From 100 meals to tens of thousands of meals. An OEM system that can scale with your growth.
Prototype and small-lot production available / Fully equipped mass production line / One-stop service for product development and manufacturing
You can instantly find out the estimated manufacturing cost for the product you want to make.
We've heard many people say, "We wanted to order OEM products, but the minimum order quantity was too large, so we gave up."
Curious Central Kitchen is a food OEM company that can handle everything from prototype and small-lot production in units of 100 servings to full-scale mass production.
We provide a one-stop service, from product development support to manufacturing, quality control, labeling, and delivery, primarily for retort and frozen foods.
We design flexible manufacturing systems tailored to your business phase, from small-batch production (100 servings or more) for market testing to mass production systems for thousands or tens of thousands of servings.
We have the capacity to accommodate both requests, whether you want to "try it out in small batches" or "manufacture with mass production in mind."
Three strengths
Manufacturing flexibility
From 100 servings to tens of thousands, we build our manufacturing system to match your business phase. We provide consistent support from 100 servings for market testing to full-scale mass production. We are flexible in responding to taste adjustments and specification changes after prototyping, and we can scale up gradually while monitoring the response. We have a system in place that allows for a smooth transition from small batches to mass production without changing manufacturers midway through.
Product development support capabilities
Our team of chefs, skilled in both Japanese and Western cuisine, collaborates with food processing specialists to provide support from recipe design and ingredient selection to flavor optimization. We have established a system that enables even businesses without cooking experience to commercialize their original food products.
One-stop service
We handle everything from planning to manufacturing and delivery in-house. We offer comprehensive support, including not only planning, prototyping, and manufacturing, but also package design, labeling, bacterial testing, and delivery system setup. Unlike typical OEM companies that only handle manufacturing, we provide total support for all processes necessary for commercialization.
You can find out the estimated manufacturing cost of the product you want to make right away.
For those who are "not yet at the inquiry stage" or "have an idea but just want to know the price range first," simply enter the product you want to create, and our AI will provide a free assessment of the estimated manufacturing cost and potential sales methods.
Reference unit price that can be achieved
You can find out the target unit price for your desired quantity and for mass production.
Recommended sales channels
We will suggest suitable sales methods for your product, along with the reasons behind them.
Projected annual sales after expanding sales channels
You can see the estimated annual sales for each stage, from test marketing to expanding sales channels nationwide.
Our diagnostic services cover frozen bento boxes, frozen foods, retort pouches, and human-grade pet food. We welcome customers who only wish to receive a diagnosis.
MANUFACTURING FLOW
A manufacturing system that can scale according to the business phase.
Curious Central Kitchen has established a system that allows for gradual scaling according to the scale of the business, from small-batch production during the market testing phase to full-scale mass production.
Prototyping and product design
We design recipes, adjust flavors, and create actual product samples. We flexibly adjust flavors, ingredients, and specifications with market testing and improvement in mind.
Manufacturing/quality control
Based on the finalized specifications, we handle everything from small batches to mass production. We provide a consistent manufacturing system that includes quality control, labeling, and inspection .
Packaging and delivery
We package the finished products in a manner appropriate to their intended use and deliver them to the designated location . We also support regular manufacturing and the establishment of systems for stable supply.
Sales launch and scaling up
We provide ongoing support, including additional manufacturing and specification changes, even after market launch. We also respond flexibly to increased production after sales , depending on the situation.
■ Supported product categories
At Curious Central Kitchen, we focus on ready-to-eat and frozen foods.
We handle product development and manufacturing across a wide range of genres.
Retort-pouch products
Products that can be distributed at room temperature, such as curry, soup, and stews.
This is a category that is easy to develop through e-commerce, in-store sales, and as private label products.
Frozen foods
We offer a wide range of products, including prepared foods, main dishes, and items for bento boxes.
It is being used as a sales booster product and a subscription-based product for restaurants.
Frozen meals
For commercializing original store products and developing regional brand products.
It is also suitable for test sales starting with small batches.
Private-label and custom-manufactured products (OEM)
We offer product design services for expanding existing brands and launching new businesses. We can handle everything from concept design to packaging proposals.
Prepared foods and side dishes
We offer convenient, nutritionally balanced bento boxes that can be heated in the microwave. Personal delivery services are also available.
Human-Grade Pet Food
We use "human-grade" to describe pet food whose ingredient handling, manufacturing, packaging, storage, and transportation are guided by standards applicable to human food.
※The detailed requirements for using a human-grade claim vary depending on the product and the country in which it will be sold. Please contact us for guidance specific to your product and destination market.
PRODUCT LAUNCH SUPPORT
We will resolve all your concerns about commercialization within a single company.
"I want to create a product, but I don't know where to start."
"There are far more processes involved than you might imagine."
"I'm worried about stumbling over the signs and inspections."
The commercialization of food products involves not only manufacturing but also many specialized processes such as cost design, specification determination, label creation, bacterial testing, and packaging design. Curious Central Kitchen has established a system to handle all of these processes in-house, rather than through division of labor.
