A journalist who has been living in Italy for over 38 years. She is the first Japanese person recognized by the Ministry of Agricultural and Forestry Policies as a taster of virgin olive oil. She is a member of the jury for several olive oil competitions worldwide and teaches through seminars in Japan. A former editor-in-chief of the Japanese magazine Amarena, she has published several books in Italy, including The Art of Sushi, Ramen, and The Book of Sake and Japanese Spirits.
