THE FOOD LOSS REDUCTION MARKETPLACE FOR ALL.

bananaq is Japan's only digital food marketplace that offers an end-to-end solution for both commercial and household food loss.

We're all in this together so we're connecting food lovers, food businesses, and food banks all in one place!

bananaq supports the Sustainable Development Goals

We help sellers succeed by getting their discounted products to the market so deal-hunting buyers can have plenty of choices! Want more discounts?

Participate in our hassle-free donation and you don't just get to share what you don't need, you also get rewarded for doing it!

Welcome to bananaq!

BUYERS

bananaq supports the idea of ”leave no one behind” that the SDGs pledge and provides services that can be used by as many people as possible.

Foreigner Friendly

Available in English so non-Japanese speakers can enjoy it too.

Kids Friendly

We made a special badge for minors under 20 so they can safely buy products

Special Diet-Friendly

Food Business owners can also buy from fellow sellers.

Business Friendly

Food Business owners can also buy from fellow sellers.

Pet Friendly

Food for all means even for your pet-friend. A special section is dedicated to pet foods

BUYERS - HOW IT WORKS?

Just imagine we are your personal food match-maker. From searching for that food bargain to picking up your order from your favorite local seller - a few steps and you're done! We made buying incredibly easy for you!

Search and Select

Search with keywords, use the filter, check out the featured items, or simply browse through the selections.

Place Order

Pay instantly with credit card or cash. Choose available handling methods - pick-up or delivery, even by mail!

Receive Order

Pick-up your order or seat back, relax, and wait for your delivery.

Buy More. Give More. Receive More.

When shopping at bananaq,

You can share your surplus food at home to those who need it through a food bank.

Food will be collected free of charge. If you donate, you will get a discount voucher that can be used at bananaq.

In addition, the surplus food brought by employees of partner companies will be donated to support groups.

About collecting and donating surplus food from households
After August 2021, we will conduct demonstration experiments with food banks and partner companies in some areas, mainly in Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture. We will expand to areas after Spring 2022.
bananaq shopping site will provide services in all regions from July 2021.

OUR STORY AND MISSION

　Together we can make a difference!

bananaq is not just your ordinary marketplace, we are a caring community where everybody matters. We believe that together we can do great things - for the businesses, for every household, for the environment, and most importantly, for those who are in need. No one is left behind.

bananaq traces its humble beginnings from its founders' quest to find a solution to food insecurity. Immersion to different cultures over the years served as an eye-opener to the striking contrast of food abundance and scarcity among different societies within Japan and the rest of the world. This triggered a desire to minimize food waste and get as much food as possible in the table of people and communities in need.

BUYERS

Farmers and Fishermen

Aside from Farmers and Fishermen, we even have meat shops!

Food Artisans

Specialty food made by locals and sold by locals. From green tea to Christmas cake, we have it all!

Restaurants and Cafes

Indian Curry, French Bread, and your favorite Sushi - our partner restaurants and bakeries offer different cuisines from across the world.

Retailers

Looking for groceries and essential items? Your local food supermarket has some great deals for you!

Wedding Venues and Convention Centers

Experience delicious meals served by your wedding and convention place with just a few clicks.

Pet Food Retailers

Businesses that manufacture and sell pet food.

bananaq is a food E-commerce app to reduce food waste where all foods are gathered.

We are looking for more registrations of food business operators.

SELLERS - HOW IT WORKS?

bananaq continues to be improved based on your opinions so that food business owners can use the app more easily.

Quick Sign-Up and Instant Approval!

Sign-up and get fast-approval using our secured biometric technology. Start selling in minutes!

Create your listing

Take pictures and describe your product Deliver products or let buyers pick-up. Get paid by credit card, cash, or eWallet. Share with your followers or via Social Media.

Start Receiving Orders

Manage orders using the Order Management Screen. Chat with your buyers.

Fulfill and Complete Order

Update the Order Status and mark product as Ready for Pick-up or Delivery in Progress Quick order search tool allows fast retrieval of order details