Toit Vert's Pinnacle of Craftsmanship: 24-Month Aged Gouda Cheese Available in Limited Quantities

A masterfully aged 24-month kuromatsunai gouda

Fuji Corporation Ltd. (Headquarters: Tomakomai City, Hokkaido; hereinafter "the Company"), which operates as designated manager of the "Kurodani Town Specialty Handmade Processing Center Toit Vert", will launch a premium limited-edition product, "[Limited Quantity] Artisan's Pride 24-Month Aged Kurodani Gouda", starting June 29, 2026. This marks the first long-aged product in the brand's history and will be available for a limited period and in limited quantities through its official online shop and event sales.

Background and Objectives of this Initiative

As part of the Company's regional revitalization and brand marketing strategy, developing high-value-added products that leverage local resources is a key initiative.

This time, by extending the aging period of the existing "Kurodani Gouda" to two years (24 months) and meticulously aging it under strict quality and temperature control by skilled artisans, the Company has successfully developed a cheese with deep umami richness and a rich aroma, enhanced by amino acid crystals (flavor components).

Due to the need for significant aging storage space and advanced production management associated with long-term aging, this product is positioned as a rare, premium offering. It will not be available at regular retail stores but will be sold exclusively through the official e-commerce site (D2C) and special events, aiming to deliver directly to loyal customers nationwide while enhancing brand value and building a profitable business model.

Product Features

Toit Vert's Long-Aged Specialty: A premium gouda cheese carefully aged over two full years, representing the pinnacle of the brand.

Rich Umami and Unique Texture: Enjoy an intense, full-bodied flavor and rich aroma unique to long aging, along with a pleasant, slightly crunchy texture created by amino acid crystals.

Rare Limited-Edition Item: Production is strictly limited due to constraints on aging space and manufacturing management. This premium product is available only through the official online shop and select events.

Sales Overview

Product Name: [Limited Quantity] Artisan's Pride 24-Month Aged Kurodani Gouda

Price: 1,296 JPY (tax included, shipping not included)

Sales Period: June 29, 2026 (Mon) 9:00 – July 12, 2026 (Fri) 23:59

Sales Channels: Toit Vert Official Online Shop and designated events

Sales Website: https://toitvert.official.ec/

※Due to limited production, sales may end before the scheduled period if the quantity limit is reached.

About the Kurodani Town Specialty Handmade Processing Center Toit Vert

Kurodani Town Specialty Handmade Processing Center Toit Vert

The "Kurodani Town Specialty Handmade Processing Center Toit Vert" is a regional brand hub that leverages the rich natural environment and local resources of Kurodani Town, Hokkaido, to manufacture and sell high-quality food products such as cheese, ham, sausages, and ice cream.

The facility's name, "Toit Vert (toit vert)", means "green roof" in French, symbolizing the abundant natural environment of Kurodani Town, home to Japan's northernmost beech virgin forest. Since opening in 1993, the center has collaborated with the region's core dairy and livestock industries, utilizing locally sourced and Hokkaido-selected ingredients in its products.

Beyond being a mere food processing facility, Toit Vert serves as a "culinary outreach hub" connecting local primary industries with consumers, promoting the charm of Kurodani Town nationwide. The facility features observation areas for viewing production processes and direct sales sections, offering visitors a chance to experience regional food culture and craftsmanship.

Moving forward, Toit Vert will continue to contribute to regional economic revitalization through high-value utilization of local resources and strive to create sustainable value as a brand hub that showcases the appeal of Kurodani Town.

About Fuji Corporation Ltd.

The Company, headquartered in Tomakomai City, Hokkaido, is a diversified enterprise centered on the food industry.

Since its founding in 1978, the Company has primarily operated major franchise chains, advancing food service and retail businesses rooted in local communities.

Leveraging this expertise, the Company currently serves as the designated manager of the "Kurodani Town Specialty Handmade Processing Center Toit Vert", overseeing the production and sale of high-quality cheese and meat products.

In addition, the Company operates its own cassis farm and, in 2023, consolidated "TOMONI Yume Bokusa Co., Ltd." as a subsidiary, expanding into the dairy farming sector.

Through unique brand development leveraging regional resources and an integrated business model spanning primary to tertiary industries, the Company will continue striving to revitalize regional economies and enhance sustainable corporate value.

Company Overview

Company Name: Fuji Corporation Ltd.

Established: March 1978

Capital: 70 million JPY (as of July 31, 2025)

Representative: Daisuke Endo, President and CEO

Headquarters: 5-3-5 Wakakusa-cho, Tomakomai City, Hokkaido

Business Activities: Food service and retail, manufacturing and wholesale, agricultural and livestock operations

Stock Listing: Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market (Securities Code: 3370)