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US spirits producers target Tokyo and Taiwan
The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) recently led a trade tour involving 18 US distilleries to East Asia, in a bid to champion American spirits in the region. The post US spirits producers target Tokyo and Taiwan appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Amelie Maurice-Jones2 viewsnewsasiajapanspiritstaiwantokyo - news
Japan/Oregon Collaboration Beer Fest ‘Fuji to Hood’ returns to Portland
Featuring: Japan/Oregon Collaboration beers and ciders, a Japanese-American Tabemono (食べ物) Food Festival, and Ichiba (市場) marketplace of craft vendors, and live music and performances from Taiko drummers, Kendo, Judo, and Sumo dojos. It has been 2 years since the last cross-cultural international beer fest ‘ Fuji to Hood ’ was last held in Portland, Oregon. The Japan and Oregon collaboration brewfest is held biennially, with off years taking place in Tokyo. Fuji to Hood has become a premiere Oregon and Japan beer events with 25 breweries and cideries in each country participating, and around 2,500 attendees expected on July 18th, 2026 at The Redd on Salmon events venue at831 SE Salmon St, Portland, OR 97214. International collaboration festival FUJI TO HOOD is bringing Japanese breweries, cideries, food, arts, music, community, and culture to Portland, Oregon on July 18th, 2026. The biennial event is held in Japan and Oregon every other year and is returning to Portland for the f
by Ezra Johnson-Greenough0 viewseventsfestivaloregonjapan - news
#224 | Leaving a Legacy
When you’ve worked in the fields of technology, restaurants, modelling and music management, where do you turn next? For Michel Lu, that meant the world of drinks. And he’s on a mission to bring the diverse, rich tapestry of Asia, and the untold myriad of flavours it boasts, to consumers through a series of drinks...
by Tim2 viewspodcastasiabrewingdistillerdistillingjapan - news
Togouchi Rum Cask Finish: Japanische Präzision trifft karibische Exotik
Die japanische Sakurao Destillerie erweitert ihre Togouchi-Reihe um eine neue Limited Edition: den Togouchi Rum Cask Finish. Dieser Blended Japanese Whisky verbindet traditionelle… Der Beitrag Togouchi Rum Cask Finish: Japanische Präzision trifft karibische Exotik erschien zuerst auf WHISKYFANBLOG.DE .
by Jörg Bechtold2 viewsnewsnotesblended-japanese-whiskybourbonhiroshimajapan - news
Musee du Vin Ryugan 2024 Review – Delicate Japanese Wine
When we visited Japan in early 2026, I made sure to reserve some luggage room to bring home some unique Japanese varietals. One such grape was Ryugan, often called Zenkoji-shu due to its cultivation near the Zenoji Temple in Nagano. While distinctly different from a similar Japanese white grape, Koshu, which we also tried, they ... Read more
by Jeremy5 viewswine-reviews3asiajapanryuganwhite - news
Kanekou Okinawa Whisky
Kanekou Okinawa is a Japanese whisky from Shinzato distillery , founded in 1846. Most of its history is in the production of Awamori, the traditional rice drink (black koji) from the region. They are now applying their knowledge of slow fermentation and distilling in a tropical climate to the production of whisky. Not much information is available. It is said that it is a blend of three types of whisky : malt and wheat whisky (at least 3 years of age) and rice whisky (Ryukyu, aged in sherry casks for at least 8 years). Kanekou Okinawa Whisky (43%, OB +/- 2025) Nose: quite soft. There's a bready note up front, along with yellow apple. Perhaps also a hint of (slightly overdue) pineapple I'm afraid a musty type of (sherry?) cask is taking the lead, along with toffee and a light mouldy note. Also hints of candied ginger and caramelized almond. Mouth: not so good. There's a raw alcoholic / feinty note, a metallic kind of sweetness, some pears and just a hint of very, very young Scotti
by Ruben2 viewsworld43japankanekouokinawa - news
Japanese wine for sushi, why not?
