A Fijian executive makes it his mission to protect the environment while enjoying what nature has to offer.

Zane Yoshida is the executive director of The Calmer Co, an Australian registered company specializing in kava production.

Raised in the old capital town, Mr Yoshida attended St John’s College on the island before he moved to Brisbane, Australia.

Mr Yoshida is a Levuka, Ovalau man at heart.

A visit to the island when he is in Fiji is a must.

He is married with three children.

Mr Yoshida is an experienced start-up entrepreneur having launched a number of start-ups across various industries and countries.

Where In Fiji Would You Take Visitors To? 

Levuka, Ovalau.

It is my home and I have a passion for the ocean, aside from the kava.

Levuka Town

What Is Your Favourite Place For Coffee/Pastry? 

Bulaccino Fiji

I’m a triple shot espresso person.

Bulaccino Fiji

What Is Your Favourite Backyard Spot? 

Free diving

I’m very fond of it while in Ovalau.

The Old Capital of Levuka on Ovalau.

What Is One Place In Fiji On Your Bucket List? 

Vanuabalavu, Lau

I heard so much about the place and seen so many beautiful photos.

I would love to visit other islands and experience island life.

An aerial view of Qilaqila, Vanuabalavu in the Lau Group

Story by: josefa.babitu@fijisun.com.fj