Born in Ethiopia, the birthplace of coffee, and raised between Ethiopia and Japan
Kenshin Ninomiya grew up immersed in a culture where coffee is more than a drink — it is a time for people to gather, connect, and share life together. Rooted in this experience, Ethiopian Coffee Lover views coffee as a tool to connect people and society, creating a cycle where producers take pride in their work and drinkers can enjoy coffee with trust and joy.
Living and working in Japan, I often felt that hearts were being left behind in the pursuit of convenience and efficiency. That is why I want to share the coffee culture I grew up with — one that values people — with Japan and the wider world. Not a relationship where someone supports or sacrifices alone, but one where everyone involved can share pride and joy. This is the kind of coffee Ethiopian Coffee Lover stands for.