In this episode, author and food consultant Momoko Nakamura shares about her experiences working in food media and how it led to her publishing a book resource for plant-based food in Tokyo. With a background in making shows like Iron Chef and Master Chef during her time outside Japan, Momoko is now based in Tokyo and working to better connect people with the Japanese countryside. In this discussion, she explains her strong connection to rice and how it led to her developing a network of farmers, craftspeople, and cooks all across the country. She talked about some of the challenges of discussing sustainable food practices within Japan and shared her thoughts about key lifestyle approaches in Japan that resonate with her. Find her online via the links below for more!

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