About us

In 2018, our passion for Japanese cuisine and quality ingredients deepened when a simple souvenir—wakame seaweed from Awaji Island—reinforced what we already knew: Japan offers a wealth of exceptional ingredients. Numerous visits to Japan revealed just how many of these top-quality, authentic items were unavailable in Canada. As enthusiastic home cooks committed to quality and health, we saw an opportunity to bridge this gap. This inspired us to establish our business, bringing premium Japanese groceries to Canadian kitchens and enabling our customers to experience the simplicity, purity, and rich flavors of Japan’s culinary traditions.

At Fukuya Foods, our mission is to enrich lives and elevate culinary experiences by importing the finest, healthiest food from Japan. With a steadfast commitment to excellence, we carefully source products that reflect Japan's celebrated culinary heritage, ensuring that each item meets our exacting standards for taste, freshness, and nutritional value.

From the delicate nuances of authentic green tea to the umami richness of miso paste and the purity of sashimi-grade seafood, we aim to deliver only the best to our customers. Each product we import is more than just an ingredient; it’s an invitation to discover the harmony, tradition, and innovation at the heart of Japanese cuisine. Welcome to Fukuya Foods—where quality meets authenticity, and every bite tells a story of craftsmanship and care.

I am Nobuko Takasu, founder of Fukuya Foods. As a native of Hiroshima, Japan, I take great pride in sharing authentic Japanese food from my homeland, focusing on quality, flavor, and health. My background and upbringing in Japan have given me a deep appreciation for the richness of Japanese culinary traditions, which I bring into my own cooking through simple yet flavorful dishes prepared with care. Through Fukuya Foods, my goal is to make the finest Japanese food products accessible, allowing others to experience the same joy and satisfaction that I find in cooking and enjoying Japanese cuisine.

I’m Toby Lau, co-founder of Fukuya Foods, where my passion for Japanese cuisine and commitment to quality come together to bring authentic flavors to Canada. My love for cooking began in childhood, and today, as a home cook for my family of five, I continue to find joy in preparing wholesome meals. Inspired by Japan’s rich culinary heritage and my dedication to quality ingredients, my mission with Fukuya Foods is to source and import high-quality, nutritious Japanese products. Through our work, I aim to share the flavors and cultural richness of Japan, fostering a deeper appreciation for its cuisine.