If you’re serious about real extra virgin olive oil and want to see how Asia celebrates the best of it—OLIVE JAPAN® 2025 is your next destination. This is not just another olive oil competition; it’s the premier EVOO event in the region, hosted by the Olive Oil Sommelier Association of Japan (OSAJ). Think of it as Tokyo’s love letter to the olive tree.
What Makes OLIVE JAPAN So Special?
This international competition is where precision meets passion. Over 800 entries from around the globe are judged by certified EVOO professionals—not marketers, not influencers. Only the oils that truly shine in quality, aroma, and flavor walk away with medals.
And guess what? There’s no need for a chemical analysis to enter. Just real oil, real taste, real judging.
- Entry Deadline: May 16, 2025
- Winners Announced: June 6, 2025
The competition alone is worth watching, but there’s more…
The OLIVE JAPAN SHOW – A Tasting Wonderland
From June 29–30, 2025, the Courtyard Marriott Ginza Tokyo Hotel will host the OLIVE JAPAN SHOW—a marketplace of award-winning oils, skincare products, olive-derived goods, and kitchen delights.
If you’re in Tokyo, this is a chance to taste your way through only the top-ranked oils from the competition. No fillers. No fluff. Just elite EVOO.
Expect:
- Awarded oils from global producers
- Live cooking demos and health talks
- Unique olive-based lifestyle products
- Hands-on tastings with sommeliers
Symposium & Education
The event also features a private olive oil symposium—a gathering of some of the sharpest minds in the field. It’s not open to the public, but for sommeliers and certified experts, it’s a masterclass in the latest science, trends, and tasting practices.
Why This Matters for the EVOO World
OLIVE JAPAN is more than a regional event—it’s a cultural bridge. It brings Mediterranean producers, Californian growers, and new wave Asian enthusiasts into the same room. It also introduces Japanese chefs, retailers, and consumers to the real deal—authentic, high-quality EVOO.
And trust me, Japan doesn’t do anything halfway. From ceremony to execution, it’s pure class.
Thinking of Attending or Entering?
- For producers: Entries are still open! (€250/$260 per oil, with discounts available)
- For fans & foodies: Plan a summer trip to Tokyo and spend a weekend immersed in olives, umami, and innovation.
For more info or to register: olivejapan.com
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