Founded in 1909 (Meiji 42) in Japan, Ajinomoto was established by chemist Dr. Kikunae Ikeda and entrepreneur Saburosuke Suzuki. The company's initial mission was "to let the world enjoy healthy and delicious food," and based on Dr. Ikeda's discovery of "umami," they developed the world's first commercially available umami seasoning—"Ajinomoto®." This invention not only changed people's understanding of food flavor but also became an important starting point for modern food science and nutrition research.
Ajinomoto's core philosophy is "to contribute to the well-being of people worldwide through innovation in diet and health." The group has long focused on amino acid science research, applying its findings to various fields including food, nutritional supplements, medical nutrition, and cosmetics. The company continuously promotes a balanced development of "deliciousness, health, and sustainability," committed to providing products that combine deliciousness and health benefits, and using innovative technology to address global food and health challenges.
In terms of sustainability, the Ajinomoto Group actively practices environmental protection and resource recycling, promotes social prosperity and local contributions, and strives to realize its corporate vision of "Eat Well, Live Well." Today, Ajinomoto has grown from a seasoning brand into a leading global "nutrition and health solutions company," whose products and philosophy are trusted by consumers around the world.
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