Why Is the Brand “Dassai” So Famous?
Sake

Why Is the Brand “Dassai” So Famous?

How did “Dassai” brand become so famous? See how a small brewery located in a distant town in Yamaguchi Prefecture innovated the sake industry. Global...
Gifts for Sake Lovers
Culture

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...
Top 5 Gifts for Sake Lovers
Culture

Top 5 Gifts for Sake Lovers

The biggest shopping days may be behind us, but have you crossed off everyone on your list? Check out our Top 5 gift recommendations for your sake-lovi...
Rice in field
Sake

What is Rice Polishing Ratio?

Seika studies "Japanese sake" at Niigata University in Japan, which is located at the center of sake production. She explains the basics of "Rice Polishing Ratio" and how that affects the overall q...
What is Rice Polishing Ratio?
Sake

What is Rice Polishing Ratio?

When you are looking for sake, you might find a percentage on the bottle label typically ranging from 20% to 90%. This is not the alcohol level but the...
Journey Into Sake
Culture

Journey Into Sake

Our Content Editor, Louie Anne talks about her first encounter with sake and her cultural experience growing up in beautiful Okinawa, Japan.
Journey Into Sake
Culture

Journey Into Sake

A memorable sip My first taste of sake is like a first kiss--fleeting and unforgettable. Who forgets one’s first kiss? One memorable summer evening i...
Rice field
Sake

Fact 1: Sake is Made From Rice

Sake, Japanese traditional alcoholic drink, is mysterious and complicated. Its flavor can easily change depending on temperature, vessels and food. Though it seems drinkable and smooth, you can get...
Fact 1: Sake is Made From Rice
Sake

Fact 1: Sake is Made From Rice

Sake, Japanese traditional alcoholic drink, is mysterious and complicated. Its flavor can easily change depending on temperature, vessels and food. Tho...