[Exhibition Report] Exhibited at HCJ2026, the Largest Exhibition in the Kitchen Industry, Supporting a Safe and Easy-to-Work Environment for the Food Service Industry

Commercial kitchen equipment manufacturer Tanico Co., Ltd. (Headquarters/Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and President: Shuichi Taniguchi) exhibited at HCJ2026, Japan's largest business trade fair for the service industry, including accommodation, food service, and catering. They showcased equipment that supports the creation of a safe and easy-to-work environment for the food service industry, as well as the 2026 new model of their 'concept model,' which is produced for each exhibition. The exhibition corner themed 'Making it 'Easy' for those who work' focused on supporting the realization of establishments' unique personalities by shaping them without being confined to standard products. The booth theme was 'That Freedom, Beyond Standards,' introducing Tanico's strengths in realizing optimal kitchens without being constrained by off-the-shelf products. We presented how to create a comfortable kitchen environment that reduces the burden on cooks and makes working enjoyable, by introducing products aimed at improving 'easy operation, space saving, cooking efficiency, and reduction of burn risk.' Examples (see top image): ◆ Double Side Griddle (left photo): A double-sided griddle. Assumed for use in chain restaurants where food is cooked uniformly. ◆ Equipment with Auto-Lift Function: Fryer (second from left in photo) and noodle boiler (center in photo) equipped with a one-button lifting function. Assumed for stores where one person handles multiple cooking tasks. Griddle for Teppanyaki: Achieve your desired Teppanyaki finish. To provide ideal teppanyaki dishes, the selection of the optimal griddle thickness, shape, and heat source is essential. At this exhibition, we introduced an example of customization that freely combines these elements. We undertake custom-made production tailored to cooking menus, chefs, and store concepts. In our demonstrations, we prepared three types of heat sources: gas, electric, and low-frequency IH, and compared their respective characteristics. Temperature distribution on the griddle monitored by heat source. Beef fillet cooked on a low-frequency IH griddle. Concept Model and Other Exhibition Equipment Introduction: The HCJ2026 concept model is 'Luxury Kitchen,' which blurs the lines between home and commercial kitchens. It expresses the realization of a rich lifestyle and an easy-to-work environment through custom kitchens. It emphasizes not only functionality but also design. Concept Model: 'TX-M02' 2026 Special Edition, a kitchen that combines design and functionality. Tanico Booth at HCJ2026: Exhibited three types of washing machines, including those with pre-wash functions. Any number of FreeZoneIH® pots can be placed anywhere, allowing simultaneous cooking. We also set up a corner to introduce concepts for kitchen and kitchen equipment design. For details on the exhibition content, please also see the report page on the Tanico HP. We will continue to support those involved in the food service industry and beyond. HCJ2026 Exhibition Outline Tanico HP URL: [https://www.tanico.co.jp/news/2025/1125/result.php](https://www.tanico.co.jp/news/2025/1125/result.php) *Exhibited at the 26th Kitchen Equipment Exhibition, one of the three HCJ joint exhibitions. Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 - Friday, February 20, 2026 Venue: Tokyo Big Sight Inquiries regarding this article: Communication Design Department, Sales Promotion Team, Nakazawa TEL: 03-5498-7934 E-mail: nakazawa@tanico.co.jp Tanico Co., Ltd. Company Overview URL: [https://www.tanico.co.jp/](https://www.tanico.co.jp/) Company Name: Tanico Co., Ltd. (Headquarters location: 1-7-20 Togoshi, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo / 03-5498-7111 Representative) Representative: Shuichi Taniguchi, Representative Director and President Business Description: Design, manufacture, and sale of commercial kitchen equipment, custom home kitchens, industrial stainless steel containers, etc. *'FreeZoneIH®' is a registered trademark of Tanico Co., Ltd.