🔵Make History with a Bowl of Miso!🔵

Join us in challenging the Guinness World Record for the "Largest Miso Soup Tasting Event"! Will you engrave your name in history?  

-Our Passion, Our Greatest Challenge 

We are Yuki and Yuka from FermenStation. Based on the Sunshine Coast, we are dedicated to spreading Japanese food culture in Australia through the production and sale of Japanese fermented foods like miso and amazake. 

After five years in business, we are embarking on our biggest challenge yet!. It's a Guinness World Record attempt, born from our deep passion to to share the beauty and health benefits of miso soup with the world.

We aim to create a historic moment with the first-ever "BIGGEST MISO TASTING EVENT".

Why Miso, Why Now?

The Heart of Japan, Steeped in 1300 Years of Miso History

Cultural Soul: Miso soup is more than food—it’s tradition, family, and comfort in a bowl.

Health Boost: A fermented food packed with probiotics, miso supports gut health and overall wellbeing—perfect for today’s health-conscious generation.

Power Food of the Past: Once used as salary for samurai, miso has long been a symbol of strength and vitality.

Visuals: Ancient Japanese scrolls, elegant miso soup imagery, gut health illustration.

What, Where, and How?

Record Category: Guinness World Records - "Largest Miso Soup Tasting Event"

Event: 300+ participants will taste three unique miso soups at the same time:

3 Flavor Miso Tasting

-White Miso: Delicate, mellow sweetness

-Chickpea Miso: Gentle and vegan-friendly

-Barley Miso: Robust and full-bodied flavor

*Each soup will be explained by qualified guides.

Where: Matsuri Brisbane 2025 — Queensland’s largest Japanese cultural festival

When: Saturday, September 6, 2025

Why Matsuri Brisbane?: By holding it as part of this large-scale festival, which attracts over 18,000 visitors annually, we aim to allow more people to experience Japanese food culture and share the moment of record achievement. This is a special opportunity to enjoy the festival fun and the thrill of a world record challenge at once. 

*Note: Matsuri Brisbane is free entry, but this Guiness challenge is independently managed by FermenStation

Guinness Protocol: Strict Guinness Rules: This event will be conducted under the supervision of official Guinness adjudicators and will follow strict guidelines. Extensive preparations are required, including participant management and securing designated areas. Participation is limited to reward ticket purchasers. The Matsuri Executive Committee will provide the venue, but FermenStation will be solely responsible for the overall operation of the Guinness Challenge event, participant management, staffing, and fundraising.

🔵Social & Cultural Impact: Why This Project Matters🔵

Cultural Bridge: Introducing Japanese fermented food to Australia deepens cross-cultural understanding and strengthens ties between the two nations.

Health Education: Promoting the gut-health benefits of fermented foods to the wider community.

Community Connection: Shared purpose builds joy and a sense of unity.

Event Value: The record attempt draws media attention and boosts visibility for Matsuri Brisbane, with an estimated PR value over $35,000 AUD.

Visuals: Australian and Japanese flags intertwined, joyful communities, healthy lifestyle scenes.

Your Support is Key: An All-or-Nothing Mission

"You Are the Key to Making History!"

• Funding Goal: $25,000 AUD is required to cover:

  • Guinness registration and licensing fees (approx. $21,000～AUD)

  • Event logistics, equipment, soup ingredients, staff meal and goods (approx. $9,000～ AUD)

• All-or-Nothing: If we don’t reach our goal, the event will be cancelled and the record attempt lost.

• Campaign Dates: July 1–31 (31 days only!)

Rewards: From Witness to Hero of History

Every Backer Becomes Part of the Story

• Your name will be included in the official Guinness record.

• Exclusive tasting experience of 3 premium miso soups.

• Commemorative items: scarf/bracelet + official Guinness certificate.

• Behind-the-scenes access to our miso-making process + event photography.

Sample Reward Tiers:

• $10 - Basic: Entry soup tasting + Guinness certificate

• $25 - Premium: Above + our signature Noosa chilli oil

• $50 - VIP: Above + take-home artisanal miso 

• $100 - Exclusive: All above + fermentation gift pack + VIP miso tasting zone + photo with organizers

• $300 - Group Bundle: Entry for 5 + printed group photo + thank-you message

🎯For Business Sponsors: Corporate sponsorships available in Platinum ($10,000), Gold ($5,000) tiers with extensive branding, media exposure, and health-conscious market reach. 

Contact us for full details- [email protected]

Join Now! ~Your Action Creates History~

• Step 1: Follow Us: Follow FermenStation's social media (Instagram: @fermenstation.au, YouTube: @FermenStation777) to stay updated! We are also sharing behind-the-scenes content leading up to the crowdfunding launch.
• Step 2: Mark Your Calendar: Don't forget to mark July 31st in your calendar for the crowdfunding last day!
• Step 3: Invite Friends: Please invite your family and friends to join this historic challenge with us!
• Step 4: Share: Please share this project on social media to help us spread the word! Use hashtags #misoworldrecord #fermenstation #味噌汁世界記録. Your share significantly impacts the success of this project!

Join Our Mission to Share Authentic Japanese Fermentation Culture Globally

🤝 Volunteer Opportunity

This is a VOLUNTEER-based collaboration for those who support our mission. Future employment opportunities will be considered for outstanding contributors as we expand.

📋 Seeking Volunteers For:

Core Team

• Marketing Lead | Business Development | PR Manager
• Web Developer | Graphic Designer | Social Media Manager
• Event Coordinator | Project Analyst | Legal Advisor

Creative Team

• Photographer | Videographer | Food Stylist
• Chef | Food Scientist | Recipe Developer
• Sound Designer | Translator | Cultural Consultant

Bring Your Skills

• Finance | Research | App Development | Education
• Any unique talent you're passionate about!

🎯 What You Gain

✅ Portfolio enhancement & professional networking
✅ Cultural exchange & skill development
✅ Exclusive product access & project recognition
✅ Future career opportunities for top contributors

📅 Timeline: Now-Sep 2025

🤝 How to Join

Email: [email protected]
Or: Apply through crowdfunding rewards section

Include: Your skills, availability, and why you believe in Japanese fermentation culture

"Together, we'll bridge cultures through the ancient art of fermentation."