We are pleased to announce that the Japanese Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) has officially opened applications for two highly valuable programs for chefs working overseas: the “Japanese Culinary Training Program” and the “Japanese Cuisine Competition (Sushi Category) Qualifying Tournament.”

In particular, Oceania countries including Australia are regarded as important export markets for Japanese agricultural and food products, and there are strong expectations for the development and advancement of Japanese cuisine chefs in the region.

We would greatly appreciate it if you could not only consider applying yourself, but also share these opportunities with passionate Japanese cuisine and sushi chefs around you.

 

1. Invitation-Based Training Program at Japanese Restaurants

This hands-on training program offers participants the opportunity to work directly in leading Japanese restaurants in Japan (including Tokyo), where they can learn advanced culinary techniques as well as the spirit of Japanese hospitality (“omotenashi”).

• Details & Application: 

  https://en.jcdc.tokyo/hrdp/

• Application Deadline:Friday, June 30
• Key Point:Applications from major export destination countries (including Australia) are
  especially encouraged.

  (*Selection criteria are applied equally regardless of nationality or country
  of origin.)

 

2. Japanese Cuisine Competition (Sushi Category) Qualifying Tournament

This qualifying competition leads to the WORLD SUSHI CUP®, where the world’s top sushi chefs compete. It is an excellent
opportunity to showcase your skills on the global stage.

• Details & Application: 

  https://worldsushicup.com/

• Application Deadline:Monday, July 31
• Important Note:Applications will close once capacity is reached. Early entry is strongly recommended.

  (*Please note that the qualifying tournament itself is not covered under the
  subsidy program.)

These initiatives play a significant role in promoting authentic Washoku culture throughout the Oceania region.

We warmly encourage all chefs who wish to deepen their understanding of Japanese food culture and challenge themselves on the world stage to apply.

Thank you very much for your continued support.

 

Washoku Oceania Network

 

本日は、毎年農林水産省が実施している、海外の料理人を対象とした大変貴重な「日本料理招へい研修」および「日本料理コンテスト（すし部門）予選大会」の募集開始のご案内です。

特にオーストラリアをはじめとするオセアニア地域は、日本の農林水産物・食品の主要な輸出先として、現地での日本食料理人の育成や技術向上が強く期待されています。

ご自身での応募はもちろん、周囲にいる熱意ある日本食・すし料理人の方々へ、ぜひこのチャンスをご共有いただけますと幸いです。

 

１．日本料理店における招へい研修

日本（東京等）の第一線の日本料理店で、実際の現場に入って高度な技術や「おもてなし」の心を学ぶことができる、実地型の研修プログラムです。

• 詳細・応募URL： https://en.jcdc.tokyo/hrdp/
• 応募期限： 6月30日（金）まで
• 注目ポイント： 輸出上位国（オーストラリアを含む）からの応募が期待されています（※選考基準は出身国を問わず一律です）。

 

２．日本料理コンテスト（すし部門）予選大会

世界一のすし職人を決める「ワールドスシカップ（WORLD SUSHI CUP®）」へとつながる予選大会です。ご自身の技術を世界に証明する絶好の舞台です。

• 詳細・応募URL： https://worldsushicup.com/
• 応募期限： 7月31日（月）まで
• ご注意： 定員に達し次第、募集終了となります。お早めのエントリーをおすすめいたします（※予選は補助事業の対象外となります）。

 

本事業は、オセアニア地域における「本物の和食文化」の発展に大きく寄与するものです。

日本の食文化をさらに深く学びたい方、世界を舞台に挑戦したい料理人の皆さまからのたくさんのご応募をお待ちしております。

今後とも何卒よろしくお願い申し上げます。

 

Washoku Oceania network