FOODEX JAPAN will be held at Makuhari Messe in Chiba from March 5 to 8. The exhibition started in 1976. aims to contribute to the further development of the food industry. This year, about 2,300 companies like food and beverage manufacturers and traders will participate from 66 countries and regions in the world. In addition to company exhibitions, it includes such event as to highlight the women's intuitive tastes. The new plan is "FOODEX Women's Gastronomy Grand Prix", recognizing the food and beverage obtained high evaluation from the women's judges.