
Tomoko Fushimi
Culinary Beverage Designer | R&D Specialist
Where beverge meets soul.
Guided by Kaizen.
Seaweed and Science
Pictured Above
From the Future Foods menu for Discourse Coffee. Features Hidaka konbu dashi, Buddha’s hand tincture, koji salt, green coffee extract, WS-5, and buzz button — showcasing sustainable, climate-adaptive ingredients.
Selected Work
Discourse Coffee — Head of Innovation
Leading flavor R&D and seasonal menu development for one of the most concept-driven cafes in the U.S.
Pabst Theater Group
Developed and executed drinks for a performing arts collaboration, showcasing the rich history of these performance centers.
Fitzy’s Cafe
Created full menu systems, trained baristas, and implemented innovative flavor formats.
Pilcrow Coffee — Head Roaster
Built roast profiles, trained staff, and helped develop the brand’s voice and flavor identity.
Advanced Drinkcraft (Upcoming Book Project)
A technical guide to modern beverage design, blending science, storytelling, and methodical flavor creation.