conversation to liven up a cup of sake (esp. in the context of a tea ceremony)

When you drink too much alcohol, your liver can't keep up with the breakdown of alcohol, which increases the amount of active oxygen, adversely affecting cells and melanin production, leading to more gray hair. Furthermore, the breakdown of alcohol consumes the protein that makes up hair, making it harder for nutrients to reach the hair. This, combined with aging, can accelerate graying. Here are some countermeasures...

In recent years, demand for low-alcohol products has been increasing in the canned chuhai market. While the high-alcohol "strong" drinks that were once popular have become a trend, consumers are increasingly expressing their desire to avoid getting drunk, prompting alcoholic beverage manufacturers to strengthen their lineups of low-alcohol products.

Miss SAKE 2025 will see approximately 500 events throughout the year! We are now accepting applications for Miss SAKE 2025, an ambassador who will promote the traditional Japanese culture of sake. You can apply yourself! Or, if you know a perfect sake-loving woman, you can introduce her to the event!

On September 20, the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare released "Alcohol Watch," a tool that allows users to easily understand the alcohol breakdown time and pure alcohol content after drinking. Users can select various types of alcohol, such as beer, shochu, and sake, and calculate the pure alcohol content and breakdown time...

With the growing popularity of Japanese whiskey, counterfeit products are also on the rise. Counterfeit products are especially easy to find on personal-to-consumer (CtoC) applications and auctions, and some counterfeiters have been known to use empty bottles to make clever counterfeits. To avoid counterfeit products, it is advisable to visit official stores operated by companies or actual stores...

Don't talk about baseball, religion, or politics at a drinking party! That's the old saying, isn't it? So what kind of talk is actually top-notch? What kind of talk structure wins trust? Click here to read the rest of the article.

Welcome to the Snack Bar Online Snack Yokocho Bunka Co., Ltd. has released the snack culture media "Welcome to the Snack Bar." This media will share the charm and know-how of snack bar culture, as well as the voices of bar owners and bar owners from all over Japan, in both Japanese and English.

A beer garden serving beer-tasting beverages with less than 1.0% alcohol content, "Kokochiyori Wei-Arena Garden," will open for a limited time from August 29 to 31 at Inaribashi Square in front of Shibuya Stream. Asahi Beer, Yakko Brewing, Tricumi, Kiuchi Sake Brewery 1823, Sass...

In the summer, sweating can easily cause loss of body fluids, which can increase blood uric acid levels, making gout more likely to develop. Heat can also reduce appetite and lead to inadequate fluid intake. To prevent gout, frequent hydration and a balanced diet are essential.

Navit Corporation conducted a survey of 1,000 people regarding alcohol. The results showed that 63% people like alcohol, with beer being especially popular. Those who drink alcohol every day were in the minority, at 18.7%. Furthermore, it was found that many people prefer to drink alone...

COEDO x Calbee will release a limited-edition "Dondo Miino," a beer designed to complement the Miino. "Dondo Miino (Mellow IPA)" will be available in supermarkets, mainly in the Kanto region, from Tuesday, August 6, 2024. Product Overview...

Korea's popular rice soju, "WON SOJU," has been released in Japan as a new product, "WON SOJU TO GO." This pouch-type product is designed for outdoor use and can be frozen and carried around as an ice pack. It has an alcohol content of 171% TP4T and is 100% Korean...

Starting on July 17, 2024 (Wednesday), "Mawaru Shake Shinsei Ottersai Non-Alcohol" using Asahi Shuzo's rice malt amazake "Shinsei Amazake" will be available in limited quantities at Mos Burger outlets nationwide. This is the third collaboration since the first collaboration in 2020, the last being "Mawaru Shake ...

Oyatsu Company, Inc. and SFP Holdings, Inc. announced their first collaboration with the seafood izakaya restaurant "Isomaru Suisan." Starting July 15, 2024, they will be releasing "Baby Star Ramen," a recreation of Isomaru Suisan's popular "Crab Miso Shell Grill" menu item. Additionally, the ramen will be available at Isomaru Suisan restaurants nationwide...

Alcohol can have a negative effect on lower back pain and hip labrum inflammation. Alcohol consumption increases blood flow, potentially worsening inflammation. Painkillers and other medications are also broken down in the liver, so combining them with alcohol puts strain on the liver and reduces the effectiveness of the medication.