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

The National Police Agency is considering new bicycle traffic rules that will strengthen measures against drunk driving. Penalties for drunk driving are also planned, which could lead to increased arrests. The "Good Bicycle Safety Law" submitted to the National Public Safety Commission on December 21, 2023...

There are only a few days left in the year. Even as we overcome the COVID-19 pandemic, year-end parties continue, and it's easy to end up drinking too much. Dr. Ikuho Seto of Genpodo Acupuncture Clinic (Shibuya Ward, Tokyo) warns, "While alcohol is said to be the best medicine, excessive consumption can also be a poison."

Aeon's private brand products. There are various lineups such as "Burial Grand," a happoshu made with rare hops, delicious yet reasonably priced draft beer, and non-alcoholic beer available for only 86 yen. Let's take a closer look at what makes them so delicious. ...

Queen's Isetan will hold a lottery to sell a "Dream Set" one set of 660,000 yen including tax, which includes one bottle of either "Yamazaki 25years" or "Hibiki 30years", the price of which will be raised significantly from next April, and a "Fukuset" one set of 110,000 yen including tax, which includes "Yamazaki 12years" and "Hakushu 12 years". ...

Kumesen Distillery will begin domestic sales of "Ukiyo 50%," part of its "Ukiyo" whiskey brand series, which is sold exclusively overseas and features designs inspired by Japanese culture, at all Okinawa Blue stores and the Kumesen Distillery online shop from 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 28, 2023.

There seems to be a growing effort in Niigata Prefecture to age sake and wine on the ocean floor and make it a centerpiece of business and tourism. The idea of undersea aging originally came about as a result of stories spreading that wine pulled from sunken ships tasted...

A man in his 20s has been administratively punished by the Osaka Regional Taxation Bureau for violating the Liquor Tax Law for repeatedly reselling 1,500 bottles of luxury whiskey and other alcoholic beverages without a license to sell them. The unlicensed liquor seller was an unemployed man in his 20s. Three years ago, he was charged by a wholesaler in Osaka City with selling a bottle of high-end whiskey, "Ma...

Unless you're a bar fan or an industry insider, you might not realize that Yakitori Daikichi is a chain restaurant. "That" Yakitori Daikichi is located a little ways away from train stations all over the country. In fact, Daikichi is currently expanding with a new concept, commonly known as "White Daikichi." The appeal of Daikichi from the past...

Highballs, made with zero-sugar whiskey, are a healthy way to enjoy alcohol and are extremely popular for their refreshing taste that pairs well with food! Canned highballs are becoming increasingly popular in the alcohol sections of convenience stores and supermarkets, and the variety is expanding exponentially. From the many options available, it's hard to choose the perfect...

The multi-talented Imoarai-zaka Kakunaga, who is also an actor, comedian, stage director, and picture book author, was involved in the entire production process, from digging for sweet potatoes to washing them, sorting them, preparing them, and designing the labels.

Kappa Ebisen, well-known for its "I can't stop, I can't stop..." message, is pleased to announce the release of "Zesshin Kappa Ebisen Seto no Shio to Scallop Flavor," the first product co-created with fans in the "Zesshin Kappa Ebisen" lineup, featuring a combination of ingredients for a snack with alcoholic beverages. The product will be available from December 4, 2023 (Monday)...