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.

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.

Photo credit: Ahmed Chami, Pics&Snaps, Bristol