Omure Toji Leads the Next Generation "Everyone at this distillery must learn how koji mold grows on steamed rice before they can do anything else in the company,” said Mr. Omure, Master Brewer-Distiller of Taikai Shuzo. Wiry and affable, the second generation toji spoke fondly of the young workers he supervises on the floor of the Kanoya, Kagoshima-based distillery. Mr. … [Read more...]