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AWARD : SAKE

In the Heart of Kyoto Stands a 300-Year-Old Sake Brewery

With the slogan “Trust your own palate,” the Sake-1 Grand Prix ranks sake from breweries across Japan by votes from tasters. Held each year at Matsuo Taisha in Kyoto, it is a rare competition in the sake world where consumers’ impressions directly determine the results. At the 9th competition, held on April 19, 2026, one bottle selected for third place was Matsui Sake Brewery’s “Kagura” from Kyoto.

Drink

Koji Whisky

What Is “Koji Whiskey”?A new trend is emerging in the whiskey world “Koji Whiskey.” This distilled spirit combines Japan’s traditional koji fermentation techniques with the long-term aging methods of whiskey. It can’t legally be called “whiskey” under Japanese regulations, so it remains relatively unknown in Japan. However, overseas, the unique umami from koji and the […]

Bruno Paillard

Fillets is back at One Bangkok

My return to Fillets at One Bangkok was unforgettable. Located on The Storeys’ 3rd floor, it offers an “Anatomy of Taste Theatre” under Chef Randy’s masterful touch. He guided us through inventive appetizers, fresh sashimi, cooked dishes, sublime sushi, and heavenly desserts. The special Wakaze pairing, a French-born sake, accentuated each bite. We finished four […]

Japanese Products

The Legacy of Naohiko Noguchi

The Future of Japanese Sake, Guided by a Legendary TojiIn the world of Japanese sake, there is one Toji (master brewer) whose name evokes admiration and awe. That person is none other than Naohiko Noguchi. Born in Noto Town in Ishikawa Prefecture, he began his path as a sake brewer at the age of sixteen. […]

Drink

Why Moriizo Shochu is Known as Japan’s “Phantom Spirit”

Moriizo is a premium sweet potato spirit (shochu) made by Moriizo Distillery in Tarumizu City, Kagoshima Prefecture. Since 1885, for over 130 years, they have kept their traditional method of making shochu in clay pots (Kame-tsubo-shikomi). This clay pot method creates an ideal environment for yeast growth and fermentation, leading to unique flavors. The well-used […]

Food

The Global Tour of Shichiken and Alain Ducasse

The event series between Yamanashi Meijo’s Shichiken and Chef Alain Ducasse began on October 26 in Bangkok, following activities in seven cities worldwide from October 22. This program is documented as a record of collaboration between a Japanese sake producer and a global restaurant group, including menu coordination, production planning, and hospitality operations. The collaboration […]

AWARD : SAKE

Discover Ohmine

Experience Ohmine, a Japanese sake that captivates global gourmets with its masterful blend of tradition and innovation. Nestled in the rich natural surroundings of Mine City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Ohmine Brewery is a historic sake brewery established in 1822. Though sake production once ceased, a new chapter began in 2010 when Tsuyoshi Akiyama brought fresh innovation […]

CHAMPAGNE

Luxurious Edomae Sushi Journey at Sushi Saito Bangkok

“Sushi Saito Bangkok” is a luxury sushi restaurant located within the Four Seasons Hotel in Bangkok, and it serves as an overseas branch of Japan’s famous sushi restaurant “Sushi Saito.” Carrying on the tradition and techniques of the original restaurant, it offers a high-quality sushi experience right in Bangkok. As a leader in sushi culture, […]

Japanese Products

The reason for selling the high-end sake “Byakko” of over 30,000 yen -approaching the high-priced zone strategy of Sake Hundred

CLEAR’s sake brand “SAKE HUNDRED” sells sake at a high price range of tens of thousands of yen to hundreds of thousands of yen in the general liquor industry for a few thousand yen. The strategy will be different from other companies, including providing a 16 million yen sake brewery tour in July this year. […]

AWARD : SAKE

How Warmed Sake Enhances Culinary Experiences

National Warmed Sake Contest 2024 The National Warmed Sake Contest is the only unique contest in the world to select the best tasting sake when heated. One of the greatest characteristics of sake is that it offers different flavors as the temperature changes. While there are a wide variety of alcoholic beverages such as beer, […]

AWARD : WHISKY

Saburomaru Whiskey Goes Global

Experience the Unique Flavors of Toyama Whiskey that could only be born in Toyama is now going global. Saburomaru Distillery, the oldest whisky distillery in Hokuriku, began its history in 1952, and since then has been constantly pursuing innovation while preserving tradition. The latest “Saburomaru IV” will be released in June 2024 and is attracting […]

AWARD JAPANESE LIQUEUR

Rise of Shochu Liqueurs

A New Trend in Japanese Alcoholic Beverages When you hear the word “liqueur,” you probably think of whiskey- or gin-based cocktails. However, traditional Japanese shochu-based liqueurs also attract many fans for their unique qualities. In this article, I will look at why shochu-based liqueurs are particularly popular. Shochu, like other spirits, has a high alcohol […]