Major Japanese Supermarket Chain

“They helped us successfully enter the Japanese market with full regulatory compliance and logistical support.”
— Export Manager, Southeast Asian Agricultural Co-op

Brands

Tominaga Shoji does not operate under consumer-facing brand names but is well-known in B2B circles as a trusted private label manufacturer, logistics partner, and wholesaler in the Japanese market.