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Fermentation Index

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From how it works to the words for it — as deep as you need. Read it in order, or just skip to what interests you.

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00Illustration of Mugi and Hakkoh-chanThe Secrets of FermentationLearn about the wonders of fermentation with Mugi. 3-minute episodes you can read through pictures and conversation. If it feels difficult, start here first. (in Japanese)Easy12 episodes planned / 12 published so far→01Illustration of invisible microbesFermentation BasicsFrom not knowing what fermentation even is, to confidently brewing your first batch of miso. Six chapters you can read in order. (in Japanese)入門6 chapters / about 43 min→02Illustration of molecules and measurement graphsDown the Fermentation Rabbit HoleFor those who've finished Basics — one level deeper into fermentation. A fresh look through molecules and numbers. Come on in, if you're the type to get hooked. (in Japanese)どっぷり6 chapters / about 54 min→03Illustration of a network spreading across regionsHow Far Fermentation ReachesHow the same principle branched out across Japan's regions, took different forms around the world, and how long it's been with us. No need to read them in order. (in Japanese)読みもの3 chapters / about 28 min→04Illustration of a fermenting jarFermentation GlossaryLook up terms about koji, enzymes, and fermentation. If you come across a word you don't understand while reading, you can check it here. (in Japanese)500+ terms→
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