I am Dr. Mana Iwamoto, a dermatologist specializing in aesthetics. After spending 20 years in France, I have returned to clinical practice in Japan, focusing on anti-aging medicine and regenerative medicine.
My encounter with Mr. Yamashita was a symphony of "Agriculture and Beauty." He is not just a farmer, but a poet of the fields and a magician who captivates grand chefs. I deeply resonated with his "農道 farming philosophy" and became eager to uncover the secrets of the vegetables from Yamashita Farm.
Admittedly, I was unfamiliar with agriculture and had an aversion to raw vegetables. 😅However, believing in the crossover of agriculture and beauty, I was determined to scientifically explore the miracle of turnips. Over the past year, I immersed myself in agriculture and plants, visiting botanical gardens nationwide and even the Tokyo University of Agriculture. I sought expertise, and eventually, I found the answer in the aesthetics of the heart, culminating in the completion of our book.
The harvest festival at Yamashita Farm is a bountiful carnival dedicated to Bacchus, the god of wine and pleasure, and the myriad deities of Japan. I believe that this year, once again, attendees truly enjoyed the harmony woven by Mr. Yamashita's farming philosophy and aesthetics.
I have a friend, "Ramen-lover Koike", who eats ramen thrice a week. He recommended "Ebara Nakano's Tagano" in Tokyo. Arriving early, we had a short wait and enjoyed the local ambiance. The highlight? A man behind us ordered FOUR ramen bowls!
The day was as memorable as the delicious ramen itself.