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Member Organizations
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List of member organizations
Each member organization of the Kyoto Prefecture Food Industry Association (General Incorporated Association) supports Kyoto's food culture in their respective fields and strives to provide high-quality food.
Kyoto Prefecture Confectionery Industry Association
This association acts as a coordinator for the various confectionery associations in Kyoto Prefecture. In order to promote the development of the prefecture's confectionery industry, it supports the development of the next generation of confectioners and manages the trademarks of Kyoto confectionery.
Kyoto Prefecture Tea Cooperative
This is a union of tea producers in Kyoto Prefecture, including Uji tea. In addition to joint storage, processing, and trading of green tea, the union aims to contribute to the promotion of Kyoto's tea industry through product research and development and advertising.
Kyoto Prefecture Bean Paste Manufacturing Cooperative
This is a union of bean paste manufacturers in Kyoto Prefecture. In addition to jointly purchasing raw materials, the union aims to promote the economic activities and improve the status of its members through campaigns to increase bean paste consumption and tours of production areas.
Kyoto Coffee Industry Association
Our basic philosophy is to revitalize the coffee and restaurant industry through coffee. In addition to providing education and training for the roasting, processing and sales industry and increasing consumption, we are also working to improve the health of the industry and the welfare of employees.
Kyoto Rice Crackers Industry Cooperative
In addition to joint procurement of rice cracker ingredients, we are also developing products and conducting sales promotion activities to establish the Kyo Okaki and Arare brands, working to pass on traditional techniques, maintain quality, and expand demand.
Kyoto Prefecture Konnyaku Industry Cooperative Association
This is a union of konnyaku manufacturers in Kyoto Prefecture. In addition to joint purchasing of raw materials, the group conducts technological research aimed at developing products that meet the demand for konnyaku as a health food, and also engages in activities to increase consumption.
Kyoto Vinegar Association
We aim to improve and popularize the quality of vinegar, which is essential for Kyoto cuisine and sushi, by conducting research on brewing techniques, market research, and promoting fair labeling. We are also working to develop Kyoto vinegar manufacturers and pass on food culture.
Kyoto Prefecture Fresh Confectionery Cooperative
This is a union of manufacturers of Japanese sweets and mochi confections that are closely tied to Japanese customs and lifestyles. In addition to advertising activities six times a year, the union also holds technical training sessions and promotes information sharing among members.
Kyoto Prefecture Miso Industry Cooperative
In addition to jointly purchasing soybeans and rice, which are the raw materials for miso, the association also provides support activities such as providing information to members and developing human resources.The association aims to develop the industry by revitalizing the stable supply of miso and technology and management.
Kyoto Prefecture Canned Foods Cooperative
The association conducts joint purchasing of agricultural, forestry and fishery raw materials, primarily fresh bamboo shoots from Kyoto, as well as advertising and training for processed products. It also works to promote information exchange and mutual cooperation among members.
Kyoto Specialty Products Cooperative Association, Food Division
With the aim of improving and promoting Kyoto souvenirs, the association communicates requests to relevant government agencies, exchanges information with tourism-related organizations, promotes Kyoto's famous products, and conducts advertising and PR activities for its members.
Kyoto Grain Wholesalers Association
The organization aims to increase consumption of grains, including beans, and promote the distribution of local specialties such as Tamba black beans. It also cooperates with agricultural organizations and producers, working to stimulate demand and develop the industry.


























