KOJI EVENTS

A guided tasting and learning workshop all about koji and Japanese fermentation. For home cooks, chefs, and foodies of all backgrounds!

The Japanese Umami Workshop by Long Beach Koji introduces you to the world of koji — the ancient Japanese fermentation culture that creates natural sweetness, aroma, and deep savory flavor. You’ll explore how koji’s enzymes transform simple ingredients into nutrient‑rich, umami‑packed foods.

This workshop blends culture, science, and sensory experience to help you understand — and taste — how koji and umami elevate everyday cooking.

A Small-Group Deep Dive (Limited to 6 Participants) (※For Sep 22, Oct 24, and Nov 11 sessions)

This session is intentionally limited in size to create a more intimate learning environment. With only six participants, you’ll have extended time for Q&A, personalized guidance, and deeper discussion about koji, fermentation techniques, and how to use these ingredients in your own cooking.

During the workshop, you will...

• learn the basics of cooking with koji from a Japanese fermentation expert

• enjoy freshly made amazake

• take part in a guided umami tasting

• learn how ingredients like kombu (kelp), shiitake, and katsuobushi (bonito flakes) build layers of savory depth

• get hands‑on experience making your own shio koji

Every participant will go home with 1 pound of fresh organic koji from Long Beach Koji, ready to use in your own cooking.