Going Global with SSA Sake Challenges
Aug. 1. 2022 writer:
SSA Sake Challenges are more than just contests; they’re ways to connect sake brewers with new markets, and Luxembourg is next
How to Drink
How to Get Your Sake Fix on the Go When Visiting Japan
Mar. 10. 2022 writer:
Whether on a long flight or a hurtling bullet train, a lengthy journey is always better with sake in tow
Why Sake is the Drink of Choice for Winter
Jan. 13. 2022 writer:
Whether served hot or chilled, sake works wonders with winter cuisine and festivities
Sake Meets Chocolate: Meiji and Oujiman Brewery Promote New Pairing Possibilities
Dec. 15. 2021 writer:
The famed chocolatier teams with a historic brewery to broaden sake’s horizons.
Sake Day ’21: America’s Premier Sake Event Returns
Nov. 4. 2021 writer:
How a pioneering sake event overcame adversity after its pandemic hiatus.
Sake Pairing with American Takeout
Oct. 7. 2021 writer:
Take a walk on the wild side and pair sake with your favorite to-go foods!
Classic Wine Pairings Meet Sake!
Apr. 15. 2021 writer:
KJ Sakura, wine sommelier and sake educator, gives a lecture on the basics of sake pairing, with helpful examples.
True Sake: An American Shop Spreading the Gospel of Sake
Mar. 13. 2020 writer:
Saying Beau Timken’s sake boutique in San Francisco got in on the ground floor of globalized sake is an understatement. Since 2003, True Sake has been on the frontlines of sake’s expansion in the USA and, through hard work and ingenuity, the shop has helped sway public opinion in sake’s favor one customer at a time.
Sake Travel: Drinking It All In at HOSHINOYA Tokyo
Nov. 14. 2019 writer:
The luxury ryokan Japanese inn in the heart of the Otemachi business district offers guests an immersive experience of traditional Japanese culture, including lots and lots of sake.
GEM by moto: Sake Needs to Be Communicated, Not Just Poured
Nov. 6. 2019 writer:
We talk to Marie Chiba at her bar in Ebisu, where she delights patrons with unique sake and food pairings.
The Best Place to Grab Sake Before You Go at Narita Airport
Sep. 12. 2019 writer:
Terminal 2 of the airport houses a duty-free liquor shop that lets you sample sake before buying. Team SAKETIMES was invited to get a frontline view of what makes this outlet special.
Understanding the Dates on Sake Labels
Jun. 27. 2019 writer:
The dates printed on the labels of sake bottles are admittedly not the most straightforward things in the world. However, once you understand the basic logic behind them they can be an excellent tool to ensure you get the most out of your favorite sake brands.
The Etiquette of Opening a Sake Bottle
Jun. 13. 2019 writer:
For a surefire way to impress at any sake-themed gathering, be sure to read these quick and easy methods for opening sake bottles like a pro. It’s more than just screwing off the cap, but still easy enough that anyone can do it right away.
A Sake-Lover’s Day (and Night) in Fushimi
Jun. 6. 2019 writer:
Our local contacts let us in on the best places for sake fans to eat, drink and be merry
Best Ways to Store Sake at Home
May. 16. 2019 writer:
Standing up or lying down? Refrigerated or not? Know the right way to hang on to your sake.
Sake’s Living History in Fushimi
Apr. 25. 2019 writer:
South of Kyoto, Fushimi is attracting visitors with picturesque buildings from the area's history of sake production, repurposed for the tourist trade.
6 Great Stores to Sip and Buy Sake in Tokyo
Mar. 7. 2019 writer:
Sake makes a great souvenir, but finding it in Tokyo’s vast metropolis can certainly seem a daunting task. But have no fear: We’ve compiled a list of six tried-and-true sake purveyors in the heart of Tokyo!
