Research and Development Structure
Organization Chart
The Sapporo Group’s Research and Development Structure is characterized by its ability to handle projects holistically, integrating the research functions of each group company—from the breeding of raw materials such as barley and hops to the development of containers and packaging, as well as Research into the materials and functions of lemon ingredients. Members with diverse expertise collaborate across
departments to leverage their respective strengths. By blending a culture that respects the initiatives of young researchers with the insights of experienced scientists, we drive R&D that combines practicality with future potential.An environment where R&D researchers can be involved from basic research through to commercialization supports their professional growth.
Sapporo Breweries
Product and Technology Development
Focused on Alcoholic Beverages
- Value Creation Frontier Laboratories
- R&D Strategy Department
- Product & Technology Innovation Department
- Crop Research Laboratories
Pokka Sapporo
Product and Technology Development Focused
on Lemons
- Fundamental Reserch Institute
- Product Development R&D Institute
- Lemon Technology Development Dept
R&D Centers
Our R&D centers are designed to provide an environment where researchers can deepen their expertise while collaborating across disciplines. Each center is equipped with facilities and functions tailored to its specific role, enabling the efficient advancement of research from basic science through to applied research and product development. Active information sharing takes place between centers, linking individual research achievements to value creation across the entire organization.
Crop Research Laboratories (Kamifurano, Hokkaido)
Crop Research Laboratories (Ota, Gunma)
Value Creation Frontier Laboratories, R&D Strategy Department, Product & Technology Innovation Department (Yaizu, Shizuoka)
Fundamental Research Institute, Lemon Technology Development Dept (Yaizu, Shizuoka)
Product & Technology Innovation Department (Kawasaki, Kanagawa)
Fundamental Research Institute, Product Development R&D Institute, Lemon Technology Development Dept (Kitanagoya, Aichi)
Kamifurano, Hokkaido
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Crop Research Laboratories 
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Raw Material Breeding Research | |
Ota, Gunma
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Crop Research Laboratories 
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Basic Technology Research on Raw Materials | |
Kawasaki, Kanagawa
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Product & Technology Innovation Department 
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RTD, Wine, and Spirits Development | |
Yaizu, Shizuoka
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Value Creation Frontier Laboratories 
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Chemical Analysis Research | |
| Fermentation Science and Fundamental Analytical Research | ||
| Future Value Research | ||
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Packaging Technology Development | |
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R&D Strategy Department
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Research Strategy | |
| Intellectual Property Strategy | ||
| Planning & Technology Academy | ||
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Product & Technology Innovation Department 
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Beer Development | |
| Mini Brewery | ||
| Pokka Sapporo | ||
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Lemon Technology Development Dept
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R&D on lemon processing technologies and ingredient development | |
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Fundamental Research Institute
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Functional Research | |
| Analytical Research | ||
Kitanagoya, Aichi
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Fundamental Reserch Institute Product Development R&D Institute Lemon Technology Development Dept 
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Strategy and planning for product R&D on Soft Drinks / Beverages , food, and other items Research on lemon processing technologies and ingredient development |
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