FOODEX JAPAN 2027
Now Accepting Exhibitor Applications
The World's Next Staple Food — Starts Here
Global food security concerns and the rising cost of rice are reshaping how the world thinks about staple foods. In this environment, "noodles" are attracting unprecedented international attention.
From ramen, udon, and soba — the pillars of Japan's noodle culture — to Asian noodles, pasta, and next-generation alternative noodles, the global noodle market is growing rapidly as a universally accessible staple food.
FOODEX JAPAN 2027 launches a dedicated Noodle Zone as a strategic platform to connect noodle businesses with buyers from around the world.
Market Shifts Behind the New Noodle Zone
- Structural Change in Staple Food
- MarketsRising rice prices and supply instability
- Growing demand for alternative staples
- Increasing shift toward noodles worldwide
- Rapid Growth of the Global Noodle Market
- Global noodle market CAGR: 4.68%
- Rising demand for health-oriented products
- Growing need for efficient noodle solutions
- Why the Noodle Zone Was Created
- To respond to global market changes
- To showcase Japanese noodle culture globally
- To connect suppliers with buyers from 80+ countries
Why Noodles Are a Business Opportunity Right Now
Four major market trends are converging to drive demand across the global noodle industry.
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Global Popularity of Japanese Noodles
Ramen, udon, and soba continue to gain global recognition and export demand.
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Alternative Staple Demand
Rising rice prices are increasing demand for noodles as an affordable and reliable staple.
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Health-Conscious Trends
Gluten-free, low-carb, and plant-based noodles are rapidly growing worldwide.
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Foodservice Efficiency
Quick-cook and convenient noodle products help improve kitchen efficiency and operations.
Expanding Global
Market Data
The global noodle market is in a sustained growth phase.
- Global Instant
Noodle Market - 2024：$48.7B2029：$61.2B (forecast)
- CAGR：4.68%
- Asia-Pacific continues to lead global growth, while demand in North America and Europe is accelerating rapidly.
- Health-Oriented
Noodle Market - 2025：$8.1B2034 ：$18.7B(forecast)
- CAGR：9.73%
- Gluten-free, low-carb, and plant-based noodles are among the fastest-growing categories in the global food market, driven by consumer health consciousness.
4 Reasons to Exhibit in the Noodle Zone
Strategic advantages offered by "NOODLE" at FOODEX JAPAN 2027
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One-Stop Access to
Global Buyers Meet retailers, foodservice operators, wholesalers, and trading companies from Japan and overseas in one place. -
Direct Export Opportunities
Connect directly with buyers from 80+ countries and regions to expand overseas business.
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Product & Brand Exposure
Showcase your products and brand to global food industry professionals and decision-makers.
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Cross-Category Business Opportunities
Connect noodles, ingredients, soups, toppings, and equipment to create broader business proposals.
Who Should Exhibit?
This is an ideal opportunity for companies aiming to expand their sales channels, strengthen exports, propose high value-added products, develop commercial-use products, and propose new staple foods.
- Expand Sales
Channels & Exports - Open new domestic and overseas channels
- Make a full entry into global markets
- Scale up exports of existing products
- Pitch Premium &
High-Value Products - Frozen & convenient ready-to-cook noodles
- Health-oriented & functional noodles
- Premium product lines
- Target Foodservice Operators
- Products for restaurants & chain stores
- Operational efficiency solutions
- Large-format & commercial packaging
- Redefine the Global Staple
- Alternative & functional noodles
- Low-carb & gluten-free formats
- Plant-based protein noodles
Eligible Product Categories
A wide range of products across the noodle supply chain are welcome.
- Noodles
- Fresh, dried & instant noodles
- Ramen, soba, udon
- Pasta & Asian noodles
- Soups & Seasonings
- Broths, tsuyu & sauces
- Condiments & spices
- Toppings & Proteins
- Meat, vegetables & seafood
- All types of topping ingredients
- Frozen & Convenience
- Frozen noodles & retort packs
- Ready-to-cook formats
- Machinery & Equipment
- Noodle-making machines & facilities
- Cooking & kitchen equipment
- Alternative & Functional
- Low-carb & gluten-free noodles
- Plant-based protein noodles
Join the Center of the Global Noodle Business
Noodles are evolving as a Japan-born global food.
Showcase your products at FOODEX JAPAN 2027
and connect with the world's next market.