Akachan Honpo to retail Ezaki Glico’s cotote frozen toddler food

Akachan Honpo will begin selling four popular products from the frozen toddler food brand ‘cotote’ at its physical retail locations starting October 19, 2026. Developed by Ezaki Glico, the brand focuses on providing nutritious meals that include over 10 types of ingredients per serving, using exclusively domestic Japanese meat and vegetables.

The products are designed to accommodate different developmental stages, categorized into STEP 1 (ages 1 to 1.5 years) and STEP 2 (ages 1.5 to 3 years), with textures and sizes adjusted for a child's chewing ability. The meals are designed to be low in salt, with a target of 0.6g or less per serving, and can be prepared quickly using a microwave to allow parents more time for interaction with their children.