Master of Japanese Cuisine Academy and Rouxbe Forge Partnership to Meet Demand for Professional Japanese Culinary Expertise

VANCOUVER, B.C. – Japanese cuisine has undeniably secured its place as one of the fastest-growing culinary segments worldwide. However, the shortage of chefs trained in Japanese cuisine has created a significant gap in meeting the escalating demand. In response, the Master of Japanese Cuisine Academy (MJCA) was established in 2018 in Europe, aiming to address this shortage by providing high-quality educational programs on Japanese cuisine globally.

“Today, we are delighted to announce a groundbreaking partnership between MJCA and Rouxbe, a leader in online culinary education,” said Gary Apito, Chief Executive Officer at Rouxbe. “This collaboration is the Sushi Foundations course, a meticulous exploration of the art of sushi-making. Designed to bridge the gap between demand and training opportunities, this course offers students detailed step-by-step instructions and precise feedback, ensuring mastery of fundamental sushi skills.”

MJCA’s decision to leverage Rouxbe’s well-established online platform is driven by a shared commitment to providing top-tier culinary education. Rouxbe’s proven expertise in online learning, combined with MJCA’s dedication to Japanese culinary traditions, will empower students globally to acquire essential skills and insights into Japanese cuisine.

“This partnership is a milestone for both institutions. It not only strengthens our commitment to addressing the shortage of trained chefs in Japanese cuisine but also reflects our shared passion for culinary education,” said Kazumi Wickencamp, Founder of MJCA. “Together with Rouxbe, we are excited to empower aspiring chefs and enthusiasts with the knowledge and skills to meet the growing demand for authentic Japanese culinary experiences.”

The Sushi Foundations course aims to make high-quality Japanese culinary education more accessible worldwide, nurturing a new generation of chefs who will contribute to the global popularity of Japanese cuisine.

For more information on the Master Sushi Foundations course, click here.

To learn more about Rouxbe, please visit http://www.rouxbe.com.

About Rouxbe

Rouxbe is the world’s leading online culinary school, was founded in 2005 to train people of all abilities to become better, more confident—even healthier—cooks in kitchens around the world. With high-definition videos, world-class instructors, peer support and interactive assignments, Rouxbe has set the bar as the new standard in culinary education, providing certificate-level instruction not only to quality restaurants and hospitality organizations but also to serious home cooks and career changers. Rouxbe’s revolutionary online platform delivers cutting-edge e-learning solutions that drive and measure learning outcomes and engagement while providing effective, lower-cost alternatives for training professional cooks. Rouxbe programs are also recognized by both the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation and by WorldChefs as approved training programs.