SAKETIMES Articles
SAKETIMES NEWS – Aug 13, 2019
Aug. 13. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: Things are heating up in the sake world with the nation’s top hot sake awarded for 2019. Then, instead of two news stories, we’re taking a more in-depth look at how the recent Yamagata earthquake affected sake breweries and how the local business community is banding together to help.
SAKETIMES NEWS – Aug 8, 2019
Aug. 6. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: Cool Japan makes another power investment in sake distribution, this time in the US. Then, the makers of Dassai start a huge cash incentive for its rice farmers to the tune of 25 million yen. Finally, other breweries are beginning to get more involved with rice farming as well, with some even taking the labor on themselves.
SAKETIMES NEWS – Jul 30, 2019
Jul. 30. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: Niigata is looking for English speakers to take on their sake expert certification exam. Then, the high-capacity and low-temperature Sake Cellar fridge goes on sale. What kind of fruit goes with which kind of sake? A new survey investigates.
SAKETIMES NEWS – Jul 23, 2019
Jul. 23. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: The International Wine Challenge names its top sake brands and breweries for 2019. Then, the Joy of Sake tasting event will return to Hawaii this year with more sake than ever before. Finally, we might get to look forward to some sake-based Valentine’s chocolate next year if Samantha Thavasa’s new project gets off the ground.
SAKETIMES NEWS – Jul 16, 2019
Jul. 16. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: Kanpai London Craft Sake Brewery is bringing sake events and a new sake lees-brewed beer collaboration to the people of England. Then, a new trade deal with Japan will make Taiwan an even greater place to enjoy sake. Finally, the Mio Frozen helps drinkers beat the summer heat in the form of a portable, blended ice sake.
SAKETIMES NEWS – Jul 9, 2019
Jul. 9. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: What kind of sake does Japan drink the most and why? Then, celebrated winemaker Pascal Marty has reinvented sake yeast-fermented wine. Finally, sake information app Sakelogy is poised to take over Japan, and then the world.
SAKETIMES NEWS – Jul 2, 2019
Jul. 2. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: Cool Japan is looking to show China, Hong Kong, and Macau how cool sake can be. Then, Kiku-Masamune is bringing their long-awaited Hyakumoku sake brand to the United States and threw a bash to celebrate. Finally, those traditional square sake cups called masu are about to get a huge upgrade with holograms and streaming audio.
SAKETIMES NEWS – Jun 25, 2019
Jun. 25. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: Sake brewing makes its triumphant return to Hawaii with Islander Sake Brewery. Then, a new Japanese restaurant from a celebrated Seattle chef opens with a focus on sake. Finally, Sumiyoshi Shuhan thinks it has found the perfect aromatic environment for its two locations to heighten customers’ enjoyment of sake.
SAKETIMES NEWS – Jun 18, 2019
Jun. 18. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: A worldwide survey of sake takes a peek at what people like and want to see more of in the future. Then, a new sake tasting stand is bringing even more people to a taste of Niigata in Tokyo. Finally, will sake breweries follow in the footsteps of Japan’s hot springs as prime investment opportunities?
SAKETIMES NEWS – Jun 11, 2019
Jun. 11. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: A great chance to experience scores of sake brands in one place returns to Portland at Sake Fest PDX. Then, next time someone says their drink tastes like rocket fuel, it might be a compliment as Kiddo sake is set to power the next MOMO rocket. Finally, browser game Hatakeppi is a sim game where in-game sake brewing earns real-world booze!
SAKETIMES NEWS – Jun 4, 2019
Jun. 4. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: Japan asks the people of France how well they think sake goes with France’s own world-class food. Then, explore new brands of sake through the anime Miki No Mikoto and its limited time collab with Tokyo's Otsuka Norengai bar district. Finally, put the final touch on any bottle of sake with a high-quality samurai helmet bottle-topper based on everyone’s favorite feudal lords of Japan.
