Shoyu (Soy Sauce) Workshop
DELICIOUS LITTLE TOKYO 2025
Hands-on Workshop
presented by HAKKO and the Little Tokyo Community Council
Learn, Taste, Press, Brew! The Ultimate Soy Sauce Experience
SATURDAY, APRIL 19
1:30–3 pm
Japanese American National Museum
Nerio Education Center
100 N Central Avenue
How much do you know about shoyu, Japanese soy sauce? It’s more than just tamari or white soy sauce! Let’s dive deeper into this essential ingredient in Japanese cuisine.
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn about different types of Japanese soy sauce but also experience the traditional pressing process using a wooden press. Plus, you’ll get to start your batch of soy sauce and nurture it for a year until it’s ready to be enjoyed.
A fun and immersive experience awaits!
What you’ll learn & experience:
The history and key knowledge of Japanese soy sauce
Different types of Japanese soy sauce
A guided tasting & quiz featuring five varieties of soy sauce
Hands-on soy sauce making with step-by-step brewing guidance
$40 per person includes tasting, step-by-step brewing experience, and workshop materials.
MEET THE INSTRUCTOR
HAKKO
Yoko M. Lamn, founder of HAKKO, fermentation expert and miso sommelier, is passionate about bringing the wonders of Japanese fermented foods, especially koji-based, to a wider audience. With a mission to blend tradition with innovation in the US, she aims to share the joy of food culture. Join in exploring the delicious, unique world of fermentation together!
Follow HAKKO on Instagram @hakko.online
Website: www.hakko.online
THE FINE PRINT
Ticket purchases are FINAL SALE and non-refundable. Thank you for supporting the Little Tokyo Community Council!
The workshop will take place at the Nerio Education Center located inside the Japanese American National Museum, 100 N Central Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012. Please arrive at the Japanese American National Museum ten minutes early to check in prior to the workshop.
