Japan Quality | Refrigerator

Everyday ease, designed to last

As an authentic Japanese brand, Panasonic does not compromise on quality, paying close attention to every detail in both design and manufacturing. We create products that provide peace of mind and can be trusted as lifelong partners by customers around the world.

Usability

Cooling

Durability

Diversity

History

Culture

USABILITY. Woman reaching for fresh ingredients in a stylish refrigerator.

Advancing our skills by challenging the ordinary

Impressive ease of use that defies convention

What makes a refrigerator truly easy to use for our customers? We strive to develop ideas unbound by standard methods and designs, and bring them to life with our reliable technology and craftsmanship.

Top unit with more than 50 related patents

We reimagined the refrigerator’s structure from the ground up, placing the compressor behind the top shelf instead of the conventional bottom position. Our design uses patent-protected technology, making it impossible to replicate.

Bottom unit fridge with compressor at the bottom, top unit fridge with compressor at the top.

Expanded storage space for easy access

By placing the compressor behind the top shelf—an area that would otherwise be difficult to use for storage—we’ve expanded the depth of the bottom shelf. The result is a spacious, easy-to-reach interior for effortless use.

Storage space comparison. Top unit fridge has more bottom shelf storage space than bottom unit fridge.

COOLING PERFORMANCE. Panasonic refrigerator in a testing room.

Consistent temperature is key to freshness

Delivers stable cooling performance under any conditions

To preserve the freshness and flavour of ingredients, precise control of cold air in each compartment maintains a consistent temperature throughout. Through rigorous testing under demanding conditions, our refrigerators deliver reliable cooling performance in any environment.

Tested in high temperature and humidity

We conducted performance tests that involved opening and closing the door in an environment with an ambient temperature of 35°C and 80% humidity. These tests confirmed that the system could provide sufficient cooling even under harsh conditions.

Panasonic worker conducting tests on a refrigerator.

Focused on uniform and constant temperature

Built-in sensors constantly monitor the temperature inside each compartment. They adjust the cold air and airflow to maintain a consistent, even temperature throughout the entire space.

View inside a refrigerator filled with various unlabeled containers for testing temperature control.

DURABILITY. Panasonic worker closely inspecting interior refrigerator shelves.

Working 24 hours a day, 365 days a year

Only products that meet our strict quality standards reach customers

We conduct thorough checks on basic strength and durability, as well as examine potential minor issues that may arise over time, such as doors becoming heavy or rattling after years of use. We only deliver products that have passed inspections conducted by both cutting-edge technology and experienced personnel.

Not only beautiful, but also strong

Rigorous impact tests are carried out by dropping a steel ball on the interior shelves. These tests simulate scenarios such as heavy food items being placed forcefully or unexpected accidents during product transportation.

A steel ball being dropped on a refrigerator shelf during testing.

Easy to open and close, even 20 years later

Doors and drawers are often handled many times a day. To ensure the rails won't become stiff over time, we conduct opening and closing tests that involve 120,000 open-close cycles, which is equivalent to about 20 years of use.

Panasonic worker opening a refrigerator drawer during testing.

DIVERSITY. A variety of fresh ingredients on trays for testing.

Many cultures, a world of flavours

Preserving the freshness and flavour of local ingredients

We design our refrigerators, sometimes even custom compartments, to meet local freshness needs. To ensure that any food can be cooled properly, we collect and conduct tests with ingredients from all over the world.

Variable temperature for diverse ingredients

In Asia, we offer products that feature variable-temperature compartments, allowing customers to set the temperature themselves. This ensures that local ingredients in every region can be stored properly in an optimal environment.

Various herbs and spices in glass jars for testing.

-3°C Soft Freezing, inspired by Japan

Prime Fresh preserves food at approximately -3°C, keeping ingredients fresh for longer. This soft freezing method also provides the convenience of slicing meat and fish easily without the need for thawing.

A salmon filet being placed into the Prime Fresh compartment

Family in a bright, modern kitchen. The mother smiles at her kids as she opens a Panasonic refrigerator while the father preps fresh ingredients.

Wellness begins with healthy eating

Close-up of Fresh Safe compartment. Fresh salmon filet being placed into Prime Fresh compartment.

All over the world, Panasonic refrigerators deliver reliability that is uncompromising. Especially when your food depends on it.

1953’s First Panasonic Refrigerator in a spotlight against a dark background.

Over 100 years of trusted expertise and innovation

Panasonic has always faced challenges head-on, driving innovation. Since introducing our first refrigerator in 1953, we have continued to refine and improve our products, guided by our commitment to earning and keeping customers’ trust. Our pursuit of excellence is never-ending.

First frost-free refrigerator: Automatically takes care of troublesome defrosting.

First 3-door refrigerator: Slim design with a separate vegetable compartment.

First INVERTER refrigerator: Power consumption about 50% that of conventional models.

Top-mounted compressor refrigerator: Freezer compartment 1.5 times larger than before.

ECONAVI energy-saving refrigerator: Automatically saves power based on usage.

First glass door refrigerator: Beautifully crafted with onyx mirror glass.

First top freezer refrigerator: Keeps meat and fish fresh at -3°C soft freezing.

First PRIME+ Edition refrigerator: A new premium addition to the Prime Edition series.

*1 For residential refrigerators. Released in Japan on October 1, 2005.

Healthy food culture, inspired by Japanese culture

Fresh ingredients, preserved and prepared in healthy and delicious ways

The islands of Japan boast a rich variety of food sources, including fresh seafood and seasonal agricultural products. Traditional cooking techniques highlighted the characteristic flavour of each ingredient while retaining their nutritional value. Today, this approach to cooking ensures delicious everyday meals and contributes to health and longevity.

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