Online Japanese Fermentation Workshop Chapter 1: Make Koji-Based Seasonings - $20

Discover the foundation of Japanese fermentation and learn how to make your own traditional Koji seasonings at home.

In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll learn what Koji is, why it has been used in Japanese cooking for over 1,000 years, and how it naturally enhances flavor, sweetness, and umami while supporting gut health.

Together, we’ll make three essential Koji-based seasonings:

• Soy Sauce Koji

• Salt Koji

• Ama (Sweet) Koji

You’ll also learn:

• Fermentation safety basics

• Two fermentation methods (room temperature & heated)

• What to expect during fermentation

• How to store and use your seasonings

• How to identify healthy fermentation vs spoilage

During class, I’ll also demonstrate simple ways to use your seasonings in everyday cooking, including tofu, marinades, yogurt, chia pudding, and/or matcha lattes.

This class is perfect for beginners interested in:

• Japanese fermentation and rice Koji

• Gut health

• Homemade seasonings

• Authentic Japanese home cooking

DOWNLOAD THE INGREDIENT & TOOL LIST HERE

INGREDIENT AVAILABILITY: 

Some ingredients may not be readily available in all regions. Participants are responsible for sourcing ingredients prior to class.

DOWNLOAD THE INGREDIENT & TOOL LIST HERE

SUBSTITUTION:
Ingredient substitutions may alter the flavor, texture, and overall outcome of the recipe.

ALLERGY: 

Participants are responsible for reviewing all ingredient lists and determining whether recipes are appropriate for their dietary needs and allergies.

PLEASE KNOW:

Every kitchen is different, and individual results may vary based on factors including ingredient quality, ingredient substitutions, equipment, cooking experience, and adherence to recipe instructions.

While every effort is made to provide clear instruction and guidance, the instructor cannot guarantee identical results for all participants. By registering for this class, participants acknowledge that variations in appearance, texture, flavor, and final outcome are a normal part of cooking.

If you have questions regarding ingredients, substitutions, dietary restrictions, or equipment requirements, please contact us at info@kojiandmore.com before purchasing a ticket.

To help you get the most out of the class experience, please complete the following before joining:

• Please measure out all ingredients in advance before the class begins.

• Remove all ingredients (except meat and fish, if applicable) from the refrigerator ahead of time.

• Organize all cooking tools and equipment according to the provided tool list so everything is easy to access during class.

• Wash and thoroughly dry all produce before class starts.

• When possible, pre-portion or pre-measure ingredients for each recipe.

• Organizing ingredients by recipe on rimmed baking sheets or small trays is highly recommended for efficiency.

• Some additional preparation instructions may be shared a few days before class. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.

• One ticket per device. Families or groups watching together on the same device only need one ticket. Multiple viewers may join from separate devices require separate tickets.

• The online event is held via Zoom. The access link will be delivered via email the day before the event. 

• Participants are responsible for ensuring they have a stable internet connection and a device capable of accessing the online class platform.

• You may join the class starting 5 minutes before the scheduled start time.

• The class will begin on time, even if all participants have not yet joined.

• If you join late, you may still enter the class; however, please note that you may miss important steps or demonstrations. For the best experience, punctuality is strongly recommended.

• Since presentation slides will be shared during class, we strongly recommend joining from a computer or iPad rather than a mobile phone for better visibility.