Yakult Plus probiotic drink

Yakult is a world-renowned probiotic milk drink originally created in Japan in 1935 by Dr. Minoru Shirota. The drink contains a unique strain of bacteria, Lactobacillus casei Shirota, which was cultivated to aid digestive health. Since its inception, Yakult has grown from a local Japanese health product into a global household name, available in dozens of countries across the world.

While the brand maintains its headquarters and deep roots in Japan, Yakult operates numerous manufacturing facilities globally to ensure freshness within local markets. For the European market, products are typically manufactured in the Netherlands, while other regions are served by factories in countries such as China, Brazil, Mexico, and Australia. The product shown, Yakult Plus, is a variant enriched with Vitamin C and fiber, reflecting the brand’s continued evolution in the functional food sector.

The global operations are overseen by Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd. Based in Tokyo, the company remains the ultimate owner and continues to lead research into probiotics. In many regions, the product is distributed by local subsidiaries like Yakult UK Ltd or Yakult Europe B.V., ensuring that the legacy of Dr. Shirota's gut-health mission remains accessible to international consumers.