Do you Know Sake?
Sake Seasons
Japan has four distinct seasons and several customs involving sake are associated with these. In spring, people enjoy sake while viewing the cherry blossoms. In autumn, they place chrysanthemum petals...
Sake Seasons
Japan has four distinct seasons and several customs involving sake are associated with these. In spring, people enjoy sake while viewing the cherry blossoms. In autumn, they place chrysanthemum petals...
Why call it 'Sake'?
The term “sake” is often used in Japan to denote alcoholic beverages in general, including wine, beer and whisky. Sake itself is also called “Nihon-shu” or “sei-shu.” The element “shu”...
Why call it 'Sake'?
The term “sake” is often used in Japan to denote alcoholic beverages in general, including wine, beer and whisky. Sake itself is also called “Nihon-shu” or “sei-shu.” The element “shu”...
Hot or Cold Sake?
Sake can also be drunk heated, a practice that originated in the ninth century when aristocrats would warm sake to entertain guests. By the 18th century, people were drinking warmed...
Hot or Cold Sake?
Sake can also be drunk heated, a practice that originated in the ninth century when aristocrats would warm sake to entertain guests. By the 18th century, people were drinking warmed...