ABOUT
YASUO ISHII
A representative of LEAVES COFFEE ROASTERS, Yasuo is both a self-taught roaster and barista. Born in Fukagawa, Tokyo, his unshakable dedication stems from his time as a professional boxer and 20 years in the restaurant business. in 2010, a gift of coffee from an acquaintance opened the door to a new world. He established LEAVES COFFEE APARTMENT in 2016. Yasuo believes that coffee can inspire, connect, and change one’s life.
LEAVES
COFFEE
ROASTERS
In January 2019, LEAVES COFFEE APARTMENT expanded into ROASTERS. The owner, Yasuo Ishii, is a self-taught barista and roaster,
and has established his own style in both crafts. In the first year competing in the Japan Roasting Competition, LEAVES ranked
first in the Tokyo area and third in the country.
In order to dedicate full concentration to both roasting and their cafe, the roastery is open just four days a week.
By maximizing the potential of the ingredients, LEAVES aims to achieve a clean cup with a pleasant balance of acidity and sweetness.
Through coffee, the team aims to deliver extraordinary experiences in the every day, enrich the global environment, and maximise people's health.