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Kikkoman Food Launches Collaborative Maritime Transport with Nestle Japan Between Kanto and Kansai Regions to Promote Logistics Efficiency and CO2 Reduction

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Published Jun 4, 2026 8:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 4:45 AM ・ 5 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Kikkoman Food will launch collaborative maritime transport with Nestle Japan between the Kanto and Kansai regions starting June 5, 2026.
By introducing a 'round-trip transport' system using RORO vessels, the companies aim to reduce empty loads, increase transport efficiency, and expect a 52% reduction in CO2 emissions.

Kikkoman Food will launch collaborative maritime transport with Nestle Japan between the Kanto and Kansai regions starting June 5, 2026. By introducing a 'round-trip transport' system using RORO vessels, the companies aim to reduce empty loads, increase transport efficiency, and expect a 52% reduction in CO2 emissions.

PRIMARY SOURCE Original source: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000212.000114133.html Distributor: PR TIMES
Published: Jun 4, 2026

Kikkoman Food Launches Collaborative Maritime Transport with Nestle Japan Between Kanto and Kansai Regions to Promote Logistics Efficiency and CO2 Reduction

Kikkoman Food Corporation will launch collaborative maritime transport with Nestle Japan between the Kanto and Kansai regions starting Friday, June 5, 2026, for seasoning products such as 'Kikkoman Koi Dashi Hon-Tsuyu' shipped from its main logistics hub, Kikkoman Food N-DC (Nagareyama City, Chiba Prefecture). By introducing 'round-trip transport' that combines cargo for both outbound and return journeys with Nestle Japan, the companies plan to reduce empty loads and increase transport efficiency.

Currently, Kikkoman Food primarily uses trucks to transport seasoning products like 'Kikkoman Koi Dashi Hon-Tsuyu' from Kikkoman Food N-DC to the Kansai region.

The logistics industry faces a critical driver shortage, and diversifying transport methods and promoting modal shift are essential to ensure stable product delivery in the future.

Against this background, the companies will increase transport utilizing RORO ships for long-distance routes between Kanto and Kansai. This initiative is expected to address the driver shortage and reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by approximately 52% per operation compared to traditional truck transport.

Furthermore, by partnering with Nestle Japan to carry different cargo on the return journey, the companies will minimize empty trips and improve overall logistics efficiency.

Kikkoman Food aims to continue exploring the expansion of target regions and broader logistics collaboration to build a sustainable logistics network.

Transport Start Date: - June 5, 2026 (Friday): Kikkoman Food (Kanto to Kansai) - June 9, 2026 (Tuesday): Nestle Japan (Kansai to Kanto)

Transport Frequency: Once a week (round trip)

Transport Products: - Seasoning products, including 'Kikkoman Koi Dashi Hon-Tsuyu' - Beverage products, including 'Nescafe Gold Blend'

Transport Route: - Outbound: Kikkoman Food N-DC (Nagareyama, Chiba) -> Chiba Port -> Kikkoman Food Takasago DC (Takasago, Hyogo) - Return: Nestle Japan Himeji Factory (Himeji, Hyogo) -> Sakai Senboku Port -> Nestle Japan Noda Logistics Center (Noda, Chiba) Note: Trucks are used for land transport between logistics hubs/factories and ports.

Logistics Partner: Yusen Logistics Co., Ltd. will manage the entire transport process.

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FAQ

What is the collaboration between Kikkoman Foods and Nestle Japan about?

Starting June 5, 2026, Kikkoman Foods and Nestle Japan will initiate a 'Round Transport' using RORO ships for transportation between Kanto and Kansai. Kikkoman Foods' products will be transported on the outbound journey, and Nestle Japan's products on the return journey, reducing empty loads and improving transport efficiency.

What is the CO₂ reduction effect of introducing this sea transport?

Compared to traditional truck transport, it is expected to reduce CO₂ emissions by approximately 52% per trip.

What is the transport frequency and what products will be transported?

The transport frequency is once a week (round trip). Kikkoman Foods will transport seasoning products (such as 'Kikkoman Concentrated Dashi Hon-Tsuyu'), and Nestle Japan will transport beverage products (such as 'Nescafe Gold Blend').

Why is sea transport (modal shift) being promoted?

To address the challenge of driver shortages in the logistics industry and to ensure stable product delivery in the future, diversification of transport methods and reduction of environmental impact (modal shift) are essential.

Who will arrange the logistics?

Nippon Yusen Logistics Co., Ltd. will arrange the entire transport process.

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