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Regenerating high-end fully ripe melons near disposal into Japanese sweets. Mellow Shizuoka and Furusato start an upcycling business using kudzu. Aiming for monetization while balancing food waste reduction and deliciousness.
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Published Apr 20, 2026 10:00 AM ・ Updated Jun 19, 2026 6:24 AM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES
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- Mellow Shizuoka and Furusato have partnered to launch an upcycling business that turns high-end Crown Melons on the verge of disposal into Japanese sweets using kudzu, aiming to reduce food waste.
Mellow Shizuoka and Furusato have partnered to launch an upcycling business that turns high-end Crown Melons on the verge of disposal into Japanese sweets using kudzu, aiming to reduce food waste.
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FAQ
What kind of food waste is being regenerated into Japanese sweets?
High-end fully ripe melons that are near disposal are being regenerated.
Which companies started the new upcycling business?
Mellow Shizuoka and Furusato started this new upcycling business.
What specific ingredient is used in the upcycling business?
The upcycling business uses kudzu to regenerate the ripe melons.
What is the main goal of this upcycling business?
The goal is to monetize while balancing food waste reduction and deliciousness.
For how long have they been handling Shizuoka Prefecture's specialty Crown Melon?
They have been handling this specialty melon for thirty years.
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