The Sri Lanka Tea Board successfully organized the National Ceylon Tea Pavilion at FOODEX Japan 2026, held from 10th to 13th March 2026 at Tokyo Big Sight, reinforcing Sri Lanka’s strong global presence in the premium tea sector.
Recognized as the largest food and beverage trade exhibition in the Asia-Pacific region, FOODEX Japan 2026 brought together approximately 2,930 exhibiting companies from over 74 countries and regions, attracting more than 76,000 professional trade visitors and buyers worldwide. The exhibition continues to serve as a strategic global platform for trade networking, market expansion, and industry innovation.
The Sri Lanka Tea Board Pavilion, covering 90 square metres with 10 individual booths, featured leading tea exporting companies representing the diversity and excellence of Pure Ceylon Tea:
- Nature Ceylon Trading (Pvt) Ltd
- Ceylon Royal Teas (Pvt) Ltd
- Talawakelle Tea Estates PLC
- Ceyem Commodities (Pvt) Ltd
- Kelani Valley Plantations PLC
- Expoteas Ceylon (Pvt) Ltd
- A.F. Jones Exporters Ceylon (Pvt) Ltd
- Meezan & Company (Pvt) Ltd
- Jafferjee Brothers
- Alfa Exports (Pvt) Ltd (SME Sector)
The Pavilion was officially inaugurated by His Excellency Prof. Pivithuru Janak Kumarasinghe, Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Japan, marking Sri Lanka’s continued commitment to strengthening bilateral trade relations and enhancing brand recognition in the Japanese and Asia-Pacific markets.
Throughout the four-day exhibition, the Pavilion attracted significant international attention, with visitors experiencing the unique aroma, taste, and heritage of Pure Ceylon Tea through live tastings and business engagements.
Participation at FOODEX Japan 2026 enabled Sri Lankan tea exporters to forge new partnerships, strengthen existing market linkages, and explore emerging opportunities in one of the world’s most sophisticated and quality-driven food markets.
The Sri Lanka Tea Board remains committed to promoting Ceylon Tea as a globally trusted premium beverage, supporting exporters in expanding their international footprint and sustaining Sri Lanka’s leadership in the global tea trade.
