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Activity Report: December 2025
As we bring the year to a close, we would like to express our sincere gratitude to everyone who supported the activities of Japan Harvest throughout December.Over the past year, our food rescue efforts have steadily expanded beyond local communities, reaching across regions in Japan and extending internationally.In December, in addition to the support of companies, hotels, local governments, and farmers, we were honored to form new international connections—particularly with partners from Italy.With contributions including food donations from the restaurant at the Italian Pavilion of the Osaka–Kansai Expo, December became a month in which actions to prevent food waste were directly transformed into meaningful food support through collaboration with diverse partners.📦 Food Collected (December 1–31, 2025)In December, we received a total of 4,972 kg of food.We extend our heartfelt thanks to all contributors who supported our work during this busy year-end season.Halows Supermarket: 1,548 kgKoeido (Confectionery): 331 kgKurashiki Kokusai Hotel: 80 kgYamazaki Baking: 52 kgANA Crowne Plaza Okayama: 4 kgANA Crowne Plaza Hiroshima: 8 kgFresta: 6 kgFamilyMart “Famima Food Drive”: 84 kgRyobi Platz: 107 kgTeika Corporation: 137 kgOte Manju Confectionery: 15 kgChugoku Regional Agricultural Administration Office: 54 kgJapan Emergency Food Promotion Organization: 225 kgKibun West Japan: 125 kgLocal Egg Farmers: 31 kgOsaka–Kansai Expo, Italian Pavilion Restaurant “Eataly”: 2,000 kgOthers: 179 kg👨👩👧👦 Food Support Recipients51 partner locations + 170 individual households3,535 people + 170 households supportedIn December, food was delivered through 51 locations across six regions—Kyoto, Osaka, Hyogo, Okayama, Kagawa, and Hiroshima—reaching a total of 3,535 people.In addition to facility-based support, we also provided direct assistance to 170 households, including:Families with children and elderly individuals living alone, supported through local community organizationsOngoing support for households in Mabi District, Kurashiki City, affected by the 2018 West Japan Floods📍 Breakdown of Support LocationsOkayama PrefectureChildren’s Shelters (2 locations)Hope CenterChildren’s Welfare Institutions (4)Municipal Government Offices (4)Community Refrigerators (3)Children’s Cafeterias (13)Children’s safe spacesYouth support homesSenior community salonsMigrant support organizationsGroup homes for people with disabilitiesHomeless support organizationsDisability support facilitiesEmployment support centers for people with disabilities (4)Kibi International UniversityKagawa PrefectureChildren’s Welfare InstitutionSupport organizationHiroshima PrefectureChildren’s CafeteriasSingle-parent family support organizationsLivelihood support organizationsChildren’s Welfare InstitutionHyogo PrefectureChildren’s CafeteriasKyoto PrefectureChildren’s Cafeterias (4 locations)Osaka PrefectureCommunity Fridges🍎 Oishii Okayama Eco KitchenCooking Together, Sharing the Same Table“Oishii Okayama Eco Kitchen” is an initiative that uses surplus agricultural products to create opportunities for people to cook together and share meals at children’s cafeterias and disability support facilities.In December, activities were held at two children’s cafeterias and disability support facilities, with 169 participantssharing time spent “cooking together and eating together.”Participants shared comments such as:“Cooking together naturally led to conversation.”“Simply eating together made us feel at ease.”Japan Harvest values food as a means of bringing people closer together, and we continue to contribute to community-building through shared meals.🌱 December: When Food Connects Borders and CommunitiesIn December, we received 2 tons of organic wheat flour from the restaurant at the Italian Pavilion of the Osaka–Kansai Expo.As a result, the total amount of food received through Expo-related partnerships reached 6 tons from 9 countries.Ingredients from Italy were delivered to children in Kyoto, Osaka, Hyogo, Okayama, and Hiroshima.Just before Christmas, these ingredients became part of joyful scenes across communities:Baking cakes togetherLocal high school students preparing cookies and delivering them to childrenSurplus food turned into moments of celebration and warmth.Creating someone’s special day from food that might otherwise be wasted—that is the food rescue we strive for.On December 22, we also donated more than 170 kg of food, including Indian rice and seasonings received from various Expo pavilions, to international students from Sri Lanka, Myanmar, and other Asian countries studying at Kibi International University.We hope these ingredients allowed them to enjoy a sense of home during the Christmas and year-end season.💬 Final MessageEven at the end of the year, there are children, families, and elderly people who continue to need support.If you have unused food at home or within your organization, please remember:That food may become someone’s strength to live through today.To eat is to live.And to share food is to share care.As we move into 2026, we look forward to continuing to build a society where kindness circulates—together with you.Thank you for your continued support and participation in Japan Harvest.
