Kikkoman Holds 35th Anniversary Ceremony in Taiwan
December 1, 2025
Kikkoman Corporation celebrated the 35th anniversary of our operations in Taiwan with a grand commemorative ceremony. In 1990, Kikkoman established President Kikkoman Inc. (hereafter PKI) as a joint venture with Uni-President Enterprises Corp., Taiwan’s largest food company. Since then, by combining Uni-President’s strong distribution network in Taiwan with Kikkoman’s leading soy sauce brewing technology, PKI has steadily expanded its business in the Taiwanese market. The anniversary ceremony was held on November 10, 2025, at the Shangri-La Hotel, Tainan. Approximately 120 guests attended, including representatives from Uni-President, distribution and business partners, and Kazuyuki Katayama, Chief Representative, Taipei Office of the Japan Taiwan Exchange Association.
The event began with a VIP reception, followed by opening remarks from Kikkoman Honorary CEO and Chairman of the Board Yuzaburo Mogi, Uni-President Chairman Chih-Hsien Lo, and guest speaker Mr. Katayama. In his address, Honorary CEO and Chairman of the Board Mr. Mogi reflected on the aspirations of both companies at the time of establishment and their shared commitment to the principle of “Quality First, Customer Satisfaction.” He emphasized the ongoing efforts to provide high-quality, safe, and trustworthy products at fair prices and to develop products that meet consumer needs. He also spoke about the strong support for the Kikkoman brand and Uni-President’s Shiki brand, and reaffirmed our mission to enrich and promote healthy food lifestyles in Taiwan amid growing diversity and health consciousness.
The ceremony featured a special “kagami-biraki” with a digital twist: touching the cask revealed the number “35.” The evening continued with a toast led by Senior Executive Corporate Officer Osamu Mogi and a dinner reception. Entertainment included a violin performance featuring a variety of pieces, including Japanese music, creating a lively and enjoyable atmosphere for all attendees.
Kikkoman will continue to contribute to Taiwan’s food culture through initiatives to promote “Deliciousness and Health,” working in close partnership with Uni-President Enterprises Corp.