May. 14. 2019 posted by
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.
May. 7. 2019 posted by
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.
Apr. 30. 2019 posted by
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.
Apr. 23. 2019 posted by
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.
Apr. 16. 2019 posted by
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.
Apr. 9. 2019 posted by
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.
Apr. 2. 2019 posted by
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.
Mar. 26. 2019 posted by
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.
Mar. 19. 2019 posted by
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.
Mar. 12. 2019 posted by
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.
Mar. 5. 2019 posted by
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.
Feb. 26. 2019 posted by
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!
Feb. 19. 2019 posted by
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.
Feb. 12. 2019 posted by
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!
Feb. 5. 2019 posted by
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?
Jan. 29. 2019 posted by
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!
Jan. 22. 2019 posted by
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.
Jan. 15. 2019 posted by
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!
Jan. 8. 2019 posted by
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!
Dec. 25. 2018 posted by
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.
Dec. 18. 2018 posted by
In the news this week: Another winter, another new and special stock of Funaguchi unpasteurized sake. Then, a byproduct of sake brewing surprisingly takes the Japanese cosmetic world. And, Uruguay imports its first-ever sake in a sign of the drink’s increasing global appeal.
Dec. 11. 2018 posted by
The Latest Sake News from Around The World - Sanyohai Brewery Damaged in Fire, Donations Now Open.
Dec. 4. 2018 posted by
The Latest Sake News from Around The World - Dassai to Open New York Brewery / Five Niigata Sake Breweries Save Forests / Fukui Prefecture Unveils New Sake Rice
Nov. 27. 2018 posted by
The Latest Sake News from Around The World - Ippudo opens Santa Monica US location / Leader in Sparkling Sake Unveils New "Mizubasho Yukihotaka Awasake" / Government to Loosen Regulations on Sake Production in Sightseeing Areas
Nov. 20. 2018 posted by
The Latest Sake News from Around The World - Line of Sake Cups by Michelin-recognized Expert / Dassai Design Award / Celebration of Hakkaisan Brewery's Kosher Certification
Nov. 13. 2018 posted by
The Latest Sake News from Around The World - Japanese Wine Gets Stricter Labeling Criteria / Belgium's Sake Selection / Sake Rice Farm Certificatied to Sell at Olympics
Nov. 6. 2018 posted by
The Latest Sake News from Around The World - Aged Sake Takes Gold Medals from Women / Wine and Spirits Event in HK / Sake Kasu Beer
Oct. 30. 2018 posted by
The Latest Sake News from Around The World - English podcast, Sake On Air / Sake Giant Publishes Comic Strip / "Booziest Prefecture" rankings
Oct. 23. 2018 posted by
The Latest Sake News from Around The World - Pharmaceutical University Researched Koji Amasake Benefit / Carb-free Sake and Breath / Nouveau Sake
Oct. 16. 2018 posted by
The Latest Sake News from Around The World - Sake Sold at Paris' Oldest Department Store / New Sakes by Michelin Three-Star Restaurants / Sake Festival Coming to Sydney
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