Next Meats Launches New Product "NEXT Katsu"!! Expanding Plant-Based Product Lineup on EC Sales Site

Next Meats Inc. (Headquarters: Niseko Town, Hokkaido, President and CEO: Koichi Ishizuka, hereinafter referred to as Next Meats), a venture company in the alternative meat sector, is pleased to announce the launch of its new 100% plant-derived product, "NEXT Katsu."

Furthermore, on our B2B e-commerce site, we have also started selling plant-based meat chips, which are used as the raw material for "NEXT Katsu," as well as for "NEXT Burger Patty" and "NEXT Beef 1.0."

Please consider Next Meats products as a measure against the recent surge in meat prices.

EC Site: https://nextmeatsjp.i11.bcart.jp/

Plant-Based NEXT Katsu

"NEXT Katsu" - A New Product Receiving High Praise

"NEXT Katsu" is a product that, while using only plant-based ingredients, reproduces the crispy texture of the coating and the juicy, meat-like umami.

We were able to launch this product with the cooperation of "PivotBase Café," a highly popular restaurant in the Dotonbori area of Osaka. The restaurant serves it to many customers, including inbound tourists, thereby expanding the new possibilities of plant-based food.

〇Pivot Base Café & Bar

https://dotonbori-night.com/pivot/

We have also received high praise from other restaurant industry professionals who have sampled the product, and it is being well-received as a satisfying menu item despite being a plant-based food.

Business Development Focused on B2B Sales

Currently, Next Meats focuses its sales on the B2B market, including restaurants, hotels, catering services, and food manufacturers, rather than general retail sales.

While B-cart operates as a B2B e-commerce site, individual customers can also purchase products by registering as members.

We will continue to supply high-quality plant-based products to restaurants and food-related businesses.

Strengthening Business Foundation by Grouping Marmafoods Inc.

On May 1, 2026, Next Meats welcomed Marmafoods Inc., which has long been involved in the manufacturing and sales of "okara konnyaku" (tofu lees konjac) in Iwate Prefecture, as a group company.

Marmafoods possesses unique manufacturing technology and product development capabilities cultivated over many years in Japan. Through this grouping, the Next Meats Group will further strengthen its manufacturing, development, and sales system in the plant-based food sector.

By integrating the two growth markets of alternative meat and okara konnyaku, we will promote broader product development and sales channel expansion.

Comment from Koichi Ishizuka, President and CEO of Next Meats

"I personally recommend 'NEXT Katsu' with great confidence. Many people who have actually tried it have commented, 'I can't tell it's plant-based.'

Furthermore, in May, we were able to welcome Marmafoods Inc., a pioneer in okara konnyaku, into our group. This will allow the Next Meats Group to expand its business not only in alternative meats but also in a wider range of plant-based food markets.

Moving forward, we will continue to promote domestic and international expansion with the theme of 'plant-based foods chosen for their deliciousness.'"

Future Outlook

Next Meats will strengthen its B2B sales, primarily targeting restaurants, hotels, and inns, while also advancing its expansion into overseas markets.

In collaboration with our group company Marmafoods, we aim to expand our product range, including alternative meats, okara konnyaku, and vegan delicacies, and grow into a comprehensive food manufacturer in the plant-based food sector.

【Company Profile】

Company Name: Next Meats Inc.

President and CEO: Koichi Ishizuka

Head Office Location: 79-49 Motomachi, Niseko Town, Hokkaido 048-1544

Tokyo Office: Shinjuku Island Tower 2F, 6-5-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 163-1302

Business Activities: - Planning, development, manufacturing, and sales of plant-based foods - Planning and sales of alternative meat products - E-commerce business related to food

Official HP: https://www.nextmeats.co.jp/

EC Site: https://nextmeatsjp.i11.bcart.jp/

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