SAKETIMES NEWS – May 28, 2019
May. 28. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: The famously refined Komyo sake with rice milled down to a mere 1% seimaibuai is back and more expensive than ever. Then, Fukushima takes home numerous awards at the National Sake Competition, cementing the previously disaster-stricken prefecture’s places on top. Finally, a visit to Mitoyotsuru Brewery is like no other, with art, music, and fine dining accompanying its century old sake industry.
SAKETIMES NEWS – May 21, 2019
May. 21. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: Sake cocktails get their time to shine in a survey to find the very best mixes. Then, Pharrell Williams is no doubt happy to share his new sake brand, available in Kyoto. Finally, sake and shochu get a big break in Spain, being showcased at one of the country’s biggest wine competitions.
SAKETIMES NEWS – May 14th, 2019
May. 14. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: The big story this week is the recent presale - and almost immediate selling out - of the rare and coveted Gengai 24-year aged sake. Born in the aftermath of the Great Hanshin Earthquake, this sake defied all odds to mature into a remarkable all-natural, single-source label. If that weren’t enough, Gengai is also expanding the horizons of Japan’s prestige sake market.
SAKETIMES NEWS – May 7th, 2019
May. 7. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: Lots of collaborations happening in the sake world, starting with the King of Monsters and the King of one-cup sake joining forces. Then, out of the post-apocalyptic wastelands come a pair of Fist of the North Star-themed sake and shochu bottles. Finally, Shibuya remembers the beloved dog Hachiko with a special sake brewed in the pooch’s hometown of Odate.
SAKETIMES NEWS – Apr 30, 2019
Apr. 30. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: It’s Detroit Rock Sake as several brands of KISS Sake roll out over the year at Tower Records. Then, you can be one of the lucky owners of the first ever sake brewed in Paris by the trailblazers at WAKAZE. Finally, Gekkeikan had the brilliant idea of surveying duty free staff in order to customize a sake that appeals especially to foreign visitors.
SAKETIMES NEWS – Apr 23th, 2019
Apr. 23. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: SAKETIMES is pleased to announce that our useful infographics are now free to download in four new languages. Then, Cheetos may finally get their moment in the spotlight thanks to a new category in Sake Competition 2019. Finally, fans of sake and KitKats can experience a match made in AI heaven during CRAFT SAKE WEEK at Roppongi Hills.
SAKETIMES NEWS – Apr 16th, 2019
Apr. 16. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: Konishi Brewer wasn’t just thinking out loud when they suggested a sake in the shape of Ed Sheeran. Then, a guaranteed gift for the person who has everything - a Bluetooth speaker that looks like the cedar ball traditionally used by sake breweries. Finally, sake breweries are increasingly heading over to crowdfunding site Makuake, inspiring a number of groundbreaking projects.
SAKETIMES NEWS – Apr 9, 2019
Apr. 9. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: Like the first flowers of spring, new sake bars are opening up all over Taiwan these days. Then, a long overdue fridge exclusively for sake lovers is becoming a crowdfunding magnet. Finally, this year New Zealand isn’t just bringing its best rugby players to Japan; they’re bringing their best wines to the new bar Rangitoto in Tokyo.
SAKETIMES NEWS – Apr 2nd, 2019
Apr. 2. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: Run to the hills of the UK and pick up a bottle of Iron Maiden’s beer made with sake yeast this May. Then, SAKETIMES brings coverage of one of Japan’s biggest sake festivals, Niigata Sakenojin 2019. Finally, first class just wouldn’t be first class without exquisite drinks, and JAL has just announced their offerings of sake, wine, and champagne for this year.
SAKETIMES NEWS – Mar 26th, 2019
Mar. 26. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: Instead of our regular three news stories, this week SAKETIMES would like to introduce you to five sake festivals coming to several places in Japan this spring. Spring is a special time in the sake industry, because a lot of the brewing takes place in the winter months and is generally completed in March, giving breweries lots to celebrate. This, combined with the natural beauty of the cherry blossom season and mild weather of spring is Japan, makes it a great time for some sake-related fun.
SAKETIMES NEWS – Mar 19th, 2019
Mar. 19. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: Can’t decide whether to have sake or white wine? Why not have both with Abysse from Hananomai? Then, the great taste of just-pressed namazake can be had by anyone, anywhere, thanks to a new freezing technique. Finally, the newly opened Den Sake Brewery in Oakland is honored with a nomination at the 2019 James Beard Awards.
