Meiji
Food, dairy and fermentation know-how — the maker behind Amino Collagen.
A major Japanese food and pharmaceutical company; maker of health foods such as Amino Collagen.
Brand facts
- Founded
- 1916
- Headquarters
- Tokyo, Japan
- Parent / operator
- Meiji Co., Ltd. (Meiji Holdings)
- Origin
- Japan
About Meiji
A diversified maker spanning confectionery, dairy and pharmaceuticals. In health foods its long-selling Amino Collagen is a staple, and its fermentation science (seen in yogurts like R-1) is a real strength. The SAVAS sports line is also Meiji.
What sets Meiji apart
Its combined dairy, fermentation and food technology lets it mass-produce collagen and probiotics at consumer-grade quality.
Ingredient sourcing
Uses Meiji's group sourcing to handle collagen peptides and dairy-derived ingredients.
Manufacturing & quality
Produced in Japan under the strict quality systems of a major food and pharma maker.
Certifications & testing
- Meiji group quality assurance
- Foods with Function Claims (select products)
Signature products
- Amino Collagen
- VAAM
- SAVAS (sports nutrition)
Focus categories
- Collagen & beauty
- Sports nutrition
- Probiotics
- Health foods
Price positioning
Mid-range — value comes from big-maker consistency and availability.
Where to buy in Japan
Available in drugstores, supermarkets, Amazon.co.jp and Rakuten Ichiba.
Best for
People who want collagen or sports nutrition from a trusted major brand.
Things to keep in mind
Aimed at buyers who value availability and reassurance over cost per gram.
Frequently asked questions
Is Amino Collagen a Meiji product?
Yes — it is Meiji's long-selling collagen health food.
Prices are sample data. Check the retailer's site for the current price.