Japan Matcha Export Organization (JMEX), a Specialist Trading Company for Matcha Sourcing and Wholesale, to Exhibit at Mitsui & Co. Distribution Group Food Show 2026 (Booth C-509)

Japan Matcha Export Organization Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Soma Kato; hereinafter 'JMEX'), a specialist in sourcing, wholesale, and exporting bulk matcha, will exhibit at the 'Nippon Genki Market' during the 'Mitsui & Co. Distribution Group Food Show 2026' held at Pacifico Yokohama on July 15 (Wed) and 16 (Thu), 2026 (Booth Number: C-509). JMEX will showcase a one-stop support lineup for retailers, wholesalers, and food service businesses, covering bulk powdered matcha, retail matcha products (such as matcha tins), and OEM/PB (contract development) of matcha-based goods, all enabled by its direct procurement network with over 80 producers across 7 domestic regions.

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Japan Matcha Export Organization (JMEX) will exhibit at the 'Mitsui & Co. Distribution Group Food Show 2026' (July 15–16, Pacifico Yokohama). Booth number: C-509. Exhibition zone: 'Nippon Genki Market'.

Leveraging stable procurement through direct transactions with over 80 producers across 7 domestic regions, JMEX will propose purpose-specific grades of bulk matcha and retail matcha products (e.g., matcha tins).

On-site, visitors can experience tastings of different matcha grades and consult on raw material supply for OEM/PB development and small-lot procurement (from 10kg).

Background of Participation

Driven by the global matcha boom, demand for matcha continues to grow both domestically and internationally. Japan's green tea export value in 2025 is estimated to have reached approximately 72.1 billion yen (about double the previous year), and domestically, matcha beverages and desserts are becoming increasingly widespread.

However, retail and food service businesses are facing procurement challenges such as 'inability to find reliable matcha suppliers' and 'difficulty securing long-term supply at stable prices and quantities.' JMEX addresses these issues by leveraging its strength in stable procurement through direct transactions with over 80 domestic producers and manufacturing partners. By exhibiting at this show, which is expected to attract around 3,000 buyers from retail, wholesale, and food service industries nationwide, JMEX will propose optimal matcha sourcing solutions tailored to specific applications.

Exhibition Overview

Event Name: Mitsui & Co. Distribution Group Food Show 2026

Dates: July 15, 2026 (Wed) 10:00–17:00 / July 16, 2026 (Thu) 10:00–16:00

Venue: Pacifico Yokohama B & C Halls (1-1-1 Minatomirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa)

Exhibition Zone: Nippon Genki Market

Booth Number: C-509

Expected Visitors: Approximately 3,000 (retail, wholesale, food service, and others)

Organizer: Mitsui & Co. Distribution Group Co., Ltd.

* This exhibition is a business-to-business trade show targeting the organizer's clients.

Exhibition Content

1. Display and Tasting of Application-Specific Bulk Matcha

We will display powdered matcha in various grades tailored for specific uses—such as tea ceremony, matcha lattes, and confectionery/bakery—and offer on-site tastings to allow visitors to evaluate flavor and color. We will recommend the most suitable grade based on application and cost considerations.

2. Introduction of Retail Matcha Products (e.g., Matcha Tins)

We will display retail-ready matcha products such as matcha tins. We will propose ways to utilize these products according to business type, such as shelf placement in retail stores or meeting gift and souvenir demand.

3. Support for OEM/PB Development of Matcha Products

For retailers and manufacturers planning to develop their own branded matcha products, we offer OEM/PB development services for matcha-based goods. We provide end-to-end support—from raw material selection based on application, quantity, and price range, to arranging manufacturing partners, certification compliance, and export logistics—not limited to raw material supply, but extending fully into OEM development.

4. Information on Stable Procurement and Small-Lot Supply

Our staff will provide individual consultations on our stable supply system powered by a network of over 80 producers across 7 domestic regions, certification compliance (e.g., Organic JAS, HALAL), small-lot procurement (from 10kg), and free sample provision.

Executive Comment

Representative Director, Soma Kato

"Bringing Japanese matcha to the world."

While global demand for matcha continues to rise, voices from the domestic retail and food service sectors are growing stronger, seeking suppliers that can reliably ensure both quality and quantity. By directly connecting with over 80 domestic producers, we can provide the right matcha, in the right amount, at a stable price. At Food Show 2026, we will propose the optimal matcha for your products and sales floors, allowing you to personally verify taste and color on-site.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q. Where can bulk matcha be sourced?

A. Japan Matcha Export Organization (JMEX) sources directly from over 80 producers across 7 domestic regions and serves as a procurement window for bulk matcha. We wholesale to retailers, distributors, food service businesses, and manufacturers.

Q. What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ)?

A. The MOQ is 10kg. We also offer free samples for application testing.

Q. What types of matcha applications do you support?

A. We support various application-specific grades, including tea ceremony, matcha latte, and confectionery/bakery. We recommend the optimal grade based on usage scenario and cost.

Q. Do you support certifications such as Organic and HALAL?

A. Yes. We partner with manufacturing partners who comply with various certifications, including Organic JAS, HALAL, and Kosher.

Q. Do you support OEM/PB development of matcha products?

A. Yes. We provide end-to-end support for OEM/PB development of matcha-based products, from raw material selection to manufacturing partner arrangement, certification compliance, and export logistics. The ability to support not only raw material supply but also full OEM development is JMEX's key strength.

Media Coverage

Japan Matcha Export Organization (JMEX)'s efforts in matcha sourcing and export were featured in a special segment titled 'Save Japanese Tea!' on TV Tokyo's 'World Business Satellite (WBS)' broadcast on June 30, 2026 (related information).

About Japan Matcha Export Organization (JMEX)

Japan Matcha Export Organization Co., Ltd. (JMEX) is a trading company specializing in the sourcing, wholesale, and export of bulk powdered matcha and tencha. Established in August 2024, we conduct direct transactions with over 80 producers and manufacturing partners across 7 domestic regions. Backed by an annual supply capacity of over 300 tons, we have exported matcha to more than 40 countries to date. Our strengths include proposing application-specific grades, compliance with various certifications such as Organic JAS, HALAL, and Kosher, and small-lot supply (MOQ: 10kg). We also support OEM/PB development of matcha-based products. Information on matcha origins, production methods, and market trends is also disseminated through 'Matcha Times,' our dedicated matcha media platform.

Company Overview

Company Name: Japan Matcha Export Organization Co., Ltd. (JMEX)

Address: TenSho Office Nihonbashi 411, 8-13 Koaburacho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo

Established: August 2024

Capital: 21,000,000 JPY

Representative Director: Soma Kato

Business Activities: Wholesale of powdered matcha and tencha, sourcing and procurement support for bulk matcha, support for OEM/PB development of matcha products, operation of matcha-specialized media

URL: https://artem.co.jp/

Operated Media: Matcha Times (https://matcha-times.jp/)

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