Biz Stream S2018E23 - Japanese Bread Goes Global

While Japan's go to grain dish is usually steamed rice, recently it is becoming known for its bread. Japanese bread has gained a reputation for its light and fluffy texture and is gaining popularity around the world. Large numbers of young future bakers from all over Asia are now choosing Tokyo over Paris when it comes to where to study. Today we will introduce you to one of the gourmet bread shops that is now popular among both Japanese and foreign customers. We also visit a major Japanese food producer, whose tasty and reasonably priced baked goods are now making waves in Indonesia.