Based in Bristol, UK, I am a freelance writer and consultant specialising in aquaculture and fisheries.  I have an MSc in Sustainable Aquaculture from the University of St Andrews, and a BA in Japanese and French from the University of Cardiff, UK.

My work is based around issues related to sustainability, research, gender, technological advancements, adaptation and resilience with a particular focus on Japan.  I have a keen interest in the recovery of aquaculture in the Tohoku region following the Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami of March 11th, 2011.  I provide news stories, features and reports for national and international seafood and fisheries media and consultancy firms, and am writing a research paper on aquaculture and disaster management with a focus on the events of March 11th, 2011 in Japan.

While living in Tokyo between 2006 and 2017, I worked as a writer on Japan’s aquaculture and marine-related subjects, in particular scuba diving. My blog began in 2011 as a comprehensive guide to diving in Japan.  I have enjoyed exploring Japan’s waters extensively, and became a certified Dive Master in August 2015.

Interviews and Podcasts

2017 – Japan Aquaculture Recovery After a Tsunami – Speak Up for Blue Podcast
I joined host Andrew Lewin to discuss how Japan’s aquaculture is working to recover from the March 11th, 2011 earthquake and tsunami.

2019 – Global Seafood Alliance interview
A brief discussion with the Global Seafood Alliance team on myself and my views on aquaculture.

2024 – Global Seafood Alliance interview
Another opportunity to catch up with the Global Seafood Alliance team on how I got into aquaculture and what’s exciting about the sector’s future.

2024 – Business in Aquaculture podcast
I sit down with host Lourdes Gant to discuss key changes in global aquaculture, its biggest challenges and an inspiring story from Japan that highlights innovative aquaculture solutions.

2025 – Business in Aquaculture podcast
I sat down once again with Lourdes to discuss more on regenerative aquaculture, sustainability and technology.

2025 – BBC CrowdScience radio show
Radio feature with Hiroshi Sato of Sanriku Volunteer Divers in Tohoku, Japan, discussing the state of marine life after the March 11th, 2011 earthquake and tsunami, and subsequent recovery.