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AWARD : SAKE

An Elixir Born from Oze’s Pristine Snowmelt

The Philosophy of Nagai Shuzo’s “Mizubasho” In Kawaba Village, Gunma Prefecture, nestled at the headwaters of the Tone River, lies a historic sake brewery with a legacy dating back to 1886. This is Nagai Shuzo Co., Ltd. Led by sixth-generation president Noriyoshi Nagai, the brewery has continuously pushed the boundaries of innovation while deeply honoring […]

AWARD : SAKE

Mastering the Art of 33%

An All-Junmai Daiginjo Brewery’s Vision ｜ TATENOKAWA Stream Red “Kyuryu” Nestled in Sakata City, Yamagata Prefecture｜a region blessed with the pristine waters and abundant rice harvests of the Shonai Plain｜stands a brewery whose legacy traces back to 1832 (the 3rd year of the Tenpo era). This is Tatenokawa Sake Brewery. The brewery captured the sake […]

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Why does Japanese sake need an art bottle? Romero Britto brings color to SAKE HUNDRED “Byakko,” the brand’s first sake aged for five years.

Original WEB (OPENERS)site SAKE HUNDRED A new kind of value for sake that does not end the moment you finish the glass. On November 5, 2025, SAKE HUNDRED released a special bottle priced at 1.1 million yen (tax included), created in collaboration with world-renowned pop artist Romero Britto. The vivid artwork, inspired by Hokusai Katsushika’s […]

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Sakurao and Togouchi, The Elegance of Twin Terroirs

Whisky is no longer chosen only for its famous name or age statement. What truly draws us is the landscape where it was born and the maker’s philosophy. Perhaps we realize that savoring such a “story” is the ultimate luxury. Answering this new sense of value are two single malts created by Sakurao Brewery & […]

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KANPAI THAILAND 2025 at NIPPON HAKU BANGKOK

Event Record • August 29–31, 2025 • QSNCC, Bangkok KANPAI THAILAND 2025, a Japanese sake event, was held at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) in Bangkok as part of NIPPON HAKU BANGKOK. This page is kept as a record of the event, which has ended.

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N by Hidetoshi Nakata

THE GENESIS OF A VISION Following his retirement from his professional football (soccer) career, Hidetoshi Nakata spent seven years traveling throughout Japan’s forty-seven prefectures to learn more about Japanese culture and craftsmanship. Of all the traditions he encountered, sake brewing in particular captured his attention. “My goal: to bring Japan’s precious assets to the world […]

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Sake That Smells Like Bananas? The Science Behind SMV −0.2

On May 28, 2025, the Hiroshima Industry Hall was heavy with early-summer humidity. The moment the doors opened, a sweet mix of banana, pear, and green-apple aromas swept through the room. This was the tasting session of the National New Sake Appraisal. Along the long stainless-steel tables stood 809 fresh labels, and about 500 brewers […]

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Reinventing Shochu: Inside Daiyame & CHILL GREEN’s Flavor Revolution | Hamada Shuzo

Bacchus Global TV Discover how Hamada Shuzo from Kagoshima, Japan is shattering stereotypes about imo‑shochu. The smash‑hit brand Daiyame delivers an unexpected lychee aroma thanks to the brewery’s proprietary Kōjuku‑imo technique, making shochu approachable for beginners. Next‑generation label CHILL GREEN dives even deeper with two expressions｜Spicy & Citrus featuring Taiwanese spice “maqaw,” and Bitter & Tropical infused […]

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Kura Master 2025

 Kura Master is a sake competition held in Paris that began in 2017, and its key feature is that the judges are limited to French sommeliers and staff from Michelin-starred restaurants. The main yardstick is “compatibility with gastronomy.” In other words, the lively synergy created when the sake is paired with food matters more than […]

AWARD : WHISKY

Saburomaru Distillery: The Copper-Tin Alloy Still Revolution Behind Japan’s Boldest Peated Whisky

Bacchus Global TV Dive into the world of Saburomaru Distillery, a craft whisky pioneer in Tonami, Toyama!Discover how Japan’s oldest Hokuriku distillery pairs a dramatic 160-year legacy with the world’s first bronze pot still, ZEMON｜co-created with a 400-year-old bell foundry in nearby Takaoka. We cover its heavy-peated malt (50 ppm+), local Toyama terroir, and how the […]

AWARD : SAKE

SAKE HUNDRED, What Sets SAKE HUNDRED Apart from Ordinary Sake

Bacchus Global TV Dive into the world of SAKE HUNDRED, Japan’s most luxurious sake line! Why do bottles priced in the thousands of dollars sell out instantly? We unpack the four pillars of its success｜uncompromising quality (18 % polishing), deliberate scarcity, powerful storytelling, and immersive brand experiences｜while revealing the brand’s fabless production strategy and data-driven […]

AWARD : SAKE

Secrets of Haneya : How Haneya Brewery is Redefining Premium Sake Craftsmanship

Bacchus Global TV Discover the secrets of Toyama’s famed Fumigiku Brewery and the world-renowned Haneya brand! Dive into their passion, craftsmanship, and unique brewing philosophy｜an unmissable story for every sake lover. Thai, English dialog only TH_06:56:15, EN_13：26：14 Discover the culture behind every bottle We share brewery stories, tasting notes and the craft of koji & […]

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