Fermentation and Me
I am a native Japanese speaker based in Tokyo with over 20 years of experience as a professional Japanese-English interpreter, specializing in business meetings, seminars, trade shows, broadcasting, and more.
Why Fermentation?
My fascination with fermentation began on a hot summer day a few years ago, when I noticed that some shredded cabbage I had placed in a Mason jar had turned pleasantly sour after a few days. Intrigued by this natural transformation, my curiosity about the magic of fermentation and fermented foods was sparked.
I’m passionate about meeting new people, traveling, and sharing good food. Most of all, I love building communities where people can connect, exchange knowledge, and share their love (of course!) for Japanese fermented foods and beverages.
Today, I’m captivated by the world of sake—even though one glass can make me blush! I now teach a sake-tasting class where participants learn the basics of this iconic Japanese beverage and discover the joys of pairing it with food.
I’ve also had the pleasure of accompanying fermentation tours to miso, soy sauce (shoyu), and sake breweries and others sharing the rich history and flavors of Japanese fermentation.
Credentials: Fermented Food Meister/Professional certified by the Japan Fermented Food Culture Association