Emon (Liquor manufacturing)
えもん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that manufactures alcoholic beverages from raw material processing through fermentation, aging, storage, and bottling. It handles a series of processes including fermentation management, quality inspection, and hygiene management.
Description
Emon (liquor manufacturing) are artisans and technicians who manufacture sake, shochu, and other alcoholic beverages by adding koji to raw materials such as rice and barley, and meticulously managing temperature and pH during fermentation. The manufacturing processes include rice washing, steaming, koji production, shubo (yeast starter) preparation, moromi (fermentation mash) management, pressing, pasteurization, filtration, storage, and bottling. Each process requires technology and experience to maintain consistent quality. Hygiene management and compliance with laws are also important roles.
Future Outlook
While domestic sake consumption is flat, demand is expected due to expanding overseas exports. Introduction of labor-saving technologies through automation and digitalization is anticipated.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing staff → Chief brewer (assistant toji) → Toji → Quality control staff
Required Skills
Brewing process management / Fermentation process control / Hygiene management / Quality evaluation / pH and temperature management
Recommended Skills
Analytical instrument operation / Data analysis / Food sanitation law knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary to not miss subtle changes in fermentation status or quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for tasks such as transporting raw materials and prolonged standing work. |
| Stress Tolerance | To calmly respond to unexpected issues such as fermentation failures or equipment troubles. |
Related Qualifications
- Brewing technician
- Food hygiene manager
Aliases
- Brewing technician assistant
- Liquor brewer
- Sake brewer
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- Beer brewing technician
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