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Culinary & Agri-Innovation

Where Czech craft food and beverage traditions meet one of the world's most sophisticated premium markets.

Core Verticals

01

Wine & Spirits

Moravian wines, craft spirits, and premium beverages positioned for Japan's sophisticated wine market and izakaya culture.

02

Craft Beer

Czech brewing tradition meets Japanese craft beer enthusiasm — collaboration brews, festival presence, and distribution partnerships.

03

Health & Organic Foods

Bio-certified products, superfoods, and functional foods targeting Japan's health-conscious consumer base.

04

Mineral Water & Beverages

Premium natural mineral waters and non-alcoholic beverages for Japan's competitive convenience store and hospitality channels.

What This Group Works On

Peer Exchange

  • Market intelligence on Japanese premium food trends, seasonality, and price positioning
  • Shared importer and distributor intelligence across product categories
  • Case studies on successful Czech-origin launches in Japan

Collective Access

  • Group presence at FOODEX Japan, Wine & Gourmet Japan, and regional trade fairs
  • Coordinated introductions to department store buyers, specialty retailers, and hospitality groups
  • Engagement with Japanese Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF)

Advocacy & Standards

  • Coordination on JAS certification, labeling, and import procedures
  • "Czech Made" origin branding and collective marketing initiatives
  • Input on EU-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement implementation for food products

One Window. The Founding Cohort Closes 30 June 2026.

Access to this Working Group is open to Corporate Members and above with an interest in the sector. Members joining the Founding Cohort by 30 June 2026 receive permanent Founding Member status – a designation no later member can earn.

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