For Chefs & Buyers

Connect directly with traditional producers in rural Japan — and understand the story behind every product.

I offer private sourcing experiences for chefs, restaurant owners, and food professionals seeking authentic ingredients and meaningful connections.

This is not a typical sightseeing experience.

It is designed for professionals who want to:

• Discover high-quality, authentic products
• Meet producers directly
• Understand production methods and philosophy
• Build long-term relationships

With local access and deep cultural insight, I help you go beyond surface-level visits and truly understand what you are sourcing.

A sushi restaurant owner from the United States visited Yuasa, the birthplace of Japanese soy sauce, to explore authentic producers.

During the visit:

• We visited two traditional soy sauce breweries
• At the oldest brewery in Yuasa, we were given special access inside the storage area, where large wooden barrels are used for fermentation
• The guest learned directly from the producer about ingredients, fermentation processes, and history

This was not just a visit — it led to real business outcomes:

• The guest purchased a significant quantity of products from both breweries
• With one producer, discussions progressed to concrete terms for ongoing supply
• By the end of the day, both sides had started building a long-term business relationship

This is the kind of connection I aim to facilitate — not just visits, but meaningful partnerships.

I match you with producers based on your needs, cuisine, and philosophy.

Visit places that are not easily accessible without local connections.

Not just translation — I help bridge cultural and technical understanding.

Understand not only what you taste, but why it matters.

Support meaningful conversations that can lead to long-term collaboration.

• Chefs looking for unique, high-quality ingredients
• Restaurant owners seeking differentiation
• Food professionals interested in Japanese fermentation and craftsmanship
• Buyers exploring direct sourcing from Japan

Meet traditional brewers and explore the origins of shoyu sauce.

Discover the depth of Japan’s preserved plum culture with the highest quality fruits.

Understand how tableware enhances presentation and dining experience.

A treasure trove of fruits, a variety of products created from Wakayama.

Each experience is privately arranged based on your needs.

Starting from ¥120,000 per day

Includes:

• Pre-tour consultation
• Producer selection & coordination
• Private guiding & interpretation
• Cultural and production insights

Final pricing depends on the scope, number of visits, and level of customization.

・Based in Wakayama with strong local connections

・Deep knowledge of food culture, fermentation, and regional industries

・Experience working with international guests

・Focus on quality, authenticity, and long-term relationships

Tell me what you are looking for — ingredients, techniques, or connections — and I will design a tailored experience for you.

You don’t need to have everything decided — I’m happy to guide you through the process.