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Topics.[Book] A complete guide to whiskey that thoroughly analyzes 284 brands has been released
Gakken Co., Ltd., a member of the Gakken Group, published "The Whisky Encyclopedia: Find Your Perfect Drink" on September 26, 2025. Aimed at whiskey beginners and enthusiasts alike, this book introduces 284 carefully selected brands of whiskey from around the world and Japan, complete with photographs.
Blog[Blog/syupo] Odawara's "Tenshiro Sushi" serves exquisite local horse mackerel nigiri! A famous sushi restaurant serving locally sourced sushi made with freshly caught seafood from Sagami Bay
I want to eat sushi. And not just gizzard shad or conger eel prepared in the Edomae style, but local fish freshly caught in Sagami Bay. When I feel that way, I might head not to Toyosu or the downtown area from the city center, but to the castle town of Odawara, just a short ride on the Romancecar from Shinjuku. This time, I'll be taking the trouble to...
stopping business[Closing] "Sakadokoro Hiro," known as "Fukuoka's New Kayaba," closes after 50 years of history due to construction of a skateboard park
Tenjin's Sakadokoro Hiro Sakadokoro Hiro, a long-established izakaya restaurant next to the Fukuoka Boat Races that has been popular among Tokyo drinkers as "Fukuoka's New Kayaba," has announced on its official Instagram that it will be closing on January 8, 2026. The reason for the closure...
youtube[Tama Channel] The ingredients, handmade sake, and the staff at Itabashi's "Ajikobo Ichizushi" are amazing!
We visited "Aji Kobo Ichizushi" after a tip from a viewer. The chef, the hostess, and the customers were all amazing! The seasonal handmade sake was just amazing! Tama Channel
Topics.[New Product] "Hojichawari" now available in Takara Shochu's Ochawari series
Takara Shochu's Soft Hojicha Mix Takara Shuzo will be releasing a new autumn/winter limited edition, "Takara Shochu's Soft Hojicha Mix," nationwide on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, as part of its "Ochawari" (tea-making) series, which is becoming increasingly popular among young people. Ready-to-Drink (RTD) beverages have become increasingly popular in recent years...
Blog[Blog/Parikko] Pig's feet from "Kadoya Pig's Feet" in Namba, Osaka
For the second time this year, I took advantage of work to go on a drinking tour around Kansai. I usually go on drinking tours with people who live in Kansai, but this time I arrived in Shin-Osaka in the afternoon and didn't have any plans until the evening. This was my chance to drink alone in Osaka. Oh, I know, I should go to that bar...
youtube[YouTube] Top 10 Standing Bars in Kanda! From Under the Guard to Back Alleys, Only Bars That Satisfy Adults!
Kanda is a city that has flourished since the Edo period, where tradition and business districts coexist. "Historic towns have famous restaurants" and "Places where people gather have bars." These sayings are true, and this city is home to many wonderful bars that have provided relaxation for working people. Today, we'll be touring some of Kanda's standing bars...
Topics.[Information] "Shirokaku Highball Can" New Release for a Limited Time
Suntory will launch the new "Shirokaku Highball Can" nationwide for a limited time starting December 2, 2025. This product inherits the characteristics of the previously sold "Shirokaku" whiskey, a light and refreshing tasting can. It has an alcohol content of 6%...
stopping business[Closing] Honke Owariya, a Kyoto-based restaurant with a 550-year history, will close its soba restaurant and cease confectionery production in January next year.
Honke Owariya Main Store, a long-established soba restaurant in Kyoto with a history of approximately 550 years, has announced that it will be closing its soba restaurant and ceasing its confectionery production and sales on January 11, 2026. According to its official website, due to the financial burden of the COVID-19 pandemic and construction costs...
Blog[Blog/Nikomi Mist] The ultimate drinkable fish shop! Koiwa's "Uo Kei"
Koiwa "Uo Kei" Located in a residential area of Koiwa, Uo Kei is a local fish shop where locals come to get takeout sashimi. The freshness and reasonable prices are reflected in the drinks served inside the shop, making it a representative Tokyo "fish shop where you can drink." The second-generation head chef is in charge of butchering the fish, while the third-generation chef...
