As a specialist
in Japanese ingredients for restaurants
all over Japan and around the world.
We promise to distribute,
safely and securely,
Japan's carefully selected, high-quality ingredients,
which we proudly offer, to countries around the world.
about
As a specialist in Japanese ingredients, our mission is to distribute Japan’s proudly selected ingredients to restaurants across Japan and around the world. We carry forward the passion and wishes of producers to dedicated chefs. Helping to deliver health and happiness to consumers. This is the core business of UMAI Co., Ltd.
As a company chosen by our customers,
we view the delivery of safe, secure, and fresh top-quality Japanese ingredients
as the core value of UMAI.
We are committed to bringing them to you.
UMAI:
Masterful Craftsmanship
With well-honed skills and deep understanding of the ecosystem, the fishermen and producers, who have built up their expertise, deliver world-renowned ingredients both within Japan and across the globe.
UMAI:
Exceptional Ingredients
The culinary standards of Japanese chefs, who bring out the full flavor of both Japanese and international cuisine, surpass those of the world. We deliver the exquisite techniques of Japanese cuisine that enhance the umami of every dish.
UMAI:
Delicious
We employ techniques that maximize the potential of each ingredient, coupled with special storage and delivery methods that preserve freshness, ensuring that the ingredients reach you in their most flavorful state.
UMAI:
Techniques
Using Japan's world-renowned advanced freezing and refrigeration technologies, along with state-of-the-art automated cooking equipment that outclasses those of other nations, we deliver uniformly high-quality and skillfully crafted techniques to countries around the globe.
We deliver carefully selected, premium-quality Japanese ingredients through our exclusive network.
For land transport, we utilize state-of-the-art refrigerated vehicles to ensure optimal frozen delivery,
supported by our proprietary logistics management system that guarantees consistent service every single day.
Our meticulous delivery management extends beyond Japan to encompass global shipments as well.
strengths
Strengths in Distribution
(Import/Export Trade Business)
We have established exclusive export routes that enable fresh produce from various regions to be airlifted and delivered to airports around the world from Haneda, Narita, or Kansai airports on the same day. Once the imported goods arrive at their destination airports, we ensure same-day delivery to specified stores or warehouses.
Until UMAI arrives
By leveraging UMAI's global logistics network,
we deliver products directly from Japanese producers to our customers.
We secure 24hours and 365days,
and quality control, along with attentive service,
we ensure the safe and secure delivery of premium ingredients to you.
Ingredients
UMAI Co., Ltd. has established a network with key players in Japan’s food production industry, including fishermen, livestock traders, and primary distributors. This enables us to deliver carefully selected, exceptional Japanese ingredients to restaurants and chefs worldwide.
Packaging
We established the most suitable packaging methods for each ingredient to ensure that delicate food items remain undamaged. With the support of our experienced partners, we manage the entire process from pick-up to delivery smoothly and with the highest level of efficiency.
Frozen & Refrigerated
In order to maintain quality assurance and high standards during the transportation of various fresh and processed foods, especially for global shipments, our company carefully considers the packaging methods and the appropriate amounts of ice or dry ice for each type of ingredient. We do this with the support of our experienced partners to ensure that the products remain in optimal condition throughout the entire process.
Global Distribution
We accommodate a wide range of delivery needs, from large-scale to small-scale shipments. Responding to the diverse demands of transportation and delivery, we utilize our exclusive, fully integrated network for air transport, which is crucial for international shipping. We prioritize the quality of the ingredients and ensure timely delivery with meticulous management throughout the entire process.
to the Customer
We ensure the global delivery of fresh ingredients with utmost care and reliability.
Transportation with Rigorous
Temperature Control
We deliver frozen and refrigerated foods via air, ensuring that freshness is maintained through our temperature control system, providing you with safe and reliable service.
Drastic staff management
With drastic staff management, we ensure that our team is as meticulous as the quality of the ingredients we handle. Our well-groomed and professional staff are dedicated to delivering your products to destinations around the world with the utmost care.
“Zero” Troubles, we deliver to you
We take utmost care in considering the local lifestyles, languages, and transportation methods to guarantee the highest level of safety through inspections and maintenance, in each country to ensure safe and reliable delivery of food products worldwide.
a bridge that connects
A bridge connecting Producers and restaurants
We have a network with key figures in Japan's food industry, including producers, fishermen, livestock traders, and primary distributors from all regions of Japan. Through this network, we deliver carefully selected, exceptional ingredients across Japan and to countries around the world.
trust and
peace of mind
Trust and reassurance
We work closely with producers to ensure perfect refrigerated and frozen conditions during transport. We have built our entire transportation network in-house, relying solely on our own staff and not on external companies.
securing
high quality
and
rare ingredients
Ensure high quality and precious ingredients
We ensure the annual supply of high-quality and rare ingredients for our customers, ensuring that producers can maintain stable production, breeding, and procurement. To uphold the highest standards of quality, we focus on maintaining optimal conditions for each ingredient by carefully considering packaging methods, as well as the appropriate amounts of ice or dry ice, with the support of our experienced partners.
Non Stop delivery:
We have established our own unique distribution network
that allows us to deliver highquality ingredients directly from producers to your restaurant.
In addition to shortening deadtime to deliver,
ensuring the freshness and quality of the ingredients requires precise and timely deliveries,
making delivery schedules a critical aspect of our service.
