About us

Japanese standards, Polish energy

About us

Japanese standards, Polish energy

Ajinomoto Jawo is a company established through the collaboration of two enterprises: Ajinomoto Frozen Foods – part of the global Ajinomoto Group corporation, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of food and pharmaceutical products, operating since 1909 and present in 35 countries; and Jawo – a Częstochowa-based company founded in 1992, specializing in the handmade production of frozen goods. The combination of Japanese know-how and Polish artisanal expertise made it possible to create a modern production facility on Bór Street in Częstochowa, which launched in April 2015. The first line was dedicated to gyoza production, serving as the foundation for the further growth of this Polish-Japanese company.

Our mission

We promote traditional Japanese cuisine by creating healthy and delicious gyoza from high-quality ingredients. Our goal is to provide consumers with products that offer satisfaction, convenience, and peace of mind in their choice.

Our vision

1

To preserve the freshness, flavor, and unique culinary experience of our products, we freeze them using Fresh Frozen technology.

2

We aim to continuously expand our customer base and become the brand of first choice across European markets.

3

We are building a great workplace based on respect, diversity, and a culture of continuous improvement.

Our values

ASV – Ajinomoto Group
Creating Shared Value

We create products that address modern needs: health, convenience, reducing food waste, and environmental care.

Growth
and availability

We sell our products across multiple markets and continuously work to ensure that Ajinomoto gyoza is available in more and more countries.

Health
above all

We promote healthy eating and develop technologies that help reduce excessive salt intake.

Caring for
the environment

We reduce plastic consumption, eliminate freons from our production processes, and support initiatives for climate protection.

Excellent
culinary
experiences

We create gyoza according to original recipes, using tested and carefully selected ingredients, to ensure exceptional taste and quality.

A company loved
by customers

We aim not only to satisfy culinary tastes but also to evoke positive emotions and trust, becoming the favorite brand for frozen food.

A great employer
for our people

We care about employee engagement, their standard of living, workplace safety, and job comfort.

Diversity, commitment,
and continuous growth

We support a diversity of perspectives, the exchange of experience, and daily improvement, working in accordance with the STP (See, Think, Plan, Do) standard.

Milestones in our company history

2013

MAY Ajinomoto Frozen Foods and Jawo sign a cooperation agreement.

JULY Jawo launches a dedicated production line for gyoza – Japanese dumplings destined for EU markets, including France, the UK, and Germany. The growing demand for Japanese cuisine leads to the decision to establish a joint venture.

2014

SEPTEMBER UOKiK grants approval for the creation of the new enterprise.

OCTOBER The joint venture company Ajinomoto Jawo Sp. z o.o. is established.

OCTOBER
2015

APRIL Launch of the new production facility on Bór Street in Częstochowa.

APRIL
2018

JUNE Opening of the second gyoza production line.

JUNE
2019

Implementation of the ISO 9001 quality management system, aligned with the philosophy of continuous improvement (Kaizen) practiced throughout the Ajinomoto Group.

2020

Attaining the ASC certification, confirming the responsible and sustainable sourcing of ingredients for the shrimp filling.
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2023

Securing the V-Label certification for vegetable gyoza, confirming its vegan status and opening the door to new markets.
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2024

Developing and implementing three new vegan recipes.

Implementation of the ISO 45001 standard, strengthening occupational health and safety regulations.

2025

Celebrating the company’s 10th anniversary with an integration picnic for employees.