FOOD MADE GOOD Japan Awards for most sustainable restaurants 2023

On November 20, The Capitol Hotel Tokyu hosted the 3rd “FOOD MADE GOOD Japan Awards 2023” organized by the Japan Sustainable Restaurant Association (SRA-J), based in Shibuya, Tokyo. The ceremony honored member restaurants that achieved high scores under the “FOOD MADE GOOD Standard” promoted by the UK Sustainable Restaurant Association.

Grand Prize: PIZZERIA GTALIA DA FlLIPPO (Nerima, Tokyo)

The Grand Prize was awarded to PIZZERIA GTALIA DA FlLIPPO in Nerima, Tokyo. Chef Masakazu Iwasawa’s establishment was recognized for its exemplary practices in the categories of procurement, society, and environment, and for serving as a model to other restaurants. Their efforts in visiting natural farms with staff to deepen understanding of food, collaboration with local welfare facilities, and implementation of employee work reforms were highly commended.

BEST Procurement Award: Pizzeria SELVAGGIO (Matsuno, Ehime Prefecture)

The “BEST Procurement Award” was won by Pizzeria SELVAGGIO in Matsuno, Ehime Prefecture. Chef Yuudai Kitaku’s pizzeria was lauded for sourcing ingredients directly from local farmers and fishermen. The restaurant also grows its own vegetables using organic methods and actively purchases from farmers who employ similar cultivation practices.

BEST Society Award: The Capitol Hotel Tokyu’s All-Day Dining “ORIGAMI” (Chiyoda, Tokyo)

The Capitol Hotel Tokyu’s All-Day Dining “ORIGAMI” in Chiyoda, Tokyo, received the “BEST Society Award.” Chef Mihiro Sakuma’s restaurant was appreciated for its comprehensive training programs and proactive staff development, including farm and fishery visits.

BEST Environment Award: Trattoria Kenal (Maniwa, Okayama)

The “BEST Environment Award” went to Trattoria Kenal in Maniwa, Okayama. This restaurant was recognized for its commitment to local consumption and resource conservation, utilizing food waste as feed or compost, and implementing renewable energy and carbon footprint analysis.

BEST Fair Trade Award: haishop cafe Shibuya Scramble Square (Shibuya, Tokyo)

haishop cafe Shibuya Scramble Square in Shibuya, Tokyo, was the recipient of the “BEST Fair Trade Award.” The cafe, managed by Hideaki Omote, gained praise for its efforts in raising sustainability awareness, including a unique initiative where half-filled “2050 Coffee” cups were sold at prices determined by customers, with proceeds going to charity.

BEST Recycling Award: Atsugi Area for Ficodindia and Italian Bar Dari (Atsugi, Kanagawa Prefecture)

The “BEST Recycling Award” was given to the Atsugi Area in Atsugi, Kanagawa Prefecture, including Ficodindia and Italian Bar Dari. The area was recognized for its collaborative efforts in milk carton recycling and public awareness campaigns.

Choosing a sustainable restaurant goes beyond enjoying delicious food; it also contributes to environmental care and community support. Our support for such restaurants can lead to a sustainable future for food.

Originally published on Life Hugger.