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Fermenstation

Techstars '21

Maezawa, JP · 1 known investors

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Fermenstation produces ethanol by fermenting and distilling organic rice cultivated on fallow land in Oshu, Iwate Prefecture, using no pesticides or chemical fertilizers. The company operates a zero-waste circular business model, using fermentation residue as cosmetic ingredient and animal feed, with animal waste returned to fields as fertilizer.

Founders & leadership

LSLina Sakai Watanabe
Lina Sakai WatanabeFounder & CEOFounder and CEO of Fermenstation, a biotech company that produces ethanol and fermentation-derived ingredients through organic rice cultivation and circular fermentation processes. Watanabe has over 15 years of experience in finance, corporate planning, and M&A.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Fermenstation do?
Fermenstation produces ethanol by fermenting and distilling organic rice cultivated on fallow land in Oshu, Iwate Prefecture, using no pesticides or chemical fertilizers. The company operates a zero-waste circular business model, using fermentation residue as cosmetic ingredient and animal feed, with animal waste returned to fields as fertilizer.
Who founded Fermenstation?
Fermenstation was founded by Lina Sakai Watanabe.
Who are Fermenstation's investors?
Fermenstation's investors include Techstars.
Where is Fermenstation headquartered?
Fermenstation is headquartered in Maezawa, JP.