SAKETIMES NEWS – Mar 12th, 2019
Mar. 12. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: Hats off to Chang Hung Liang for winning a sake sommelier’s highest honor. Then, SakéOne in the US is hoping you crack open one of their new canned sake offerings. Craft Sake Week returns with a cavalcade of best sake along with delicious meals from Japan’s best restaurants and shops around Japan.
SAKETIMES NEWS – Mar 5th, 2019
Mar. 5. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: A brand new variation of sake is delivering Parisian chefs into spiritual bliss. Then, a simple yet cleverly effective sticker may help global sake sales. Finally, 20-somethings are likely to spend more on sake for themselves and loved ones, according to a recent survey.
SAKETIMES NEWS – Feb 26th, 2019
Feb. 26. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: Sake producers Hakutsuru and Takara Shuzo duke it out for the top spot, with a new winner taking the title… for now. Then, the amazing art of Nada sake barrel making is crowned a Cultural Heritage. Finally, VR-enhanced tours let you explore sake breweries from the comfort of home!
SAKETIMES NEWS – Feb 19th, 2019
Feb. 19. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: Sake’s meteoric rise abroad continues with record high exports for 2018, but there’s still a lot of room to grow! Then, KIKIZAKE WEB aims to help international users find the right sake for them amidst a glut of options. Finally, the same sake served at one of Japan’s holiest shrines can be experienced at a special event in Monaco this March.
SAKETIMES NEWS – Feb 12th, 2019
Feb. 12. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: Wear your love of sake on your sleeve with brewery T-shirts from UNIQLO. Then, Nanbu Bijin get vegan status in a clever play that highlights sake’s inherent purity. Finally, Kubota Seppo, the strange lovechild of a sake brewery and an outerwear brand, returns for this year’s camping season!
SAKETIMES NEWS – Feb 5, 2019
Feb. 5. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: Sunshine, sand, and sake in the Maldives. Then, Kitora brewery showcases the talents of artists with Down syndrome with its new labels. Finally, who will be crowned the Kura Master at France’s next sake competition?
SAKETIMES NEWS – Jan 29, 2019
Jan. 29. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: Fukushima breweries take Manhattan with a new specialty shop on Canal Street. Next, are American sake consumers surprisingly sparing when it comes bottle size? Finally, get Tippsy in the comfort of your own home with this revolutionary sake delivery service!
SAKETIMES NEWS – Jan 22, 2019
Jan. 22. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: Let an artificial intelligence guide you to your ideal brand of sake at the Yummy Sake Week event in Tokyo. Then, Brussels gets its first ever sake bar at none other than the EU headquarters! Finally, Koreans, Taiwanese, and Hong Kongers agree: "drinking sake" is the best reason to travel to Japan in the winter.
SAKETIMES NEWS – Jan 15th, 2019
Jan. 15. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: The 2018 Dassai Design Awards come to a close with the winning design reveal below! Then, those craving sake in Finland now have a place to call home at Helsinki’s Gohan. Last, the world’s first pink sparkling sake!
SAKETIMES NEWS – Jan 8th, 2019
Jan. 8. 2019 writer:
In the news this week: Not only is New Zealand ready to compete in rugby this year in Japan, but they are bringing their sake game too, with Zenkuro. Then, will you be one of the very few lucky owners of a bottle of Link 8888, an experimental and highly exclusive sake matured in Chivas Regal barrels? Finally, Iki was an island once overflowing with sake, only to go dry 28 years ago, but one brewery has stepped up and decided to bring it back!
SAKETIMES NEWS – Dec 25th, 2018
Dec. 25. 2018 writer:
In the news this week: Sake fans in the UK get a rare chance to sample some great fresh sake for the first time. Then, Centrair Airport in central Japan offers a helping hand with an extensive tech-assisted, multilingual sake information guide. Last, Final Fantasy makers summon brewery Kokuryu for a special edition sake celebrating hit mobile game Brave Exvius.
