Author Yoji Yamaguchi Introduces Regional Japanese Food Culture on J-WAVE's 'PLENUS RICE TO BE HERE'

Plenus Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Ginza, Chuo-ku; President and Representative Director: Shiro Kaneko) operates 2,822 stores in Japan as of the end of March 2026, including the 'Hotto Motto' bento chain, the 'Yayoiken' set-meal restaurant, the 'MK Restaurant' shabu-shabu and dim sum chain, and the 'KAYAVA.' ramen shops.

Our radio segment 'PLENUS RICE TO BE HERE,' broadcast on J-WAVE (81.3FM), which explores Japanese culture passed down through food, will enter its 4th year on Wednesday, April 1st.

The program is navigated by author Yoji Yamaguchi. His style of visiting locations to research and introduce local customs and history has gained strong support. Listeners have commented, 'I am surprised by the relationship between history and food' and 'The content makes me want to visit, eat there, and recommend it to others,' with approximately 220,000 people listening every week.

Mr. Yamaguchi also shared the following message: 'In our 4th year, I want to feel as if I am sharing the same table with our listeners. I will continue to connect your daily lives with the landscapes of Japan through the power of words, telling stories of local rice, meals, and life in a bright, easy-to-understand, and enjoyable way.'

From March 30th to April 2nd, we are broadcasting under the theme 'Polishing Deliciousness.' Please look forward to future broadcasts.