About company

Ajinomoto Jawo Sp. z o.o. was founded by two companies.

The first founding company was the Japanese Ajinomoto Frozen Foods company, which is part of the global Ajinomoto Group corporation. The Ajinomoto Group specialises in the production of food and pharmaceuticals and is headquartered in Tokyo. It was founded in 1909 and currently operates in 35 countries around the world with more than 34,000 employees in 123 plants. Its products are known in 130 countries and its net sales amount to 11 billion dollars.

The other founding company was the Jawo  company of Czestochowa, which was founded in 1992, specializing in the large-scale production of hand-made frozen products including pasta dumplings, dumplings, and pancakes. The company boasts several dozen products included in its offer and is continuously working on expanding its offer by introducing new products. The company has received numerous awards for its products. It currently employs about 240 people, and its sales revenues in 2017 reached 41 million zlotys. The production volume is 450 tons of frozen food per month. For several years now, it has been among the top producers holding a significant market share in the category of products based on flour and potatoes according to the research conducted by Nielsen on the Polish food market.

May 2013

Ajinomoto Frozen Foods and Jawo sp. z o.o. signed a cooperation agreement.

July 2013

Jawo launches a special production line and starts the production of gyoza. Japanese dumplings with poultry meat and vegetable stuffing produced in the Częstochowa plant are to be sold throughout the European Union – mainly to France, Great Britain and Germany, i.e. where Japanese cuisine is very popular. While the production cooperation between the companies is in progress, it is decided to establish a joint venture meant as a production gateway for Japanese gyoza for the whole EU. On the basis of the then-current contract with Jawo, Ajinomoto Frozen Foods would not have been able to meet the rapidly growing demand for Japanese foods in Europe.

September 2014

The Office of Competition and Consumer Protection [Urząd Ochrony Konkurencji i Konsumentów] granted its approval needed for the incorporation of a new company by both Jawo and Ajinomoto. Due to the scale of that project, the Office for Competition and Consumer Protection had to issue its approval for the foundation of such a company.

October 014

Ajinomoto Frozen Foods and Jawo form a joint venture in Poland called Ajinomoto Jawo sp. z o.o.

April 2015

The launch of a new production plant in Częstochowa in Bór Street with a production line for pasta dumplings for the start. The value of the investment amounted to PLN 8 million. The sales of gyoza produced in Jawo for the whole European Union market is handled by Ajinomoto Foods Europe based in Paris, whilst the distributor of gyoza for the Polish market is Jawo sp. z o.o…

2015

We obtained the BRC Global Standard for Food Safety certificate – one of the most respected food safety standards in the world. Thanks to its implementation, we gained full control over our production process, eliminated risks, monitored critical control points (HACCP), and ensured consistent, high product quality. The BRC certification allows us to work with the most demanding markets and retail chains, gives us a competitive edge, and helps us maintain the highest standards of safety and hygiene.

June 2018

Opening of the second production line of gyoza.

2019

Implementation of the ISO 9001 Quality Management System
We adopted the ISO 9001 standard to ensure that our factory meets the same quality requirements as all Ajinomoto Group facilities. Our goal was to unify and optimize processes across the organization, following the philosophy of continuous improvement (Kaizen). With ISO 9001, we ensure consistent quality at every stage of production, manage our processes and resources more effectively, and continue to grow while better responding to our customers’ needs.

2022

Implementation of the ASC (Aquaculture Stewardship Council) Certification
We introduced ASC standards after developing a shrimp filling recipe, to meet the strict requirements of sustainable aquaculture. Our aim was to make sure that the raw materials we use come from responsible sources and are harvested in a way that does not harm the water environment or local communities. Meeting these standards helps us align with our customers’ values and the growing expectations of the market. The ASC certification gives us a transparent supply chain, builds trust among conscious consumers, and supports global efforts to protect marine ecosystems.

2023

V-Label Certification
We obtained the V-Label — a well-known quality mark for vegetarian products. We wanted our product to be clearly labeled as free from animal-derived ingredients and fully suitable for a vegetarian diet. The certification builds trust, makes the product easy to recognize thanks to the clear logo on the packaging, and opens the door to new markets.

2024

Developing three new recipes and starting production is our response to the growing interest in meat-free products.

Implementation of ISO 45001 Standard
Providing a safe and healthy work environment is our priority. ISO 45001 helps us identify hazards, reduce risks, and continuously improve working conditions. As a result, we reduce the number of accidents and absences, improve team morale and engagement, increase operational efficiency, and strengthen our social responsibility.

May 2025

20th Anniversary of Our Company
We celebrated this important milestone with an employee integration picnic. People are the strength and success of our company – that’s why this special day was above all a celebration of our team, our community, and the support we give one another.