Japanese culinary machine maker cooks up emerging market expansion

UTSUNOMIYA, Japan — A Japanese company successful internationally with its encrusting machines — little-known devices essential for making various foods — now looks to combat the effects of U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs by cultivating emerging markets.

Rheon Automatic Machinery develops customizable machines that wrap snacks and pastry fillings in dough and other substances. Its machines are used in around 130 countries and regions.