Park Jin-young Invests 2 Billion Won Annually in JYP’s Canteen, Emphasizing “Trainees Are My Children”

Park Jin-young is investing 2 billion won per year in operating JYP Entertainment’s canteen, drawing attention to his philosophy on health. The organic canteen was featured on MBC’s “Full Exposure” on the 1st, where its scale and operational principles generated significant interest.

The management of food ingredients in the canteen is extremely strict. A total of 220 million won is allocated annually solely to organic kimchi, and no MSG or GMOs are used. Plastic or metal utensils are also completely avoided. Park Jin-young added, “Frying is really important. It’s made with organic cold-pressed oil, so even if people eat a lot, it’s easy to digest,” and explained, “All the kimchi is made using only organic ingredients.”

Park Jin-young had a clear reason for establishing such a canteen. He stated, “As long as trainees are here, I treat them as my own children and must feed them well.” He mentioned feeling guilty when seeing trainees eating instant food from convenience stores at their previous office, which drove him to recognize the need for a canteen.

Employees also responded positively. The head of the dedicated team said, “I think JYP’s food in Seongnae-dong is the best. Eating this has made me feel healthier. I stay full after eating here, so I don’t reach for snacks.” Another employee praised the canteen proudly, saying, “It’s much tastier than buying food outside. People even come here to eat on their days off.”

Park Jin-young’s health management philosophy extends beyond the canteen. He has previously given health lectures to Suzy, explaining methods to purify the blood and advising her to use organic products for cosmetics, toothpaste, shampoo, and detergents.

Park Jin-young’s canteen is set to expand further as his company plans to relocate its office. He said, “The kitchen will triple in size, allowing us to obtain permission for boxed lunches,” expecting company members to be able to eat healthy meals even during external engagements. The boxed lunches are planned to be provided free of charge.