Kojicon is back for its 5th year with Kojicon 2025: Tradition Meets Transformation, celebrating the rich heritage of mold-based fermentation and the groundbreaking innovations shaping its future. Fermentation serves as a timeless bridge, preserving techniques honed over generations while sparking fresh creativity.

From cherished family recipes passed down through the years to the transformative process of turning grains into soy sauce, Makgeolli, and umami-rich foods, fermentation is a testament to both continuity and evolution. This year, we’ll explore where these age-old traditions intersect with modern creativity, highlighting how today's fermenters are reimagining familiar flavors and crafting bold, unfamiliar ones.

What is Kojicon?

Kojicon is a two-week interactive virtual conference happening from February 17th to March 2nd 2025. Throughout these two-weeks, participants will gather virtually with Chefs, fermenters, scientists and many other experts in the field to share their passion and skills for utilizing the magic of this edible mold.

What is the difference between the different ticket tiers?

All ticket options provide the same access to the conference content and Discord Community Channel.

The Community Ticket ($35) is a reduced price ticket for those with a financial need; it does not include a T-shirt. We are able to offer a limited number of tickets at this price point because of the generosity of Sponsors and those who purchase the Supporter Ticket.

The Sustainer Ticket ($70) is the regular priced ticket and does not include a T-shirt.

The Supporter Ticket ($140) is a higher priced ticket that helps to offset the cost of Community Tickets; it also includes a T-shirt. Thank you for considering this option!

The Community Combo Ticket ($50), Sustainer Combo Ticket ($90), and the Supporter Ticket ($140) all include conference access AND a T-shirt.