Fujipan Launches Annual 'Sustaina Month' to Promote Environmental Awareness and Food Loss Reduction

Fujipan Co., Ltd. (Nagoya, Aichi) will conduct 'Sustaina Month' for one month starting June 1, 2026, in alignment with the 'Environment Month' promoted by Japan's Ministry of the Environment.

Building on the success of last year's inaugural campaign where the brand introduced green-themed packaging and the mascot 'Sustaina Neo-bata-kun,' the company is expanding its initiatives this year. The product lineup featuring the campaign mascot will now include four varieties of 'Snack Sand,' 'Raw Lemon Cake,' and 'Bread Crust Rusks.'

'Sustaina Neo-bata-kun' is the sustainability-themed persona of the 'Neo-bata-kun' fairy, which originated from the company's Neo Butter Roll brand. This year, the character will return to product packaging and lead social media engagement.

The campaign includes digital promotions on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram. From June 1 to June 12, ten participants on X can win eco-bags by sharing green-themed content. From June 15 to June 26, ten Instagram followers who share their eco-friendly habits can win original cups made from environmentally friendly materials.

Product highlights include 'Snack Sand Mottainai Pine' and 'Choco Banana,' which utilize upcycled ingredients to reduce food waste. Other items such as the 'Bread Crust Rusks' specifically target the repurposing of bread remnants into consumer goods. These products will be available across various regions in Japan, including Kanto and Kyushu, at open prices.