to the left : Representative Director, Cool-Japan Co., Ltd. Hiroyuki Kakinuma to the right : Vice President, Mazzetta Company LLC, Zachary Mazzetta
Cool-Japan Co., Ltd., the company behind "碧寿司 (MIDORI SUSHI)," a frozen sushi product that replicates the taste of freshly made sushi in just 18 minutes using a unique thawingtechnology (patent pending after 3 years of development), has entered into a global agency sales agreement with Mazzetta Company LLC, based in Illinois,USA, effective December 1, 2025.
This partnership aims to deliver the authentic flavors of "和食"(Washoku-Japanese cuisine), a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, globally,embodying the philosophy of "sharing 感動(kando - deep emotion) beyond borders."
Mazzetta Company LLC, with its extensive logistics and sales network across the United States, specializes in the sale and processing of frozen seafood. This agreement allows Cool-Japan Co., Ltd. to distribute "MIDORI SUSHI" to supermarkets, restaurants, and other seafood businesses throughout the U.S., ensuring consistent quality control and comprehensive customer support.
Thecollaboration will focus on expanding sales channels, enhancing productquality, and broadening the product range within the U.S. market. Jointdevelopment of new products tailored to American consumer preferences andshared sales strategies are also planned to introduce new value to the frozensushi category.
Statementsfrom representatives:
Zachary Mazzetta, Vice President, Mazzetta Company LLC:
"Mazzetta Company LLC is delighted to partner with Cool-Japan to bring the true taste ofJapan to the world. This collaboration will combine Japan's traditionalculinary expertise with innovative product development, delivering anexceptional sushi and seafood experience to the market."
Hiroyuki Kakinuma, Representative Director, Cool-Japan Co., Ltd.:
"Cool-Japan Co., Ltd. was established to share Japanese "food" and its culture globally. While awareness of 和食-Washoku is increasing worldwide due to health consciousness and information dissemination, many imitations exist. Our goal is authentic 和食-Washoku that maximizes the natural flavors of ingredients, nourishing both body and mind. This aligns with Mazzetta Company LLC's commitment to "providing premium quality and sustainable seafood tothe world." This partnership strengthens our ability to deliver the rightfood, correctly. We aim to contribute to healthy and fulfilling lives byoffering Japan's safe, high-quality food to customers worldwide. Welook forward to future developments."
Furthermore, Cool-Japan Co., Ltd. Participates in the "GOHAN(ご飯-Rice) Project, "a Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries initiative to discuss strategies for expanding exports of Japanese rice and rice products. During Mr. Zachary Mazzetta's visit to Japan, acourtesy visit was paid to the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries. (at the center : Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Norikazu Suzuki)
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