The Japanese Culinary Academy Certification was established by the Japanese Culinary Academy Certification Association in 2019 with the aim of promoting Japanese cuisine internationally and passing it on to the next generation. The certification test evaluates Japanese culinary proficiency in terms of both knowledge and skill, and certifies those who have passed as possessing competency in Japanese culinary techniques.
Until recently, Japanese culinary techniques have typically been described in vague terms.
However, Japanese cuisine has become popular all around the world, with more than 110,000 Japanese restaurants outside Japan. As such, it has become necessary to convey these techniques correctly in a manner that is easy to understand and fairly evaluate the skills and knowledge obtained by culinary professionals. The Japanese Culinary Academy Certification is intended to disseminate proper skills and knowledge of Japanese cuisine in a broad and fair manner regardless of race or gender, nationality or specialty in cuisine, both in Japan and abroad.
Certification will be divided broadly into two categories: Fundamental Certification and Advanced Certification.
The Fundamental Certification will cover Japanese cuisine and its culture, history, and concepts, while the Advanced Certification will cover the acquisition of specialized knowledge and concepts related to each technique.
Those who have passed the Advanced Certification test and registered a passing grade are eligible to take the Advanced Certification test.
The Advanced Certification will initially begin with the test on "Flavor and Seasonings: Dashi, Umami, and Fermented Foods," with plans to sequentially prepare tests in other areas.
Japanese Culinary Academy Certification Association
Representative Director: Kurisu Masahiro
For Questions regarding the Japanese Culinary Academy Certification
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