Fatty salmon sashimi, iron-rich tuna nigiri, cucumber maki, fish roe gunkan… these are the takeaways I crave most when temperatures hit 30°C. And what better to pair them with than a crisp and mineral bottle of Japanese wine? Here are some fun facts and six wines to try.
by Sylvia Wu1 viewjapanwinewine-regionsasia - news
Historische japanische Whisky-Auktion zielt auf neue Rekorde mit Karuizawa 1960 und Yamazaki 55 Jahre
Whisky Auctioneer, die weltweit führende Online-Whisky-Auktionsplattform, wird vom 12. bis 22. Juni 2026 eine exklusive Auktion mit den begehrtesten japanischen Whiskys veranstalten. Nach… Der Beitrag Historische japanische Whisky-Auktion zielt auf neue Rekorde mit Karuizawa 1960 und Yamazaki 55 Jahre erschien zuerst auf WHISKYFANBLOG.DE .
by Jörg Bechtold3 viewsnewsnoteschichibuhanyuharland-millerichiro-s-malt - news
Making the most of sake’s ‘blank slate’ potential
In her work at Akashi-Tai, Miho Komatsu regularly faces misconceptions and confusion about sake. But, rather than simplifying the category, she sees its future success being built on education and embracing its “entirely distinctive” profile. The post Making the most of sake’s ‘blank slate’ potential appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Michael Huband2 viewsexclude-in-article-adsnewsakashi-taiasiacocktailseducation - news
Sakura Sake Shop launches Japan’s first low-carbon sake
Sake retailer Sakura Sake Shop, has teamed up with global carbon management platform Zevero, to launch 作 for 2126 (ZAKU for 2126) – which it claims is Japan’s first low-carbon sake. The post Sakura Sake Shop launches Japan’s first low-carbon sake appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Amelie Maurice-Jones2 viewsnewsasiajapansake - news
Toyama Sake
Discover Toyama, Japan’s jewel nestled between the sea and the mountains, and its exceptional sakes with diverse profiles, shaped by a unique, snow-covered terroir.
by Lola Mulard3 viewsnewsartisanal-japanese-sakefood-and-sake-pairingsgourmet-sakejapanjapanese-sake - news
Space-brewed sake snapped up for £517k
A bottle of Japanese sake made using space-fermented mash has fetched almost ¥110 million (£517,000), and things are still looking stellar for its producer, Dassai, which now has its sights set on making the drink on the moon. The post Space-brewed sake snapped up for £517k appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Amelie Maurice-Jones2 viewsnewsasiajapansakespacetokyo - news
Fukuju embraces ‘sustainable luxury’ with organic release
The post Fukuju embraces ‘sustainable luxury’ with organic release appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Michael Huband2 viewsnewseditorial-updatefukuuju-sakejapanorganicsake - news
Japan whisky and sake exports hit ¥95 billion in 2025
Japan’s combined whisky and sake exports have soared by 289% over the last 10 years – peaking at ¥95 billion (around £500 million) in 2025 – data from the country’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries has revealed. The post Japan whisky and sake exports hit ¥95 billion in 2025 appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Amelie Maurice-Jones2 viewsfront-page-draw-innewsasiadb-newsexportsjapan - news
Sparkling ambitions: Yamanashi Meijo steers sake forward
From Champagne-esque expressions to an upcoming rosé, Yamanashi Meijo is pushing the boundaries of sake making. Rebecca Lo speaks to the brewery's president, Tsushima Kitahara, to discover how the Shichiken producer is reshaping the future of Japan’s iconic drink. The post Sparkling ambitions: Yamanashi Meijo steers sake forward appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Rebecca Lo2 viewsnewsasiadb-newshong-kongjapanoriginal-content - news
And, Just Like That, We Are In Q2 2026… Can August Be Far Behind?
