Since 1705, Fukuichi Seafoods has been part of Japan's fishing tradition, preserving generations of craftsmanship and dedication to quality. That heritage lives on in every product, crafted to highlight the ocean's delicate flavor.
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Never maintain the status quo. Always keep moving forward. As a responsible food provider, our team creates an integrated system for the entire flow — from fishing ground to the end consumer.
Fukuichi Fishery has sought its livelihood from the seas since 1705, with skipjack and tuna as its main products. Through many turbulent times, the company has grown into an integrated operation spanning fishery, processing, cold storage, and direct sales — built on thorough quality control by professional eyes.
Fukuichi Fishery Co., Ltd. is headquartered in Yaizu, Shizuoka — Japan's celebrated city of seafood on the Pacific coast.
From a single Edo-period fishing boat to a modern integrated seafood company spanning fishery, processing, cold storage, and direct sales.
In the Edo period, the Fukuichi family begins its livelihood from the seas, with skipjack and tuna at the heart of the craft.
The first dedicated company-owned skipjack vessel marks the move from artisanal to industrial-scale fishing.
Built at the port of Yaizu with a frozen system — a defining innovation that established Fukuichi's reputation for quality.
The family business is incorporated, soon opening the Fukuichi Fishery Head Office in the Taijin Building.
The Fukuichi-Maru is completed and embarks for Southern oceans, beginning a decades-long expansion across the world's seas.
A milestone reflecting sustained growth across fishery, processing, sales, and direct retail.
Fukuichi Nishijima Cold Storage opens with ultra-low-temperature freezing, and ISO 22000 and HACCP food-safety systems are certified.
Expanded certifications enable Fukuichi to handle seafood for export to the most demanding markets worldwide.
The third large overseas purse seine vessel joins the fleet, supporting continued operations in the central and western Pacific.
MSC Fishery Certification obtained for longline-caught bigeye, yellowfin, and albacore tuna — alongside two Director-General's Awards from the Fisheries Agency.
Four overseas purse seine vessels carry the Fukuichi mark across the central and western Pacific. Each voyage lasts 30 to 40 days, focused on tuna and skipjack.
Daily hygiene checks and swab testing run across BRC-, US HACCP–, and EU HACCP–certified facilities — keeping additives minimal while delivering authentic flavor.
Fisheries Agency of Japan
Codfish marinated in sake lees · 2024 Director-General's Award
Bonito and vegetable in black vinegar sauce · 2024 Director-General's Award
Spec sheets, handling details, and sales support are available for qualified trade inquiries.