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Osaka, Kansai Expo: 2 Tonnes of Flour Received from the Italian Pavilion
JapanHarvest has received approximately two tonnes of organically grown wheat flour from the restaurant of the Italian Pavilion as part of its food loss reduction and food assistance activities at the Osaka, Kansai Expo.This marks the ninth country from which JapanHarvest has received surplus food from pavilion operations since the beginning of December.Transportation of the donated flour was carried out using a Toyota HiAce (maximum payload: 1.2 tonnes) generously provided by InterContinental Hotels Group.This support enabled safe and efficient logistics, demonstrating how practical corporate contributions can directly strengthen on-the-ground social impact.The donated organic flour was distributed to food support organizations, children’s kitchens, welfare facilities, and community-based assistance groups across Kyoto, Osaka, Hyogo, and Okayama.In the lead-up to the Christmas season, the flour has been actively used for baking activities such as cookies and cakes at children’s kitchens and community events. These initiatives provide children with meaningful food-related experiences while also fostering stronger local connections.In Hyogo Prefecture, a particularly notable initiative has emerged in which local high school students used the donated flour to bake sweets and deliver them to elderly care facilities and children’s kitchens, creating a cycle of intergenerational community support.Food loss reduction and food assistance go beyond simply reducing waste or distributing supplies. They have the power to inspire hope, create positive experiences, and encourage forward-looking attitudes among recipients.JapanHarvest promotes effective solutions to social challenges by fostering equal partnerships between companies, non-profit organizations, and local communities, in alignment with SDG Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals.JapanHarvest will continue to expand collaboration with companies and organizations both in Japan and internationally, further strengthening the network for food loss reduction and food assistance.
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Activity Report: November 2025
Thank you for your continued support of JapanHarvest.Our Food Rescue activities are expanding steadily across regions, thanks to the heartfelt support of individuals, companies, hotels, farmers, local governments, and even professional sports teams.In November, we were able to deliver food assistance to people in need across multiple communities through a wide range of partnerships.📦 Food Collected (November 1–30, 2025)We received a total of 2,563 kg of food donations in November.We extend our sincere gratitude to the individuals, companies, and organizations listed below:Halows Supermarket: 1,594kgKoeido (Confectionery): 329kgKurashiki Kokusai Hotel: 91kgYamazaki Baking: 54kgANA Crowne Plaza Okayama: 5kgANA Crowne Plaza Hiroshima: 9kgFresta: 11kgFamilyMart “Famima Food Drive”: 82kgRyobi Platz: 92kgDenon Engineering: 142kgOte Manju Confectionery: 9kgOkayama Prefectural Government: 16kgJapan Emergency Food Promotion Organization: 22kgHiroshima Dragonflies × Famima Food Drive: 6kgLocal egg farms and produce markets: 32kgCommunity-based food drives: 28kgOthers: 44kg👨👩👧👦 Food Support Recipients34 partner facilities + 164 individual households supported4,026 people + 164 households reached through food assistanceIn November, we delivered food to 34 facilities across Okayama, Kagawa, Hiroshima, and Hyogo prefectures, reaching 4,026 individuals.In addition, we provided direct assistance to 164 households, including:Families with children and elderly individuals living alone, referred through local support organizationsHouseholds in Kurashiki’s Mabi District still recovering from the 2018 West Japan Floods📍 Breakdown of Support Locations:[Okayama Prefecture]Children’s ShelterHope Center4 Children’s Welfare Institutions5 Municipal Government Offices3 Community Refrigerators4 Children’s CafeteriasSafe spaces and shelters for childrenSupport homes for youthSenior social salonsMigrant support groupsGroup homes for individuals with disabilitiesDisability support centers4 Employment support centers for individuals with disabilities[Kagawa Prefecture]Children’s HomeLocal support organization[Hiroshima Prefecture]Children’s CafeteriaSingle-parent family supportLivelihood support organization[Hyogo Prefecture]Children’s Cafeteria🍎 Okayama Eco Kitchen – Cooking and Connecting Through Food“Oishii Okayama Eco Kitchen” is a local initiative where rescued agricultural products are used to prepare warm meals in children’s cafeterias and care facilities.In November:52 people joined group cooking at 2 children’s cafeterias218 people shared meals at 4 facilities supporting individuals with disabilitiesThese shared meals are more than just nourishment — they foster moments of warmth and human connection.Cooking together becomes an opportunity to create community.JapanHarvest values these moments and is committed to building stronger local ties through the power of food and shared experiences.🌱 Food as a Bridge for ConnectionThis month, we saw new collaborations not only with companies and municipalities, but also with professional sports teams.In the journey from "surplus food" to "smiles at the table", food proves itself not just as a resource — but as a powerful catalyst for connection.JapanHarvest will continue to serve as a local safety net while deepening partnerships that connect food, community, and dignity.💬 Final WordsEven now, many children, families, and elderly individuals are struggling to access food.If you have unused food at home or in your company, please remember:That food might become someone’s strength to live today."To eat is to live."Let us work together to expand this circle of kindness through food.Thank you again for supporting JapanHarvest and joining our mission.
