Research on Cell-Based “Surimi” (Fish Paste) Enters Next PhaseIntegriCulture, Ichimasa Kamaboko, and Maruha Nichiro Complete “Early-Stage Exploration of Production Technology ” Through Three-Company Collaboration
IntegriCulture Inc., in collaboration with Ichimasa Kamaboko Co., Ltd. and Maruha Nichiro Co., has reached an initial milestone in the joint research and development of the cell-based food “Cellular Surimi.”
We are pleased to announce that the three companies have successfully completed their targeted “Early-Stage Exploration of Production Technology” and are now transitioning to the next stage of development. This achievement marks a significant step toward the practical commercialization of cellular surimi.
This initiative aims to establish a sustainable food system that is not dependent on environmental changes or overfishing. It is positioned as “the first step in building a new food supply chain,”contributing especially to the conservation of marine resources and ensuring a stable protein source (food security) unaffected by international affairs.
Centered around IntegriCulture’s proprietary “CulNet® System” technology, the three companies will collaborate to grow cellular agriculture into a next-generation industry that supports the future of food, aiming for early practical application.
About the Companies
Ichimasa Kamaboko Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture; President & CEO: Masahiro Nozaki)
Established in 1965, Ichimasa Kamaboko is a leader in the Japanese fish paste products industry, committed to creating safe, secure, and delicious products. Guided by its “ICHIMASA 30 Vision,” the company is evolving into a “Food Bio-Company” by exploring new technologies. Through its ESG Management Declaration (2020), Ichimasa Kamaboko is dedicated to contributing to a sustainable society and passing on today’s abundance to future generations.
Maruha Nichiro Corporation (Headquarters: Koto-ku, Tokyo; President & CEO: Masaru Ikemi)
Guided by its mission “to contribute to richer lives and greater happiness through authentic, safe, and healthy food,” Maruha Nichiro has long supported people’s diets and well-being by providing high-quality fish protein.The company also works proactively to address social challenges through its business activities, including the sustainable use of marine resources and the protection of the global environment. To meet the growing global demand for fish, Maruha Nichiro will continue advancing research to deliver sustainable fish protein while minimizing environmental impact.
IntegriCulture Inc. (Headquarters: Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Yuki Hanyu)
IntegriCulture Inc. is a pioneering Japanese company in the cellular agriculture field, developing the proprietary low-cost, large-scale cell culture technology “CulNet® System.” The company aims to provide sustainable protein solutions and establish a new food infrastructure for humanity.
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