News On French Fries and Potato Specialties from Japan

Experience the Best of Frozen Potatoes with Icedream Global at FOODEX JAPAN 2025 – Booth No. E5-L27!
March 12, 2025
IceDream Global Pvt Ltd to Exhibit at FOODEX JAPAN 2025 – Showcasing Premium Frozen Potato Products
Icedream Global Pvt Ltd, a trusted name in the frozen food industry, is all set to showcase its premium range of frozen potato products at FOODEX JAPAN 2025—one of Asia’s biggest food and beverage trade shows.
Burger King Japan is offering dried ramen instead of French fries in its combo meals
May 16, 2022
Burger King Japan is offering dried ramen instead of French fries in its combo meals
In recent months, Japan has been rocked multiple times by a potato shortage. Some might say "rocked" is too strong a word, but how else can one describe the collective simultaneous rumbling of unsatisfied stomachs across the country
McDonald's Japan, Small Fries
December 23, 2021
Only small fries for McDonald's customers in Japan, as floods in Western Canada disrupt supply
Fans of McDonald's Fries in Japan are out of luck next week. The restaurant chain will only offers its small size portions, as flooding in Western Canada and COVID-19 disrupts the global supply chain for 'McDonald's potato'.
KFC Japan runs out of french fries
October 12, 2021
KFC Japan suspends French fry sales as global logistics breaks down
No doubt the mouths of KFC fans were watering as they made their way to the chain’s branches in Japan last weekend. Unfortunately, many of them had to walk away with less than the full fried satisfaction they’d been hoping when they found out KFC ran out of French fries.
New coating on McDonald's fries cartons in Japan likely cause flavour complaints
December 10, 2020
New coating on McDonald's fries cartons in Japan likely cause flavour complaints
In Japan, McDonald's customers complained about a strange flavour and aroma in their medium-sized French fries. The likely culprit: a new coating on the cardboard packets used for their medium-sized fries.
McDonalds Japan added carbonara fries that are inspired by the classic pasta dish
October 30, 2018
McDonalds Japan added carbonara fries that are inspired by the classic pasta dish
McDonald’s Japan added 'carbonara' fries to their menu that are inspired by the classic pasta dish
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Japan’s chicken nugget French fry instant ramen to satisfy all cravings
March 11, 2018
Will Japan’s Chicken Nugget French Fry Instant Ramen Satisfy All Cravings?
Japan's Cup Noodle maker Nissin continues to push the instant ramen envelope in delicious new ways. And now they have waded into PotatoPro territory.
Japanese Fast Food Chain puts French Fry Ice Cream Sundaes on the Menu
January 13, 2018
Japanese Fast Food Chain puts French Fry Ice Cream Sundaes on the Menu
Japanese Fast food chain 'First Kitchen' launch two types of 'Dessert Potato' nationwide. Both dishes start with French fries with a swirl of Hokkaido dairy-sourced vanilla ice cream finished with two types of toppings...
McDonald's Japan offers American Inspired Cheddar Cheese Potato Balls
December 05, 2017
McDonald's Japan offers American Inspired Cheddar Cheese Potato Balls
McDonald's Japan offers American Inspired Cheddar Cheese Potato Balls for a limited time
Starting next week, McDonald’s Japan will offer daigaku imo French fries. Daigaku Imo litterally means “college potato”. It is a popular sweet potato snack with a sweet sauce, and allegedly gets its unusual name from being a hit with cash-strapped student
February 09, 2017
McDonald's Japan adds French Fry flavor based on nostalgic student snack
Starting next week, McDonald’s Japan will offer daigaku imo French fries. Daigaku Imo litterally means “college potato”.
It is a popular sweet potato snack with a sweet sauce, and allegedly gets its unusual name from being a hit with cash-strapped students looking for a cheap yet tasty bite.
Halloween Fries by McDonald's Japan, what are they like?
October 25, 2016
Halloween Fries by McDonald's Japan, what are they like?
For those who can’t get enough of pumpkin-flavored treats during Halloween, McDonald’s Japan is offering french fries covered in pumpkin and chocolate sauce.
McChoco Potato: French Fries drizzled with chocolate sauce at McDonald's Japan
January 21, 2016
McChoco Potato: French Fries drizzled with chocolate sauce at McDonald's Japan
McDonald's Japan just announced the McChoco Potato, french fries drizzled with two chocolate sauces, a limited time offer available starting January 26
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KFC Japan stops selling french fries due to crippled potato exports from the US
January 25, 2015
KFC Japan stops selling french fries due to crippled potato exports from the US
Kentucky Fried Chicken in Japan has stopped selling fries, as industrial disputes that have crimped potato exports from the US took another bite out of the country's fast food market.
McDonalds Japan to only sell small fries
December 15, 2014
McDonalds Japan to only sell small fries
McDonald's Japan is to only sell small portions of fries starting December 17, in response to the french fry shortage in the country.
Japanese Restaurants Are Airlifting 200 Tons Of French Fries To Ease A Shortage
December 10, 2014
Japanese Restaurants Are Airlifting 200 Tons Of French Fries To Ease A Shortage
Restaurants in Japan are rushing to secure supplies of french fries after shipment delays from the US, with one chain readying to airlift 200 tons of fries.
McDonalds Japan french fry cupholder
April 23, 2013
McDonald's Japan offers free french fries cupholder
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 GAIN report frozen potato products
October 19, 2007
GAIN report: Frozen Potato Products Japan
Japan’s imports of frozen potato products slightly increased by 0.3 percent from 299,400 metric tons in 2006 to 300,270 tons in 2007 (Jul. 06 through Jun. 07). The market has soared to over 300,000 tons that had once fallen in 2003 to 255,165 tons and...
September 24, 2007
Japanese researchers identify ideal frying conditions for crispy, low fat batter.
Researchers at Tokyo University of Technology have studied how the structure of the batter molecules changes during the frying process. They discovered that altering the water content and frying time they were able to create perfect conditions to crea...

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