Japanese Fermentation for Gut Health & Longevity

Japanese Fermentation for Gut Health & Longevity
Discover the Secret Behind Japan's Traditional Wellness Foods
Presented by Active ZEN
Led by Japanese Fermentation Expert Saki Yamaguchi

🌿 Why Are So Many People Interested in Japanese Longevity?
Japan is home to some of the longest-living and healthiest populations in the world.
Many people around the world are curious about the daily habits that contribute to Japanese health, vitality, and longevity.
One important reason is Japan's rich fermentation culture.
For centuries, Japanese families have used fermented foods to create flavorful meals while supporting digestion, nutrition, and overall well-being.
In this beginner-friendly workshop, you'll discover one of Japan's best-kept wellness secrets:
Koji (麹)
A traditional fermented ingredient that has been used for generations to create healthy and delicious foods.

🌸 Do Any of These Sound Familiar?
✔ You want to improve your gut health naturally
✔ You are interested in healthy aging and longevity
✔ You want more energy throughout the day
✔ You care about nutrition but don't have time for complicated diets
✔ You are curious about Japanese food and wellness practices
✔ You want sustainable habits rather than temporary health trends
If so, this workshop may be perfect for you.

🌾 What Is Koji?
Koji is often called the foundation of Japanese cuisine.
It is used to create many traditional Japanese foods, including:
✔ Miso
✔ Soy Sauce
✔ Sake
✔ Shio-Koji
✔ Amazake
For centuries, Japanese households have used koji to create naturally flavorful foods while supporting digestive health and nutrition.
Today, chefs, nutritionists, and wellness communities around the world are rediscovering its benefits.

💡 What You Will Gain
By participating in this workshop, you will:
✔ Learn the foundations of Japanese fermentation
✔ Understand how fermented foods support gut health
✔ Discover the connection between food, wellness, and longevity in Japanese culture
✔ Make your own Shio-Koji at home
✔ Learn simple ways to use Koji in everyday cooking
✔ Explore practical wellness habits you can immediately incorporate into your lifestyle
Many participants also leave feeling:
✔ Inspired to cook more at home
✔ More mindful about food choices
✔ More connected to healthy daily habits

👥 Who Is This For?
✔ People interested in gut health and digestion
✔ Wellness enthusiasts
✔ Individuals interested in healthy aging and longevity
✔ Japanese food lovers
✔ Home cooks seeking healthier ingredients
✔ Busy professionals looking for sustainable wellness habits
✔ Anyone curious about Japanese culture and traditional food wisdom
No cooking experience is required.

🌸 About the Experience
This is not a complicated cooking class.
It is a practical and beginner-friendly introduction to Japanese fermentation and wellness.
The workshop combines:
✔ Japanese cultural wisdom
✔ Fermentation education
✔ Hands-on learning
✔ Everyday wellness practices
During the session, you will:
✨ Learn the history and significance of Japanese fermentation
✨ Discover the science and benefits of Koji
✨ Make your own Shio-Koji
✨ Learn how to use it in simple everyday meals

🌿 Why Japanese Fermentation Matters Today
Many wellness trends focus on quick results.
Japanese fermentation takes a different approach.
Rather than strict diets or complicated routines, it emphasizes small daily habits that can be sustained for a lifetime.
Japanese food culture teaches balance, simplicity, and consistency.
This workshop introduces these principles in a practical and accessible way.

🌾 What You Will Make
Shio-Koji
A traditional Japanese fermented seasoning made from rice koji, salt, and water.
During the workshop, you'll create your own batch to ferment at home.
You will learn how to use it to:
✔ Marinate meat and fish
✔ Enhance vegetables
✔ Add natural umami to meals
✔ Reduce reliance on processed seasonings
✔ Create healthier home-cooked dishes
Shio-Koji is simple to make and typically ready within 5–7 days.

👩‍🍳 Instructor
Saki Yamaguchi
Gut Health Advocate | Japanese Cooking & Fermentation Expert
✔ 20+ years in the food industry
✔ 10+ years teaching experience
✔ Certified Fermentation Specialist
✔ Taught over 1,000 students
Her philosophy:
"Food is Life."
She believes that small daily food choices can create lasting improvements in health, balance, and overall well-being.

🌸 Event Details
📅 June 28, 2026 (Sunday)
🕒 5:00–6:00 PM PST
🕒 8:00–9:00 PM EST
📍 Online via Zoom
✔ Beginner-friendly
✔ Conducted live from Japan
✔ Multilingual translation support available
✔ Interactive and hands-on format

🍶 Workshop Flow
① Welcome & Introduction
② The Story of Japanese Fermentation
③ What Is Koji?
④ Hands-On Shio-Koji Making
⑤ Everyday Uses & Simple Recipes
⑥ Q&A

🥣 Tools Needed
✔ Rice Koji (150g)
✔ Salt (50g)
✔ Water (240g)
✔ Mixing bowl
✔ Storage container
✔ Alcohol spray
Shopping recommendations will be provided after registration.

✔ Before the Workshop
Please prepare all ingredients and tools before the session.
This will allow you to fully enjoy the hands-on experience.

🎟 Reserve Your Spot
Seats are limited.
✔ Beginner-friendly
✔ Solo participants welcome
✔ Supportive and interactive environment
Whether you are new to fermentation or simply curious about Japanese wellness practices, we warmly welcome you.
Join us and discover how one simple Japanese ingredient can support a healthier, more mindful lifestyle.

🌿 About Active ZEN
Active ZEN brings traditional Japanese wisdom into modern life through tea ceremony, fermentation, calligraphy, and other mindful cultural experiences.
Our mission is to help people around the world discover practical ways to cultivate greater health, balance, and well-being through Japanese culture.

👩 About the Organizer
Kaori Ota
Founder of Active ZEN
Former international flight attendant with ANA (All Nippon Airways).
Having traveled to more than 50 countries, she now creates Japanese cultural experiences that help people around the world connect with Japanese wisdom, culture, and well-being.

💬 Notice
Photos and videos may be taken during the event and shared on our website or social media.
If you prefer not to appear in photos or videos, please inform the organizer in advance.

Cancellations made 48+ hours before the event: Full refund
Cancellations within 48 hours: Non-refundable
No-shows: Non-refundable
If the event is canceled or rescheduled by the organizer, a full refund or alternative date will be offered.

A recording will be available for 7 days as a courtesy for registered participants.