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SUZUMO'S AFTER REPORT: FOOMA JAPAN 2026

Written by Author | Jul 22, 2026 1:00:01 AM

Please note: This report has been translated from the original Japanese using AI.

FOOMA JAPAN 2026 was held under the theme “The Shift is On.” SUZUMO’s booth at FOOMA JAPAN 2026 featured machines FOR FACTORIES under the theme “シンカ-Shinka-” (True Value, Depth, and Evolution).

The four-day event was filled with excitement, welcoming many visitors not only from within Japan but also from overseas. We are reporting on the stories of on-site problem-solving that garnered particular attention at the venue.

Challenge 1: Creating a new hit menu by leveraging a Continuous Roll Sushi Making Machine.

[Continuous Roll Sushi Machine: SVR-SAE-W50]

Factories today require versatility to handle multiple menu items, rather than being limited to a single application like Roll Sushi.

Q. Is it possible to use the Continuous Roll Sushi Machine to produce other menu items or trending products?

A. By changing the options, it is possible to produce items such as pressed sushi (Oshi-zushi) or the trendy Korean one-hand “rice bars.”

SUZUMO's added value for your needs

  • 01. Meeting Global Food Trends with the ‘Oshi-Sushi Option’ The “Pressed Sushi Option” was particularly well-received by customers from Asian regions such as Thailand and Taiwan at the exhibition.
  • Using this option, we proposed the production of “Rice Bars” (a one-handed rice menu), which are gaining popularity as a health food in South Korea.
  • 02. Drastic reduction in ‘nori and rice waste’ through automatic sensor-based positioning The sensor detects and automatically makes fine adjustments to the position of the nori, significantly reducing food waste caused by molding errors.
  • 03. Change factory layouts yourself! Mobile conveyors with casters The topping conveyors are extendable and equipped with casters. For example, if you want to extend the conveyor to add more ingredients during the Ehomaki season or change the machine orientation, on-site staff can easily move and reconfigure the setup.
  • Even the wiring is as simple as swapping the plug in the outlet.

Visitor Feedback

"I'm really grateful that SUZUMO doesn't just stop at the sale, but continues to look after us and provide new menu suggestions like these rice bars even after purchase."
Rice bars made with the SVR-SAE-W50 (left) and the Machine (right)

Challenge 2: Reduce the time and human resources required for daily disassembly and cleaning.

[Rice Weighing & Multi-shape Serving Machine: ESM-RSD]

Easy cleaning and maintenance designed from a frontline perspective

The benefits of introducing a machine cannot be measured by production capacity alone. The reason SUZUMO is chosen by so many factories also lies in the “ease of cleaning” for frontline staff who perform it every day.

Q. What are the key points for selecting machinery to reduce cleaning costs (time and labor) in a food factory?

A. From a practical, on-site perspective, you should also focus on whether parts can be disassembled without tools, whether the components are designed to a size that minimizes the effort of transporting them to cleaning areas, and whether the shape is easy to wipe clean.

SUZUMO's Solution Approach

  • 01. Tool-free disassembly & components sized to fit standard food crates The design has been updated to allow for easy part removal without the need for tools. Furthermore, components are sized to fit within standard food crates, reducing the number of trips to the cleaning sink and minimizing the risk of dropping parts during transport.
  • 02. Curved design to prevent residue buildup We have eliminated sharp corners inside the machine and replaced them with smooth curves. Since rice grains do not get stuck in the corners, cleaning can be completed with a quick wipe, keeping it hygienic.
  • 03. Low-profile design for easy access By keeping the overall height of the machine low, even shorter staff members can easily reach all parts. This reduces the physical strain during disassembly and cleaning.

[SUZUMO's Unique Strengths]

How are we able to incorporate such detailed improvements? It is because we place the highest value on feedback from the front lines.

Our employees visit our customers' sites directly to carefully collect their raw feedback—the "I wish it were like this" moments—which is precisely why we are able to realize this accumulation of small refinements.

SUZUMO employees walk alongside you.

At SUZUMO's exhibition booths, the sample and product proposal area is always crowded with people.

We often hear from our customers that "SUZUMO is the only company that provides total support, not just by helping us make standard sushi rolls and onigiri, but also by offering specific menu ideas like 'diagonally sliced sushi rolls' and even recommending the right packaging."

If you are struggling with your food business—not just with product specifications, but also with daily operations or ideas for new menu items—please feel free to consult with SUZUMO.

Menu samples proposed at FOOMA JAPAN

Thank you for reading.

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