Who he is
Japanese, 2014 World Barista Champion — the first Japanese WBC winner. Founder of Samurai Coffee Experience and now a global educator and consultant.
Philosophy
- Service as ceremony. Japanese hospitality (omotenashi) applied to specialty coffee.
- Detail is craft. From water temperature to cup placement, nothing is incidental.
- Coffee educators carry a duty to the whole supply chain.
Notable quotes
"Hospitality is the seasoning that makes a great coffee unforgettable."
Signature gear & coffee
- La Marzocco · Mythos
- Maruyama Coffee (during competition years)
Known for
- 2014 WBC champion
- Bringing a distinctly Japanese hospitality lens to the world stage
Championships
2014 · World Barista Championship
Champion- Sponsor
- Maruyama Coffee