Kohodo
https://www.drinkkohodo.com/- Exports from Japan
- Booth number S2-J36-10
- Japan exhibitors
- Exportable
- Co-exhibitor
- Organizer : The Tokyo Chamber of Commerce and Industry

KOHODO is a craft ginger ale and ginger syrup specialist brand, built around premium Japanese ginger. Designed for fine-dining pairings, our products focus on aroma, finish, and balanced intensity—offering a non-alcoholic drink that can stand as the main choice at the table. We are served at 24 Michelin-listed restaurants in Japan, including 10 Michelin-starred venues. At our booth, we will showcase four core variants (Sweet / Spicy / Extra Spicy / Crisp) as well as a low-sugar RTD ginger ale developed for overseas markets (≤5g sugar per 100ml), along with other use-case-based lineups. We offer proposals for retail and gifting, foodservice concentrate programs for restaurants and hotels, and OEM / private label development. From ingredient sourcing and production design to packaging and labeling, we support partners end-to-end, including small-batch launches. Join us for a tasting and experience the layered ginger flavor, crisp citrus lift, and depth of botanicals.
| Country / Region | JAPAN |
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| Exhibited products | KOHODO Craft Ginger Ale (RTD), Craft Ginger Ale (Sweet / Spicy / Extra Spicyy / Crisp), Premium Ginger Syrup (Concentrate), Ginger Syrup for Foodservice (720ml / 1L), Japanese Ginger Syrup, Lemon-based Sparkling Drink, Yuzu Ginger Drink, Spiced Ginger Drink, Non-alcoholic Sparkling Beverage, Craft Soda, Gift-ready Ginger Syrup, Foodservice Non-alcoholic Beverage, OEM / Private Label (Ginger Syrup / Ginger Drink) |
Exhibit Product
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Ginger Ale (Spicy / Crisp)
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Target Sector
For international fine-dining restaurants, hotels, bars, and cafés looking to expand their non-alcoholic pairing options. Not as a substitute for wine, but as a 0% beverage designed to complement cuisine—ideal for chefs, sommeliers, and bartenders who want aroma and heat to add definition to a course. Also suitable for importers and specialty retailers in the premium non-alcoholic segment, as well as consumers seeking an elevated sparkling drink for home dining or gifting.
Spicy: Balanced aroma and crisp finish for food pairing
Crisp: Light, low-sugar profile for a clean palate reset -
Usage Scenes(Usage/Recipies)
Serve well chilled, straight—ideally in a wine glass without ice. Perfect as an aperitif, welcome drink, or mid-course palate cleanser, and for curated non-alcoholic pairing menus where guests can switch styles by dish. In bars, it also works as a mocktail base or as a mixer with spirits such as gin or whisky. The half-bottle format is easy to finish for 1–2 guests, and practical for tasting flights, pairing courses, hotel minibars, and gifting.
Spicy: Versatile from starters to mains; also pairs well with meat and richer dishes
Crisp: Best with seafood, vegetables, and herb-forward dishes; ideal as a meal-time reset -
Specialities,Sales point
Crafted with Kochi ginger at the core, refined with citrus for clarity, and layered with spices to create a ginger ale designed specifically for food pairing. While 0% ABV, it delivers a vivid aromatic lift and a lingering finish that stands as part of the dining experience. It has been adopted by 24 Michelin-listed restaurants (including 10 Michelin-starred), with strong traction in fine dining. For overseas markets, we offer two lower-sugar profiles—Spicy and Crisp. The half-bottle format is easy to serve and manage in inventory, making it ideal for pairing programs, hotel minibars, and premium gifting.
Spicy: Reduced sweetness with a crisp finish and balanced spice; highly versatile for meals.
Crisp: Even lighter and cleaner. ≤5 g sugar per 100 ml, aligned with Singapore Nutri-Grade B. A low-sugar profile with a clean citrus finish—ideal for palate resetting during a meal.
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Target Sector
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Ginger Ale (Sweet / Spicy / Extra Spicy / Crisp)
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Target Sector
For food and beverage professionals—restaurants, hotels, bars, and cafés—who want to expand their non-alcoholic offerings. Not as a substitute for wine, but as a 0% pairing that complements cuisine, for chefs, sommeliers, and bartenders. Also for home dining, and for those seeking a premium sparkling drink as a distinctive gift.
Sweet: Bright, elegant sweetness; easy to enjoy even for first-time drinkers
Spicy: Balanced and meal-friendly
Extra Spicy: Strong definition even in small amounts; suitable for professional use
Crisp: Light and low-sugar; ideal as a palate reset during a meal -
Usage Scenes(Usage/Recipies)
Serve well chilled, straight—ideally in a wine glass without ice. Perfect as an aperitif, welcome drink, or mid-course palate cleanser. In bars, use as a mocktail base or as a mixer with spirits.
Sweet: Enjoy on its own / around dessert / with lightly spiced dishes
Spicy: Versatile from appetizers to main courses / cocktail base
Extra Spicy: With meat or rich, fatty dishes / mixed with gin or whisky
Crisp: With seafood, vegetables, and herb-forward dishes / as a meal-time reset -
Specialities,Sales point
Designed with ginger aroma and heat at the core, balanced through sweetness, acidity, and spices to create a ginger ale made for food pairing. A 0% option chosen as part of the dining experience—even for those who do not drink alcohol. Adopted by 24 Michelin-listed restaurants (including 10 Michelin-starred), and offered in four profiles to match serving moments (before / during / after a meal) and a wide range of dishes.
