FOODEX WINE 2027
NEW DISCOVERIES THROUGH WINE
Bringing New Ways to Enjoy
Wine & Sake to the World

FOODEX WINE 2027 presents new pairing experiences
that combine wines, whisky, sake, and other beverages
from around the world with Japan’s unique food culture.

What is FOODEX WINE?

As global wine consumption continues to decline, FOODEX WINE was created to bring fresh energy and new ideas to the industry. Centered around the pairing of wine and Japanese cuisine, the show introduces new combinations of food and beverages while creating business opportunities for producers, importers, distributors, and hospitality professionals. FOODEX WINE also offers visitors the chance to discover emerging wines and brands from around the world that are not yet widely available in the Japanese market.

WINE&SAKE FOOD PAIRING ZONE

Discover New Pairing Experiences
Wine, Sake & Food — Beyond Traditional Pairings

FOODEX WINE 2027 introduces a next-generation pairing zone featuring wines, sake, whisky, and food from around the world. More than just Japanese cuisine, the zone explores unexpected combinations that inspire new drinking occasions, menu ideas, and customer experiences for the restaurant, hotel, retail, and bar industries.

Highlights

• Creative Pairing Ideas Discover pairings that go beyond traditional concepts and categories.
• New Food Experiences Explore combinations across cultures, cuisines, and beverage styles.
• A Zone for New Business Ideas Find pairing concepts that can inspire menu development, product creation, and new business opportunities.
• Designed for Industry Professionals New serving styles and pairing ideas for:
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels
  • Retailers
  • Bars
• Networking & Business Matching A space designed to encourage tasting, conversation, and business discussions between exhibitors and buyers.

Special Pairing Experience

A featured pairing corner supervised by renowned sommelier Shinya Tasaki will showcase:

• Japanese cuisine × Wine
• Western cuisine × Sake

Discover new ways to enjoy food and beverages through unique pairing experiences.

INTERNATIONAL
WINE & WHISKEY ZONE

Discover New Brands for the Japanese Market

Wines and whiskies not yet available in Japan will gather at FOODEX WINE 2027.
This special zone is designed for importers, distributors, retailers, restaurants, and beverage professionals looking to discover new brands and products from around the world.
Exhibitors can showcase their products in the zone free of charge.

Highlights

Exclusive to Non-Imported Brands

Tasting Support by Professional Sommeliers

Market Feedback Opportunities

Business Matching Support

FOODEX WINE / SAKE STAGE
（NEW DISCOVERY STAGE） Special Seminars & Presentations

Discover the Latest Trends in Wine & Sake

FOODEX WINE / SAKE STAGE features seminars, presentations, and tasting sessions led by wine associations, producers, sommeliers, and chefs from around the world.

Programs

• Emerging Wine Regions
• Global Wine & Sake Trends
• Food Pairing Demonstrations
• Guided Tasting Sessions by Sommeliers
• International Market Insights
• Wine & Sake Business Seminars
• Producer Presentations and Brand Stories

…and more.

Admission is also available to FOODEX JAPAN,
one of Asia’s largest international food & beverage trade shows.
(Certain areas are reserved exclusively for wine industry professionals and buyers.)