Ootoya launches 'Love Meal' project led by model‑chef Aki

Japan's Ootoya (part of the Korowaid Group) has started a new initiative called “Love Meal”. The project is headed by model‑chef Aki, who will develop a limited‑time menu aimed at busy parents and dual‑income families. A three‑episode documentary about the project’s behind‑the‑scenes work is being released on Ootoya’s official YouTube channel. The first episode, “Parents' Honest Thoughts”, debuted on 14 July, followed by “Recipe Development” on 5 August and “Delicious Emotion” on 12 August.

Aki interviewed middle‑school children and their parents to gather ideas, then collaborated with Ootoya’s kitchen team to create the new dishes. The completed menu will be sold nationwide from 14 August to 30 September as a limited‑time offering, with the final episode showing a surprise tasting event for families.