Authentic Hakata Experience in Los Angeles
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Authentic Hakata Experience in Los Angeles

In this article, I would like to introduce one of my favorite spots from my recent visits, Hakata Izakaya Hero. Nestled in the heart of “Tehrangeles” i...
Sake for The “Tsukimi,” The Harvest Moon
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Sake for Tsukimi, the Harvest Moon

What is it about the moon that brings wonder? Is it the glow or pull on the waves, or how it appears to us in different shapes?
Sake for Tsukimi, the Harvest Moon
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Sake for Tsukimi, the Harvest Moon

What is it about the moon that brings wonder? Is it the glow or pull on the waves, or how it appears to us in different shapes? If you haven’t gazed at...
Best Sake for Your Chinese Zodiac Sign
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Best Sake for Your Chinese Zodiac Sign

Last update: January 12, 2023. Japanese culture and Chinese culture have always been intertwined. The kanji in the Japanese writing system, for exampl...
Five Perfect Sake to Celebrate Father’s Day
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Five Perfect Sake to Celebrate Father’s Day

Fathers are a talented bunch. Even when something is new to them and there are no manuals or roadmaps, somehow, they get things done! Some of my fondes...
Raise Your Glass for World Sake Day
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Raise Your Glass for World Sake Day

Today is World Sake Day! Across Japan and around the world, sake’s heritage and history will be celebrated with sake tasting and food pairing events. I...
Bringing Japan Home: IKEBANA
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Bringing Japan Home: IKEBANA

Seeing the cherry blossoms in person is a wonderful experience, but for those who are unable to travel this season, there's another way to bring home a...
Enchanting Sakura
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Enchanting Sakura

Spring is one of Japan’s most beloved seasons. It is a time of beginnings, and for sake lovers, a time to enjoy sake after the traditional brewing seas...
Gifts for Sake Lovers
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Top 5 Gifts for Sake Lovers

The art of sake deserves to be celebrated! Here are the Top 5 gift recommendations for your sake-loving friend or co-worker. Use the right sake vessels to enjoy hot or chilled sake. Serve it on a b...