Japan's Northernmost Supermarket Wins Top Award at Local Supermarket Grand Prix 2026

Aizawa Food Department Store in Wakkanai, Hokkaido, announced that its signature "Kita no Hashi Shokupan" (bread) won the Grand Prix at the "Local Supermarket Grand Prix 2026." The "Kita no Hashi Sable Can" also secured the Semi-Grand Prix, marking a significant success for this northernmost supermarket. The award-winning bread is crafted with minimal ingredients including Hokkaido wheat and Soya salt, without sugar, butter, or eggs, emphasizing health and authentic flavor. The brand is also internationally recognized for its design, having won silver at the New York ADC Awards and a Wood Pencil at the D&AD Awards.