Ebisawa Koji Shop

Inuyama City is one of Aichi Prefecture’s most popular tourist destinations. Ebisawa Koji Shop is located in a tranquil mountainous area just outside the city center. The owner, Tetsuya Ebisawa, began to reconsider the importance of spending time with his family and the food he ate while working as a company employee. This inspired him to become a farmer. He began growing rice without pesticides and later opened his koji shop to share the value and importance of fermented foods. At Ebisawa Koji Shop, the focus goes beyond simply selling koji. The shop aims to share traditional fermentation knowledge and help people incorporate it into their everyday lives. Classes are offered on making fermented seasonings such as miso, soy sauce, and shio-koji (salted rice koji), where participants can learn how to use koji and discover the fascinating world of fermentation. The shop also trains participants to become instructors themselves. Those who complete the training go on to hold workshops in various locations, helping to expand a growing community of people learning through koji. Why not learn about fermentation directly from a koji expert? You can experience Japanese fermentation culture and discover traditional knowledge that can easily be incorporated into your daily meals. For the latest information about classes and workshops, check the official LINE account and Instagram of Ebisawa Koji Shop. The shop also sells koji, amazake, yangnyeom koji, and other products.