We provide total support for all processes necessary for commercialization.
We provide support with a view to ensuring the product becomes marketable and successful.
[As a supportive OEM partner]
Because we make adjustments from the pricing stage and proceed to prototyping only after the marketable specifications are finalized, we can create a design with minimal setbacks.
This eliminates the need for cumbersome coordination across multiple vendors, allowing businesses to focus on their sales strategies.
What sets us apart from other companies? ~Our support system for product development~
■ Reliability guaranteed by expert supervision
~Initiatives that add value to the brand~
Upon request, we can also introduce a system of supervision by a university associate professor.
By incorporating the perspective of experts,
Benefits such as improved product reliability, strengthened brand value, and the addition of differentiating factors can be expected.
■ C.Q.P.（Chef Quality Product）
~Transforming original products into "restaurant-quality taste"~
At Curious Central Kitchen,
Combining the chef's skills with the know-how of food processing
We have adopted the concept of CQP (Chef Quality Product).
We enhance the value of our original products by achieving both restaurant-quality flavor and consistent quality as a food manufacturer.
FAQ
FAQ
CONTACT US
Please feel free to contact us first.
"We want to try it out in small batches first."
"I'd like to discuss this with the intention of mass production."
"I want to know how to proceed with commercialization."
You can consult with us at any stage. At Curious Central Kitchen, we will propose the optimal manufacturing system according to your business phase and needs.
Why not start by consulting with us even at the pre-planning stage, when the recipe and lot size are still undecided?
For specific inquiries, please contact us using the form below.
If you'd like to check the estimated manufacturing cost beforehand, you can use our free AI diagnostic service. Simply enter the product you want to make, and the results will be displayed immediately.
We accept small-lot OEM orders for retort and frozen foods starting from 100 servings.
Responding to requests like, "We want to order OEM products, but the lot size is too large,"
Our company also operates restaurants, and we wanted to create our own original curry, but the minimum order quantities we were given were 3,000 or 5,000 units, so we had no choice but to give up. We have heard from many other business owners who are facing the same problem.
A system that supports your challenge, allowing you to start with small lots of 100 units.
Inspired by the COVID-19 pandemic and the desire to "turn a crisis into an opportunity," we established our own factory. To eliminate the barrier of minimum order quantities and support new challenges, we have made it possible to manufacture from a minimum order of 100 lots.
From small batches (100 meals) to large batches (tens of thousands of meals)
From small batches (100 meals) to large batches (tens of thousands of meals)
During the launch phase of a new product, market testing can be conducted with small batches, allowing for a smooth transition to mass production based on the subsequent market response.
We offer flexible pricing and terms for both OEM and private label products.
We can smoothly handle taste adjustments and specification changes after prototyping. By establishing a regular production schedule, we can also accommodate stable supply contracts.
Even with zero knowledge or experience, you can create your own original food products.
There are many hurdles to overcome when creating our own products, beyond just cooking.
Many processes are required to commercialize food products, including bag and box specifications, barcodes, and bacterial testing. Typical OEM companies often only handle manufacturing, leaving the rest to be handled in-house, which is time-consuming and labor-intensive.
We provide comprehensive support from development to design.
Curious Central Kitchen also operates a design business, providing one-stop service from development to package design. With chefs from various genres on staff, even businesses without cooking experience can create original food products.
With CQP (Chef Quality Product), we are committed to quality.
A team of experienced chefs provides consistent support.
At Curious Central Kitchen, expert chefs with over 15 years of experience in both Japanese and Western cuisine collaborate with food processing specialists. They handle everything from initial consultations to prototyping and manufacturing.
High-value private-label food products that focus on ingredients and techniques.
We manufacture unique private label products that deliver the "joy of food" through development that makes no compromises on even the smallest details, such as raw materials, cooking processes, nutritional balance, and the absence of additives.
We have received positive feedback from the food and beverage industry, agriculture, education, and other sectors.
A wide range of businesses, from restaurants to farmers, are taking on the challenge of commercializing their products.
There is a growing trend of restaurants wanting to share their signature dishes with more people, as well as farmers aiming for value-added processing, among others, to engage in food manufacturing.
Food development is expanding to include creating commemorative items and business transformation.
More and more companies are developing their own products as souvenirs for club activities, to create lasting memories, and even as a way to expand their business or take on new challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. We are now in an era where people are "making their own" ready-to-eat and frozen foods.
Would you like to have a university associate professor "supervise" your product?
Expert supervision further enhances reliability and quality.
At Curious Central Kitchen, we have secured "supervision" from a university associate professor through our own unique channels. By incorporating an expert perspective, we further enhance the reliability of our quality.
Creating unique products that set you apart from the competition.
Introducing a supervisory service not only meets customer expectations but also differentiates you from competitors. Please feel free to contact us for a consultation regarding our "supervision" service, which combines trust and peace of mind.