Sweet: Generous sweetness with vibrant ginger aroma; gentle and elegant on the palate
Spicy: Reduced sweetness with a clean finish and balanced spice; highly versatile
Extra Spicy: Maximized heat and lingering finish; crisp definition even in small amounts—ideal for professional use
Crisp: Light and low-sugar, with a clean citrus finish
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Target Sector
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Ginger Ale ROKO
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Target Sector
For fine-dining restaurants, luxury hotels, and high-end bars looking for a 0% pairing that highlights pure ingredients and aromatic clarity. Designed for chefs, sommeliers, and bartenders who want a non-alcoholic beverage that can elevate a course with transparency and precision. Also for those seeking an exceptional, seasonal sparkling drink for celebrations, gifting, and memorable occasions.
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Usage Scenes(Usage/Recipies)
Serve well chilled, straight—ideally in a wine glass without ice. Perfect as an aperitif, welcome drink, or a non-alcoholic pairing for delicate early-to-mid courses. Especially suited to seafood, white meat, herb-forward dishes, and citrus-accented plates. Also works as a bar signature where aroma is the main focus.
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Specialities,Sales point
ROKO is KOHODO’s top-tier line—a luxurious, minimalist ginger ale made with only three ingredients: Japanese fresh young ginger, green lemon, and Wasanbon sugar. The vivid, fresh top note of young ginger is shaped by the green, bright citrus nuance of green lemon, while Wasanbon provides a clean, elegant sweetness that carries the finish. Because it is crafted only when these seasonal ingredients are at their peak, ROKO is a limited seasonal release, produced exclusively during the harvest season of Japanese young ginger and green lemon. A 0% bottle designed to elevate the dining experience through pure aroma and a graceful finish.
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Target Sector
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Ginger Ale YAKO
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Target Sector
For fine-dining restaurants, luxury hotels, and high-end bars seeking a 0% beverage that can stand as part of the dining experience. Ideal for chefs, sommeliers, and bartenders who want a non-alcoholic pairing with depth, aroma, and a lingering finish—especially for guests who do not drink alcohol. Also suited for consumers looking for a refined sparkling drink for an elevated evening at home or as a premium gift.
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Usage Scenes(Usage/Recipies)
Serve well chilled, straight—ideally in a wine glass without ice. Best as an aperitif or welcome drink, and particularly suited to later courses where aroma and finish matter. Pairs well with roasted and savory dishes, spice-forward cuisine, citrus-accented plates, and also around dessert. In bars, it can be offered as a non-alcoholic signature or used as a mixer with spirits such as gin or whisky.
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Specialities,Sales point
Built on the elegant sweetness of Wasanbon sugar, YAKO blends two differently processed gingers—slow-simmered ginger for depth and fresh-processed ginger for lift—creating both an expressive top note and a long, layered finish. Finished with yuzu juice for clarity and definition, it is a quietly aromatic 0% ginger ale designed for the evening table. A refined non-alcoholic pairing that complements cuisine without overpowering it.
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Target Sector
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Ginger Syrup (Sweet / Spicy / Extra Spicy)
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Target Sector
For food and beverage professionals—restaurants, hotels, bars, and cafés—who want to expand their non-alcoholic offerings. Ideal for chefs and bartenders who want to add an accent of aroma and heat to food pairings. Also for home use: for those who want to elevate everyday drinks (with soda water, hot water, or tea) and for gifting as a premium go-to souvenir.
Sweet: Easy to enjoy, approachable for everyone
Spicy: Balanced; works well with meals and cocktails
Extra Spicy: Bold definition with a small amount; suitable for professional use -
Usage Scenes(Usage/Recipies)
Primarily diluted with still water or soda water to make ginger ale. Also great with hot water for hot ginger, with black tea for a tea-ginger drink, and with milk for a chai-like style. In bars, use as a mixer/syrup for Moscow Mule, gin soda, and highballs. In cooking, use in dressings, as a hidden flavor for teriyaki or braises, and in desserts (ice cream, yogurt, pancakes).
Sweet: Best for soda mixes / hot drinks / desserts
Spicy: Best for meal-time soda mixes / cocktail base
Extra Spicy: Best with spirits for a crisp finish / also for meat sauces -
Specialities,Sales point
A concentrated ginger syrup with ginger as the star, its profile refined with sugar and citrus and layered with multiple spices for depth. It has been adopted by 24 Michelin-listed restaurants (including 10 Michelin-starred), delivering vivid aroma and heat even in small amounts. Versatile across serves—from non-alcoholic drinks to cocktails—depending on dilution. (Guideline: about 25–30 ml per serving, diluted approximately 1:6.)
Sweet: A generous, rounded sweetness with a pronounced ginger aroma and a gentle mouthfeel.
Spicy: Reduced sweetness with a clean finish and balanced spice—highly versatile.
Extra Spicy: Maximized ginger heat and lingering finish; strong definition even in small amounts—ideal for professional bar and restaurant use.
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Target Sector