Topics.[New Product] Canned version added to Gekkeikan "Argo" series. New sparkling version also available.
Gekkeikan Argo Gekkeikan has expanded its 5% alcohol sake brand "Argo" with two new additions: the canned "Gekkeikan Argo Sake 5.0" (180 mL can / 255 yen excluding tax) and the sparkling "Gekkeikan Argo Sparkling Sake 5.0" (250 mL bottle / 3 yen excluding tax).
Topics.[Fire] Hashimotoya Honten, a long-established soba restaurant in Morioka that was founded 400 years ago, was completely burned down.
At around 11:20 PM on Tuesday, October 7th, a fire broke out at Hashimotoya Honten, a long-established soba restaurant on Honmachi-dori in Morioka City that was founded in 1618. The two-story wooden building, which also served as a residence and store, was completely burned down. The fire spread to an adjacent building and was extinguished about five hours later at 4:30 AM on the 8th. At the time of the fire, there was no one inside the restaurant...
Blog[Blog/syupo] Shinkoiwa's "Gojuban" is the ideal local Chinese restaurant with 60 years of history! The famous restaurant's omelet rice is a taste that will tempt you with Kirin.
Tucked away in an alleyway where Shin-Koiwa's shopping district turns into a residential area is a long-time local Chinese restaurant, "Gojuban," established in 1965. The restaurant's vermilion tables evoke a nostalgic atmosphere, and the exquisite omelet rice with plump eggs is a true local Chinese masterpiece. The ramen is also a great value at 400 yen...
Topics.[Information] Snow Peak x Nagahama Distillery collaboration whiskey to be released in limited quantities
TAKIBI World Blended Whisky Outdoor brand Snow Peak has collaborated with Nagahama Distillery, a craft distillery in Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture, to produce TAKIBI World Blended Whisky...
Topics.[Drinking Train] Enjoy "One Drop, One Station - Shinkansen Sake Tour" in the Sanyo Shinkansen Green Car
A special train event called "One Drop, One Station: A Shinkansen Sake Tour" will be held on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from October 31 (Fri) to November 30 (Sun), 2025, where passengers can rent out an entire Green Car on the Sanyo Shinkansen to enjoy fine sake and snacks from various regions along the line.
Blog[Blog/syupo] Mikawashima's "Yakiniku Yamadaya" was founded in 1964 and is a downtown yakiniku mecca where hormone lovers gather!
Mikawashima, Arakawa Ward, is said to be Tokyo's oldest Korean town. Privately run yakiniku restaurants dot the area around the station, and the mouth-watering aroma wafts through the air. Among the many famous restaurants, one that has continued to attract foodies since its founding in 1964 (Showa 39) is Yakiniku Yamadaya. It's worth making the effort to visit...
stopping business[Closed] Koshienguchi's long-established yakitori restaurant "Takumi" will close on October 17th
Yakitori Takumi, a long-established yakitori restaurant near JR Koshienguchi Station in Nishinomiya City, will be closing on Friday, October 17th. Thank you for your continued support. Nishinomiya Walking MAP Yakitori Takumi 〒663-8113 ...
Events[Event Information] 28 breweries will be exhibiting at the "Autumn Sake Festival Gifu - Get Drunk on Gifu's Local Sake 2025" held on October 25th and 26th
The "Autumn Sake Festival Gifu - Get Drunk on Gifu's Local Sake 2025" will be held at Kin Park in Gifu City on Saturday, October 25th and Sunday, October 26th. Conveniently located about 30 minutes from Nagoya Station, the festival will feature booths from 28 breweries and a lineup of 83 local sakes. Aged "Hiyaoro" sake...
Blog[Blog/syupo] Otsuka's "Sushidokoro Uokan" has been in business for 33 years! This family-run, traditional sushi restaurant offers elegant side dishes and reasonably priced premium nigiri sushi.
One night when you suddenly feel like eating sushi, you'd rather enjoy delicious appetizers and drinks at a warm, family-run establishment rather than a bustling entertainment district like Ikebukuro. Of course, a popular establishment! Sushidokoro Uokan is the place to visit for those times. You'll find classic local sushi here...
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