About this event
FOODEX JAPAN is the largest annual food and beverage trade exhibition in Asia, organized by the Japan Management Association and held at Makuhari Messe in Chiba (greater Tokyo) over four days each spring. It is a trade-only event — closed to general consumers — and attracts buyers, importers, distributors, and trade press from across Japan and the world.
For the Japanese alcohol industry, FOODEX is one of the most significant annual gatherings. Sake, shochu, Japanese whisky, and Japanese wine producers exhibit alongside food companies, and the event serves as a primary venue for international importers seeking to source Japanese premium alcohol.
Why it matters for overseas markets
FOODEX is where many overseas distributors and restaurant buyers first encounter producers they later import. For breweries and distilleries planning overseas expansion, exhibiting at FOODEX is often the first concrete step toward export. For importers and overseas trade, FOODEX is one of the most efficient single-event opportunities to meet a broad range of Japanese producers in person.
How to attend
FOODEX is restricted to trade visitors. Pre-registration through the official site is required, and proof of trade affiliation is typically requested. International visitors should register early. The official site publishes the exhibitor list, floor plan, and current dates well in advance.
Refer to the source link below for current dates, registration, and exhibitor information.