Springtime. That’s what this is supposed to be right now. Yes, my Red Sox are out there choking as the season begins and, yes, my Leafs are out there choking as the season winds down. So the calendar looks like it’s on the right page for sure. But… where is that first sweater and shorts … Continue reading "And, Just Like That, We Are In Q2 2026… Can August Be Far Behind?"
by Alan4 viewsbeer-in-the-end-timesfests-and-gatheringsgermanyhome-brewingindiajapan - news
Inside Akashi-Tai’s drive to champion sake in the UK
The UK's leading premium sake brand, Akashi-Tai, is strengthening its position in the UK market with guided tastings and high-end cocktail collaborations. The post Inside Akashi-Tai’s drive to champion sake in the UK appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by db staff writer2 viewsexclude-in-article-adsnewsakashi-taijapanmarussia-ukpartner-content - news
Sake achieves second-highest export total on record
Newly released figures show sake exports growing for established markets, as well as a building momentum in Latin America. db crunches the numbers. The post Sake achieves second-highest export total on record appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Michael Huband2 viewsexclude-in-article-adsnewsasiaexportsjapanjapan-sake-and-shochu-makers-association - news
What’s next for Japan’s Unesco-recognised drinks industry?
From centuries-old traditions to innovative fine dining, sake-making with koji mould goes from strength to strength, one year after it joined the Unesco list of intangible cultural heritage. The post What’s next for Japan’s Unesco-recognised drinks industry? appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Michael Huband2 viewsexclude-in-article-adsnewsasiajapanjsskoji - news
8 Producers You Should Know to Get Into Sake
Asian-American bars are experiencing a wave of popularity in the U.S. — as are the beverages they serve. For the first half of 2025, the U.S. was the largest global importer of sake from Japan by volume, according to the Japan Sake and Shochu Makers Association. By value, the U.S. ranks second, just behind China. Beyond the data, sake is increasingly represented on menus at restaurants of various cuisines. The article 8 Producers You Should Know to Get Into Sake appeared first on VinePair .
by Stephen Bradley6 viewsreading-about-drinkingjapanpicksproducersakeyuzu-sake - news
Imbibe 75 Person to Watch: Noguchi Naohiko
Even after seven decades as a Master Toji, there's no end in site for this Imbibe 75er. The post Imbibe 75 Person to Watch: Noguchi Naohiko appeared first on Imbibe Magazine .
by Shana Clarke2 viewsarticlesimbibe-75peoplewine-beerjapanmaster-brewer - news
Tradition and support offer solutions to Japan’s rice crisis
Rice-growing in Japan is facing greater pressure than ever before, making sake production challenging. Yet tradition and collective action are both helping the industry adapt. The post Tradition and support offer solutions to Japan’s rice crisis appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Michael Huband2 viewsnewsagricultureasiajapanjapan-sake-and-shochu-makers-associationjss - news
Sake’s adoption is growing beyond Japanese restaurants
Nimmi Malhotra travels to an international sommelier competition to find out why sommeliers around the world are embracing sake. The post Sake’s adoption is growing beyond Japanese restaurants appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Nimmi Malhotra2 viewsnewsasiasiaassociation-de-la-sommellerie-internationalejapanjapan-sake-and-shochu-makers-association - news
カナダクラフトビールの日本輸入ガイド 2025 | Import Canadian Craft Beer into Japan | PACRIM Distributors
🇯🇵 2025年最新版。カナダ産クラフトビールを日本に輸入する方法をわかりやすく解説。酒類輸入免許、食品衛生法、通関、ラベル、冷蔵輸送、販売戦略まで完全対応。 🇬🇧 Discover how to import Canadian craft beer into Japan in 2025. Learn about import licenses, customs, labeling, and cold-chain logistics with PACRIM Distributors — your trusted export partner for the Japanese market.
by Garett Senez4 viewsjapancraft-beer-japanimport-beer-japan