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Have you heard of the old saying, “酒は百薬の長（Sake wa hyakuyaku no cho)”? When translated into English, it means “(An appropriate amount of) alcohol can do more good than medicine.” Although...

We all know the importance in picking out just the right sake for an enjoyable meal time – but have you realized how much significance the sakeware we use can...

Have you ever heard of the material “sakekasu (Sake-lee)”? Sakekasu is the lees left over after the sake brewing process called "pressing". It is rich in nutrients including carbohydrates, proteins,...

Shochu is a distilled liquor produced in Japan since ancient times and has been widely consumed by the masses along with sake. Curious about the difference between shochu and sake?...

Let's take a tour of sake bars in Kyoto.There are many specialty bars in Japan, and sake is just one of those specialties.Kyoto is one of the most popular tourist...

Ever thought about grabbing a bottle of sake from Japan or enjoying a sake night while visiting Tokyo? Knowing the rules and regulations behind this iconic drink can help you...