Current Issues
Your Complete Resource for In-Depth Mushroom Cultivation Insights
Embark on a journey steeped in tradition and innovation as you explore the current year's issues of Japanese Exotic Mushroom Journal. Japan's profound history of mastery in mushroom cultivation comes alive in our articles, offering a blend of ancient wisdom and modern techniques. Delve into the world of exotic fungi with us, drawing inspiration from Japan's expert growers and their time-honored practices. Access our online articles or download the complete PDF issue to immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Japanese mushroom cultivation and elevate your own growing endeavors.
Latest Issues
Volume 2026-1 | Spring 2026
The new Spring 2026 issue, packed full of insights on mushroom cultivation, research, and consumption, through the lens of the Japanese mushroom industry.
In our Spring 2026 issue:
◆ Lessons for the global exotics industry from Japan, avoiding major pitfalls
◆ The enzymatic power of mushrooms, and how they might help build a circular economy
◆ A new series looking at processed mushroom products
◆ Visiting a shiitake producer cooperative, looking at organisational structure and innovation
◆ Lessons for the global exotics industry from Japan, avoiding major pitfalls
◆ The enzymatic power of mushrooms, and how they might help build a circular economy
◆ A new series looking at processed mushroom products
◆ Visiting a shiitake producer cooperative, looking at organisational structure and innovation
Volume 2025-4 | Winter 2025
The new Winter 2025 issue, packed full of insights on mushroom cultivation, research, and consumption, through the lens of the Japanese mushroom industry.
In our Winter 2025 issue:
◆ A look at sawdust and used substrate management
◆ Research on the potential for using bamboo chips as part of substrate mix
◆ More mushroom-related health tips in preparation for spring
◆ Visiting a nameko grower to look at the links between mushroom production and regionality
◆ A look at sawdust and used substrate management
◆ Research on the potential for using bamboo chips as part of substrate mix
◆ More mushroom-related health tips in preparation for spring
◆ Visiting a nameko grower to look at the links between mushroom production and regionality
Volume 2025-3 | Autumn 2025
The new Autumn 2025 issue, packed full of insights on mushroom cultivation, research, and consumption, through the lens of the Japanese mushroom industry.
In our Autumn 2025 issue:
◆ An interview with Alexander Stein and Steve Alaerts on mushroom logistics
◆ Research on a longevity-promoting secondary metabolite in lion`s mane
◆ More mushroom-related health tips in preparation for winter
◆ Getting back to basics with a tour of a `workhorse` enoki farm
◆ An interview with Alexander Stein and Steve Alaerts on mushroom logistics
◆ Research on a longevity-promoting secondary metabolite in lion`s mane
◆ More mushroom-related health tips in preparation for winter
◆ Getting back to basics with a tour of a `workhorse` enoki farm
Volume 2025-2 | Summer 2025
The new Summer 2025 issue, focusing on different aspects of the nutritional and health benefits of mushrooms, as well as tips for growing exotic mushrooms with low-tech methods. Plus:
◆ An interview with ECLO`s Thibault Fastenakels
◆ A look into a small family farm growing multiple species in central Japan
◆ Boosting your immune system in preparation for autumn
◆ An interview with ECLO`s Thibault Fastenakels
◆ A look into a small family farm growing multiple species in central Japan
◆ Boosting your immune system in preparation for autumn
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Browse through all previous years' issues in our archive
Delve into the rich history of Exotic Mushrooms of Japan Magazine by exploring our extensive archive of previous issues. Uncover a treasure trove of knowledge spanning back through the years, featuring a wealth of articles on rare fungi, cultivation techniques, and fascinating insights into Japan's mushroom-growing legacy. Browse all issues to access our complete archive and immerse yourself in the timeless wisdom and expertise shared within the pages of past editions.
◆ Access a wealth of historical knowledge and insights on exotic mushroom from past issues
◆ Explore a diverse range of cultivation techniques and expert tips accumulated over time
◆ Immerse yourself in Japan's mushroom-growing legacy and witness the evolution of practices and trends in the field
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