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We’re thrilled to share some exciting news with our friends in Japan! Jones Dairy Farm’s All-Natural Uncured Turkey Bacon is making a return to the shelves of Costco Japan at the end of this month. We’ve missed being a part of your culinary adventures, and we can’t wait to be back in your homes, adding a delicious touch to your meals. Photo: Yasuyo Ohashi (@chunmacchi) Our Uncured Turkey Bacon is a unique and flavorful option for those seeking a wholesome and tasty alternative to traditional pork bacon. Here’s why our Uncured Turkey Bacon is a must-try: All-Natural Goodness: Just like all of our All-Natural line, such as our Hickory Smoked […]

Meet Ms. Ohashi Yasuyo, a certified food coordinator, nutritionist, and the creative force behind the Instagram handle @chunmacchi. She’s the culinary creative you might have spotted on your social media feeds, delighting audiences in Japan with her delectable creations that are often crafted from all-natural Jones Dairy Farm products. Before joining the Jones community, Ms. Ohashi made her mark as a Cookpad Japan Ambassador for five impressive years. During her tenure, she graced the screens of renowned Japanese media, curated recipes for a diverse range of companies, and won many culinary competitions. Today, Ms. Ohashi wears several hats – she’s a culinary researcher, recipe connoisseur, skilled food photographer, Costco-lover, and, […]

Jones Dairy Farm will be attending the Bacon Festival in Yamanashi Prefecture on October 28 – 29, 2023. Members of the Jones Dairy Farm team will be meeting and greeting festival goers, and will also be serving up free samples of the All Natural Pork Patty with Pancake and Kirkland Signature Maple Syrup. These, like all of the Jones Dairy Farm products, are available at Costco locations across the country. Please see a full list of locations here. Live entertainment, bacon-inspired cuisine from over 20 local restaurants, bacon eating contests and the annual Bacon Queen Pageant are just some of the other highlights. The Jones Dairy Farm team looks forward […]

Jones Dairy Farm is adding an Uncured option for our Bacon products! With this addition, we now offer a full variety of All-Natural Uncured products for you and your family to enjoy. Did you know that in the United States and around the world, bacon typically contains added sugar, sodium, artificial flavors and preservatives? For many in the U.S, this makes it a sweet and savory breakfast staple, but too much added sugar is not good for our health. That’s why Jones Dairy Farm is so proud to be announcing the launch of our No Sugar Bacon in Japan! For anyone wanting to cut back on sugar without compromising on […]

At Jones Dairy Farm, we believe that a healthy diet should include a healthy amount of protein. It’s a macronutrient essential for maintaining and repairing muscles, bones, and other tissues in the body. But how much protein should I eat each day? In this blog post, we’ll take a look at the recommended minimum protein intake for various age groups and lifestyles, as well as some tips on how to calculate your protein needs. Recommended minimum daily protein intake: The recommended minimum protein intake varies depending on your age and lifestyle. According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the recommended daily allowance (RDA) of protein for adults is […]

The peak bloom time for sakura (cherry blossom) in Japan is expected to be around March 30 in Tokyo, with peaks across the rest of Japan spanning from March until April — with northern parts of Japan, like Sapporo in Hokkaido, predicted to be graced with sakura petals as late as April. The arrival of sakura means two of the best things of the year: spring and hanami (cherry blossom viewing). Mix up your hanami picnic haul with Jones Dairy Farm-inspired recipes this spring. Why not try a fusion of American and Japanese this spring with American-inspired recipes that are perfect for hanami? Each recipe uses authentic American Dry Aged […]

Come and meet the Jones Dairy Farm team at Hisayama Costco on 2/15 – 2/19 and Hiroshima Costco on 2/22 – 2/26 at our 2nd roadshow with McCain Foods! We will be offering coupon prices and various food samples featuring high quality American Pork products, such as our delicious Cherrywood Smoked Dry Aged Bacon and Breakfast Pork Patties. Meet Jones Dairy Farm at the following Costco locations to celebrate the PORK & POTATO FAIR from January through April. Date & Locations: 2/15 – 2/19 Hisayama 2/22 – 2/26. Hiroshima 3/1 – 3/5. Kobe 3/15 – 3/19. Amagasaki 3/22 – 3/26 Izumi 4/5 – 4/9. Kyoto Yawata 4/12 – 4/16. Gifu […]

Come and meet the Jones Dairy Farm team at 9 Costco locations across Japan at our 2nd roadshow with McCain Foods. We will be offering coupon prices and various food samples featuring high quality American Pork products, such as our Cherrywood Smoked Dry Aged Bacon and Breakfast Pork Patties. Meet Jones Dairy Farm at the following Costco locations to celebrate the PORK & POTATO FAIR from January through April. Below are the details for the upcoming Costco Event. The event will be very similar to last time’s Porktoberfest with food trucks going to all locations. This time, we will be touring the Kyushu, Chugoku, Kansai, and Chubu region. Date & […]

In October 2022, our CEO of Jones Dairy Farm, Philip Jones, and the Jones team visited Japan! After landing in Tokyo, the Jones Dairy Farm team headed to 2 Costco locations in Japan to see examples of where Jones Dairy Farm’s delicious products are sold. It was a chance to meet up with Jones Dairy Farm fans, explore Japanese culture, and celebrate the shared love of bacon, turkey, and ham. Hisayama Costco Hisayama was the team’s first stop on October 23rd. It was a sunny day at this Costco location — very different weather from what the team is used to in chilly Wisconsin during the fall. They were surprised […]

Delicious, easy and gluten-free ideas to cook at home this holiday season There’s nothing like a well-cooked Christmas dinner to lift your spirits during the cold winter months. Whether you’re looking for a gluten-free meal, classic Christmas recipes, sides, or desserts, we hope to inspire you with some of Jones Dairy Farm’s original recipes this holiday season. Like our wholesome sausage, ham and bacon products — available exclusively at Costco shops throughout Japan — our recipes are made for families just like yours, so you’re sure to find something for your table this year. Traditional Christmas Recipes Hickory Smoked Ham Wellington It doesn’t get more traditional than a classic Christmas […]