Various regional food businesses announce new Japanese expansions

Several Japanese food businesses have announced upcoming openings and event participations. In Tokyo, a new Kyushu-style izakaya, Hakata Nakasu Yatai Village Nanshotto, is scheduled to open at Nakano Station on December 1, 2026. Produced by Foy of NOEZ FOXX Co., Ltd. and KMT Co., Ltd., the establishment will feature Hakata cuisine including motsunabe and bone-in chicken.

In Miyagi Prefecture, Nagasaki-based Iwasaki Honpo will participate in the inaugural Chuka-man Expo 2026 at Mitsui Outlet Park Sendai Port. Running from November 14 to November 23, 2026, the event will feature the company’s specialty cheese kakuni manju alongside other regional steamed buns from across Japan.