Yakult fermented milk

Yakult is a world-renowned probiotic dairy product invented in Japan in 1935 by Dr. Minoru Shirota. It is characterized by its unique strain of lactic acid bacteria, Lactobacillus casei Shirota. The brand has a significant global presence, with production facilities distributed across numerous countries to serve local markets.

In Brazil, Yakult has a long-standing history, establishing its first factory in the country in the late 1960s. The product shown in the image is manufactured locally in Brazil (specifically at their plant in Lorena, São Paulo) to supply the domestic market. The brand continues to be owned and managed by the parent company, Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd., based in Tokyo, Japan, which maintains strict quality control over its international subsidiaries.