Hot Sake Warms You Up and Brings Out New Flavors in Your Favorite Drink
Jan. 10. 2019 writer:
It's winter again in many parts of the globe, which means it's the best time to explore the world of hot sake. Even if you’ve tried it before, it’s likely your hot sake experiences until now were just probing the surface of this particular rabbit hole.
Choose the Best Cups to Elevate Your Sake Game
Dec. 13. 2018 writer:
Size, shape, and material all have a big impact on how a single sake can taste. Read up on the basics of cup choice to level up your sake experience!
Kiraz: A Spanish-influenced pioneer in the pairing of sake and Western cuisine
Aug. 17. 2018 writer:
"It's not my nature to think of change as change — I’m just doing what I want to do."
Is Riedel’s New Junmai Sake Glass The World’s Best?
Jun. 15. 2018 writer:
Following the release of their popular Daiginjo Glass in 2000, the Austrian wine glass maker's long-awaited Junmai Glass sets out to lay claim to the genre.
Sake, Theatre, and Time Travel
May. 18. 2018 writer:
Discover the connections between sake and Edo Era Japan at Suigian
An Expert Shows You How to Pick The Perfect Cup for Your Sake
Apr. 20. 2018 writer:
Choosing the best cup for that delicious sake
3 Reasons Why Sake is The Secret Ingredient of This World Champion Chocolatier
Mar. 9. 2018 writer:
Sake brings out the flavor of the ingredients in chocolate perfectly. - Mary Chocolate chef chocolatier Oishi Shigeyuki
From Sake Bombs to Sommelier: An American Bartender in Japan
Feb. 9. 2018 writer:
American bartender Alex Barker discusses going from newbie-to-expert and how to find the right sake for you.
60 Minute Sake Tasting for 2000 Yen! Junmai Specialty Shop Yata
Jan. 26. 2018 writer:
Yata is a laidback, standing-style sake bar. The perfect bar to try a glass of sake on the way home from sightseeing in Shibuya or Shinjuku and a great place for beginners to get into sake.
Stylish “Kaku-uchi” Space in Ebisu
Oct. 26. 2017 writer:
Kimijimaya's newly-opened sake specialty shop in Ebisu, complete with "kaku-uchi" (standing bar), establishing itself as an accessible, go-to stop for sake discoveries.
Ginza Okabe: Charming sushi restaurant offers optimal sake pairing for each dish
Aug. 17. 2017 writer:
This Ginza sushi restaurant operates on the principle of making customers comfortable by paying meticulous attention to every single aspect of their dining experience.
A taste of sake nostalgia, brewed before your very eyes: Nihonshu Hotaru, Kanda
Apr. 17. 2017 writer:
Doburoku, a rather elusive sake of old just made its return to Tokyo and the SAKETIMES team simply couldn't wait to get a taste.
Ramen & Sake in Tokyo
Apr. 11. 2017 writer:
World famous ramen chain Ippudo is making headlines back in Japan with a new style eatery.
If you Like to Sip Your Sake, the Ochoko is your Best Friend
Jul. 26. 2016 writer:
Through the origins and etymology of this traditional sake sipping cup, we look at some potential reasons why a smaller serving style became so popular in Japan.
Do Sake Have an Expiry Date?
Jun. 15. 2016 writer:
An explanation of whether or not sake comes with an expiry date, whether it actually needs one, and why.
3 Ways in which Serving Sake in a Wine Glass Enhance the Experience
May. 17. 2016 writer:
Drinking sake in a wine glass is more than just fine.
Should You Store Sake Upright? or On its Side?
May. 6. 2016 writer:
Is sake stored upright? or on its side? Which is correct? That's the question that we will attempt to answer in today's article.
Sake on the Rocks – Mythical Creature or Time-tested Trick?
May. 6. 2016 writer:
If you're familiar with enjoying sake outside of Japan, you might have wondered if sake "on the rocks" is actually a thing? In this article we describe how to enjoy sake on the rocks and the merits of drinking it this way.
