Takara Shuzo

When did izakayas, the seduction-filled establishment that continues to captivate drinkers, come into being, and how have they become so beloved? This time, Professor Kenji Hashimoto of the Faculty of Human Sciences at Waseda University, author of "The Postwar History of Izakayas" (Shodensha Shinsho), who combines izakaya-hopping as a hobby and research fieldwork, will be the guest speaker...

On a quest to find snacks to go with shochu highballs, we headed to Omiya Market in Kita Ward, Saitama City. This market is open to both professionals and the general public. It's a luxury to be able to purchase fish from the market with a discerning guide in the unique atmosphere of the market. And while I was enjoying my shopping, I discovered...

Takara Shuzo Sake Talk: Along the railway lines that connect towns, there are famous bars and a drinking culture unique to each area. In this project, we explore the deep culture of each line along the Tokyo metropolitan area. Our host is Kiwako Kurashima, editor-in-chief of "Koten Sakaba." Together with guests with ties to each line, we will explore the towns and bars...

Tokyo: A Stroll Along the Railway Lines Each train line connecting towns is home to its own unique local bar and drinking culture. In this project, we explore the deep culture of each line along the Tokyo metropolitan area. Our navigator is Kiwako Kurashima, editor-in-chief of "Koten Sakaba." Together with guests with ties to each line, we explore the town and...

Takara Shuzo / sake banashi The popular drinking program "Machinuka de Yumarouze" started its 6th year in April with new members. Here is an interesting article about the "Machinuka de Yumarouze" and Takara Shuzo's sake banashi. Sake banashi: "Machinuka de Nomurawase" (BS-T...

This is the final installment of our series exploring how sake is enjoyed within the Kansai culinary culture. Bar writer Nao Suzuki explores the potential pairings of sake with Aje, a renowned Kyoto yakiniku and horumon restaurant, which she also visited for the first time.

Takase Kaikan, said to be Kyoto's oldest. In this installment of our popular Kaikan drinking series, we'll be introducing Takase Kaikan, located in Kiyamachi, Kyoto's number one drinking district. A "kaikan" is a drinking district where several small drinking establishments are gathered under one roof. Takase Kaikan is one of Kyoto's oldest drinking establishments...

"How to Enjoy Shochu" and "Original Chuhai" Stories. "Tales of Shochu You May Not Know," which began in 2022, features representatives from shochu mixer manufacturers like Hoppy and Hoisu sharing their history and secrets to their deliciousness, as well as a talk with a dispenser manufacturer...

Stories about Shochu You May Not Know About "Koten Sakaba" editor-in-chief Kiwako Kurashima is the host of "Tales about Shochu You May Not Know About." This time, as a "Compilation" (Part 1), she reviews basic knowledge about shochu at Chuhai Club C in Ogikubo and takes a fresh look at "Ko-rui Shochu"...

Enjoy Kobe beef with Shochikubai sake! We explore Kansai's food culture through the lens of sake, accompanied by Tokyo-born bar writer Suzuki Nao. This time, we'll enjoy the fusion of luxurious brand beef and sake. A truly blissful experience that even international travelers yearn for.