Chef Kotani started his journey to approach a younger audience to educate the health benefits of buckwheat after two decades of research and experience of mastering his craft. He taught chefs, restaurant owners, and students around the world.

As a chef, he dedicates himself to working with several authentic Japanese restaurants and executing his culinary vision. An in-depth study of buckwheat's benefits to the human body after losing a family member with a severe illness inspired him to put massive efforts and commitment to mindful eating with natural, clean ingredients to live a longer and healthier life.

His passion and knowledge for cooking health-conscious dishes led him to produce 100% buckwheat gluten-free soba noodles. His mission is to share the health benefits of consuming soba with a broader range of people. Now, he is one step closer to his goal through the Towari project.ani started his journey to approach a younger audience to educate the health benefits of buckwheat after two decades of research and experience of mastering his craft. He taught chefs, restaurant owners, and students around the world.