Japan's 2027 food trends are all about doing less

One thing I've come to appreciate about living in Japan is just how many convenient food options are available, and it seems this approach to everyday cooking is set to become even more popular in 2027!

A survey by Japanese food company Emish asked 107 registered dietitians and nutritionists to predict next year's food trends, and they identified three major themes. These included a new approach to gut health, cooking without using a stove or knife, and preparing meals in advance using frozen ingredients and pre-seasoned foods.

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The broader theme is what the company calls 'time-saving, high-nutrition' eating. 52.3% of the nutrition professionals surveyed recommended a more relaxed approach to home cooking, combining prepared foods and quality frozen ingredients with a little home preparation. I'm definitely happy to get on board with this! 

As for the year gone by, fermented foods and frozen veggies were among the most established food trends in 2026, while rice flour products also increased in popularity.