Fit Life Coffee - 510g

1. Product Overview

FIT LIFE COFFEE is a Japanese functional instant coffee developed by Mill Souhonsha Co., Ltd., combining the familiar taste of coffee with the dietary fibre indigestible dextrin. Designed for consumption with meals, this product helps moderate the absorption of sugar from food and is particularly suited to individuals who are beginning to monitor their post-meal blood glucose levels. It is officially approved in Japan as a Food for Specified Health Uses (FOSHU/Tokuho), distinguishing it from conventional instant coffee through its recognised functional properties.

Each 8.5g sachet contains 6.8g of dietary fibre, including 6.4g of indigestible dextrin as the functional ingredient, while providing just 11 kcal per serving. The convenient instant powder dissolves in approximately 100ml of hot water, allowing consumers to incorporate it into their daily mealtime routine without complicated preparation. The product has established a long-standing presence in Japan, with more than 25 years on the market and cumulative sales exceeding 300 million cups as of May 2023.

Manufactured at Mill Souhonsha's own facility in Kyoto, FIT LIFE COFFEE is offered in 5-, 30-, and 60-sachet configurations. The 510g pack contains 60 individually portioned sachets and has a 12-month shelf life. Its combination of Japanese FOSHU approval, convenient portion-controlled packaging, and established domestic market presence makes it a relevant addition to functional beverage and health food product portfolios.

Buyer Type: Importers and distributors of Japanese functional beverages, health food wholesalers, wellness product retailers, pharmacies and health-oriented retail chains, supermarkets, and e-commerce retailers seeking instant coffee products with recognised functional food positioning.

2. Certifications & Production Standards

FOSHU (Food for Specified Health Uses / Tokuho): FIT LIFE COFFEE is approved in Japan as a FOSHU product, with an authorised claim relating to the ability of indigestible dextrin dietary fibre to moderate the absorption of sugar from meals. This approval provides a recognised Japanese regulatory basis for the product's functional positioning. 

Quality Management: Manufactured at Mill Souhonsha's own factory in Kyoto, Japan. The company operates under ISO 9001 quality management certification covering its development, manufacturing, sales, and service activities.

Export Readiness

3. Ingredient List & Nutrition Facts

Ingredients: Indigestible dextrin (manufactured in the USA and South Korea), powdered coffee.

Functional Ingredient: Indigestible dextrin (dietary fibre), 6.4g per 8.5g sachet.

Nutrition Facts (Per 8.5g Sachet)

Nutrition values and ingredients match the manufacturer's published product information. The manufacturer's additional listing reports 57mg caffeine per sachet.

Functional Benefits

• Moderates Sugar Absorption: Contains indigestible dextrin, a dietary fibre that helps moderate the absorption of sugar contained in meals, consistent with the product's approved Japanese FOSHU claim.
• Post-Meal Blood Glucose Management: Developed for consumers who are beginning to be concerned about their blood glucose levels after meals.
• High Dietary Fibre Content: Provides 6.8g of dietary fibre per 8.5g sachet, supporting the product's fibre-focused functional food positioning.
• Low-Calorie Serving: Delivers 11 kcal per sachet, making it a convenient addition to a health-conscious daily beverage routine.
• Convenient Daily Consumption: Combines functional dietary fibre with instant coffee, allowing consumers to maintain a familiar coffee-drinking routine.

Allergen Information: Not provided; allergen declaration requires confirmation from the manufacturer.

Consumption Precaution: This product is not intended to treat or cure diabetes or other diseases. Individuals who have been advised that they have abnormal blood glucose levels, or who are currently receiving diabetes treatment, should consult a healthcare professional before consumption. 

4. Product Usage Instructions

1. Open one 8.5g sachet of FIT LIFE COFFEE.
2. Pour the coffee powder into a cup.
3. Add approximately 100ml of hot water.
4. Stir until the powder is fully dissolved.
5. Enjoy one cup with a meal as part of a balanced diet.

Recommended Serving: One sachet (8.5g) prepared with approximately 100ml of hot water at mealtime.

Suggested Application: Suitable as a functional coffee beverage for everyday mealtime consumption, particularly for individuals seeking to moderate the absorption of sugar from meals.

5. Storage & Handling

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
• Protect the product from excessive heat and moisture during storage and transportation.
• Keep individual sachets sealed until ready for preparation.
• Use within the stated 12-month shelf life and follow the expiry information printed on the packaging.

Shelf Life: 12 months.

Packaging: Individually portioned 8.5g sachets, with 60 sachets per 510g retail pack.

6. Product Highlights

• Japan FOSHU-Approved Functional Coffee: Officially approved as a Food for Specified Health Uses (Tokuho) in Japan, with a recognised claim for moderating sugar absorption from meals.
• Dietary Fibre-Enriched Formula: Each 8.5g sachet provides 6.8g of dietary fibre, including 6.4g of indigestible dextrin as the functional ingredient.
• Convenient Instant Preparation: Dissolves in approximately 100ml of hot water and is designed for consumption with meals.
• Established Japanese Market Presence: More than 25 years on the market, with cumulative sales exceeding 300 million cups as of May 2023.
• Manufactured in Kyoto, Japan: Produced at Mill Souhonsha's own factory under the company's ISO 9001 quality management system.
• Practical Retail and Distribution Packaging: Available in 5-, 30-, and 60-sachet packs, with a 12-month shelf life and carton configuration of 20 retail packs.
• Functional Beverage Market Appeal: Suitable for importers, distributors, and retailers looking to expand their Japanese health food and functional instant coffee selections.

7. About Mill Souhonsha Co., Ltd.

Established in 1977 and based in Kyoto, Japan, Mill Souhonsha Co., Ltd. is a manufacturer and supplier of health foods and functional beverages, with nearly 50 years of experience in developing health-oriented products. The company specialises in functional food innovation, including its flagship Fit Life Coffee, which is approved as a Food for Specified Health Uses (FOSHU/Tokuho) product in Japan. Operating its own manufacturing facility in Kyoto under ISO 9001 quality management standards, Mill Souhonsha combines product development expertise with established manufacturing capabilities. Serving the Japanese and Asian markets through retail, wholesale and e-commerce channels, the company is also exploring opportunities in Southeast Asia and East Asia, offering international importers and distributors Japanese-made health food and functional beverage products.