Japan's appetite for ingredient suppliers | Navigator Global

Online webinar | 22 Sep, 2026 | 13:00 - 14:00 (BST)

About this event

Date: 22 Sep, 2026

Time: 13:00 - 14:00 (BST)

Location: Online

Language: en

Markets: Japan

Sector: Food and Beverage, Manufactured products

Speakers: Fernando Lira

Join this webinar to learn what Japanese food manufacturers look for in ingredient suppliers and how to make the most of these B2B opportunities in Japan.

Speakers

Fernando Lira , Representative Director, JML Group Japan

Fernando Lira is the Representative Director of JML Group Japan. This Fukuoka-based firm specialises in food and beverage imports, regulatory compliance, and market entry for international brands. He has guided numerous companies through the full import journey into Japan. His expertise covers EU origin requirements, Japanese customs, MHLW notifications, labelling compliance, and commercial market entry.

What you will learn

Understand current demand for ingredients from Japanese food manufacturers.

Avoid common challenges when entering the Japanese food market.

Find new B2B opportunities to grow your ingredient supplier business in Japan.