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🏀Hiroshima Dragonflies × FamilyMart — "Famima Food Drive" at B.League Game Sends Food to JapanHarvest —
At a recent B.League basketball match, Hiroshima Dragonflies and FamilyMart collaborated to host a “Famima Food Drive” at the game venue.The donated food items from supportive fans were delivered to JapanHarvest, where they were distributed to families and children in need across the region.🤝 Partnership in Action: Sports × Community × Food RescueThis initiative demonstrates the power of collaboration between sports teams, businesses, and nonprofit organizations.Every food item brought by the fans was more than just a donation — it was an expression of care, of solidarity, and of shared purpose.The event embodied the spirit of SDGs Goal 17: “Partnerships for the Goals”, and echoed the global commitment to “Leave No One Behind.”📦 About the InitiativeEvent Date: During a Hiroshima Dragonflies home gameVenue: Special booth inside the game arenaOrganizers: FamilyMart / Hiroshima DragonfliesActivity: Collection of non-perishable food items from spectatorsRecipient Organization: NPO JapanHarvestUse of Donations: Distributed to children’s cafeterias, single-parent families, and vulnerable households through our network📣 An Invitation to Other Companies and TeamsAt JapanHarvest, we are actively looking to partner with other companies, sports teams, and organizations who share our vision.If your organization is exploring ways to:Host a food drive at your store or event,Engage your community through CSR or SDGs-aligned actions, orTurn surplus food into direct community support —We would love to co-create an impactful initiative with you.Together, we can do what one group alone cannot.💬 Final MessageEach donated item carried the warmth and hope of every Hiroshima Dragonflies booster who participated.That love now lives on at someone’s dinner table — as comfort, as connection, and as a reminder:You are not alone.We invite you to stay connected with JapanHarvest as we continue building a circle of kindness through food.
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Activity Report – October 2025
A message of gratitude – your support delivers hope through food.Thank you always for your generous support of JapanHarvest.In October, thanks to a large-scale food donation from the Osaka-Kansai Expo’s 8 country pavilions and many partners, we achieved our largest monthly food collection to date.📦 Food Collected in October 2025The total food collected this month was 6,353 kg. We sincerely thank the following partners and contributors:Halows Supermarket: 1,524kgKoeido (Confectionery): 405kgYamazaki Baking: 52kgJapan Emergency Food Promotion Org.: 36kgLocal Farmers: 32kgKurashiki Kokusai Hotel: 89kgANA Crowne Plaza Okayama: 5kgANA Crowne Plaza Hiroshima: 9kgRyobi Platz: 34kgMaruwa Fish Farm: 7kgSingle O (Coffee Roaster): 30kgFamilyMart Food Drive Okayama: 28kgFamilyMart Food Drive Hiroshima: 55kgFresta: 4kgOsaka Expo 8 Nations Pavilion: 4,000kgOthers: 43kg👨👩👧👦 Food Recipients (43 locations / 4,893 people)In October, we delivered food support to 43 locations, reaching 4,893 people.Our support areas expanded beyond Okayama, Kagawa, and Hiroshima to include Hyogo and Osaka.We also provided individual food support to 226 households, including survivors of the 2018 Western Japan Floods.Breakdown by Region:OkayamaChildren’s ShelterHope Center4 Children's Homes5 Government Facilities4 Public Fridges5 Children’s CafeteriasSupport Centers for Youth & ParentsElderly Support SalonMigrant Support Group6 Disability Facilities3 Work Support Facilities for People with DisabilitiesKagawaChildren’s HomeIndependent Living Support HomeHiroshimaSingle-parent Family SupportChildren’s CafeteriaLivelihood Support GroupHyogoPublic FridgeChildren’s CafeteriaOsakaPublic Fridge🌍 From Expo to Local Communities: Global Food Rescue in ActionThe collaboration with the Osaka-Kansai Expo marked a symbolic milestone in our mission to reduce food loss.Transforming surplus food from international venues into relief for local families demonstrates the power of global food rescue.💬 Final MessageEvery donation leads to someone’s comfort, someone’s relief.If you have unused or surplus food at home or in your business, please consider supporting JapanHarvest.Let’s create a cycle of kindness—together.
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Meet our JapanHarvest Family
Through food, my goal is to bring joy and prosperity to our country.
Kenichi NaritaFounder & CEO
Learning the value of food through giving and receiving, I'll keep delivering with love and joy!
Yasufumi MaedaDirector
I'll work hard behind the scenes to support the activities, ensuring that all staff and volunteers can shine on the main stage!
Ryo TakahiraDirector
Learning from our work, we've seen how food waste from businesses can vary day by day. We'll keep going to create a better society by balancing supply and demand.
Tetsuya MorikawaDriver
I have found a sense of purpose in helping others, and I am filled with gratitude every day.
Kyoko Tsuyuno Driver
We're thankful to the food donors, receiving facilities, and dedicated staff and volunteers. Gratitude drives Japan Harvest's mission.
Fumie NaritaAdministrative and accountant
This initiative gains support as more businesses join. With less waste, even the food seems happier. Waste is truly treasure. Here's to more support in the future.
Michiko MaejimaStaff
Through this activity, I aim to make food waste more relatable and continue to support many people, creating a joyful and compassionate community.
Yuka NakanishiVolunteer
I read picture books and fairy tales to children to inspire them with dreams and hopes. I also occasionally perform on stage. I am honored to have the opportunity to assist.
Takahisa KusanoVolunteer
There are people who can't eat, and yet food is being wasted.
We're helping to fix both problems at once — and every step brings hope!
Ai YokotaVolunteer
