Takumi's Team

At Takumi Collective, craftsmanship, passion, and innovation come together to create exceptional coffee.

Our team consists of dedicated experts committed to delivering the highest quality and purity in every cup. Meet the people behind Takumi Collective.

Fabricio Fioravante

Fab, the visionary behind Takumi Collective, has dedicated his life not only to perfecting the art of coffee roasting, sourcing, and sensory profiling but also to mastering the subtle complexities of herbal tea blending. With a deep-rooted passion for purity and craftsmanship, he ensures that every batch—whether coffee or tea—embodies the precision, balance, and authenticity that define Takumi.

Having worked extensively in the specialty coffee and tea industries, Fabricio has developed an exceptional understanding of the origins, dynamics, and nuances of both beverages. His meticulous approach ensures that each product, be it coffee or tea, retains its unique regional characteristics, delivering an unparalleled sensory experience in every cup.

At Takumi Collective, coffee and tea are more than crafts, philosophies of life, each cup a testament to a tradition of excellence and a commitment to sustainable, quality sourcing.

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M.V. Baks

With his boundless creativity and deep artistic vision, MV Baks has helped translate the soul of Takumi Collective into a visual experience that embodies our philosophy of craftsmanship, purity, and innovation. His artwork brings our identity to life, ensuring that every design tells a story as rich and complex as the coffee and tea we craft.

Beyond his artistic contributions, MV Baks is also an expert in matcha tea quality control. With extensive knowledge in the field, he collaborates closely with our team to ensure that every batch of matcha meets the highest standards of excellence. His refined palate and dedication to authenticity make him an essential part of our pursuit of perfection.

At Takumi Collective, we believe that true craftsmanship exists at the intersection of passion and expertise. MV Baks embodies this belief, merging art, creativity, and sensory mastery to elevate our brand in ways that go far beyond the surface.

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Hiroshi Tanaka

Born and raised in Kyoto, Hiroshi’s journey into the world of coffee began at an early age, inspired by Japan’s deep-rooted respect for precision and ritual. After years of training with some of Japan’s most respected roasters, he honed his craft in sensory evaluation, origin selection, and flavor profiling. His meticulous approach ensures that every batch of coffee sourced by Takumi Collective meets the highest standards of balance, complexity, and authenticity.

Hiroshi’s role at Takumi Collective extends beyond sourcing. His expertise in flavor profiling allows him to bring out the unique characteristics of each origin, creating blends that are both sophisticated and unforgettable. With a deep appreciation for the synergy between nature, terroir, and craftsmanship, he carefully selects beans that align with Takumi’s values of purity, sustainability, and artisanal excellence.

“Great coffee isn’t found—it is nurtured. From the farm to the cup, every step is a reflection of care, precision, and respect for the craft.”

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Silvia Mayumi Aoki

At Takumi Collective, we believe that great coffee is a blend of skill, passion, and attention to detail.

With her Brazilian roots and Japanese heritage, she brings warmth and dedication to our team.

Having started her journey in customer service and coffee making, Silvia has developed a deep appreciation for specialty coffee.

Her expertise shines in crafting the perfect cappuccino, ensuring that every cup reflects the care and precision that define Takumi Collective. Trough is hands-on learning and collaboration, she has refined her understanding of quality control, playing an important role in maintaining the high standards of our coffee.

With years of experience working for a major multinational coffee company, Silvia has developed extensive expertise in opening doors to some of the most exceptional coffees in the region and sharing her invaluable knowledge with our team.

Silvia’s contributions go beyond sourcing; she is also an integral part of Takumi Collective’s storytelling and content creation efforts, helping to bridge the gap between origin and consumer by sharing the rich narratives behind every bean we roast.

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Gisella Chacon

At Takumi Collective, we believe that exceptional coffee deserves exceptional customer service.

That’s why Giselle leads our international sales efforts, ensuring that our coffee and tea reach customers across Europe and South America with the highest level ofprofessionalism and care.

With a proven track record in sales for major international companies, Giselle brings a wealth of expertise in handling customer relations, negotiations, and global logistics.

Her deep understanding of international markets allows her to anticipate customer needs, provide tailored solutions, and maintain strong partnerships across different regions.

“Sales is more than transactions—it’s about understanding people, building trust, and delivering excellence every step of the way.”

As the key link between Takumi Collective and our international partners, Giselle ensures that every wholesale client, distributor, and specialty retailer receives seamless support, personalized service, and access to our finest products.

With her strategic mindset and passion for quality, she plays a crucial role in expanding Takumi Collective’s presence beyond borders.

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Rafael Saito 

Starting his journey as a barista, Rafael quickly fell in love with the art of coffee, dedicating himself to mastering extraction, roasting, and quality control. Over the years, his expertise deepened, and he became a specialist in quality assessment and flavor refinement.

Today, as a Coffee Master & Quality Specialist at Takumi Collective, Rafael plays a vital role in ensuring that every batch of coffee meets the highest standards of purity, balance, and excellence. He works closely with our team to fine-tune roasting profiles, elevate sensory experiences, and uphold the Takumi philosophy of craftsmanship and authenticity.

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Ethical Sourcing

  • Our process

    Takumi Collective is well known for its exceptionally high-quality coffees, ethical sourcing, and roasting expertise. Each coffee is selected for the defining qualities that distinguish its region. This methodical process, combined with our commitment to ethical sourcing standards, demonstrates our passion for acquiring and roasting the world’s best coffee.

  • Philosophy

    The more care taken in growing, harvesting, and processing the coffee, the higher the quality.

    Takumi Collective ethically sources and purchases high-quality coffee from a diverse network of suppliers.

  • Relations

    Throughout our history, we have established many long-term, exclusive and/or direct buying relationships, yet we continue to search the globe for new origins meeting our quality standards.

    Building relationships with farmers has ensured our success in having access to high quality coffee. We search for those who will bring the same passion to growing, harvesting and processing combining it with our work on  blending, roasting, packaging and brewing.

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