September 30, 2026
Expanding Opportunities to Enjoy Nihonshu in Japan / Proposing Pairings Beyond Japanese Cuisine Overseas
September 30, 2026 — This year is the 48th year since October 1 was designated as “Nihonshu...
August 31, 2026
August 31, 2026 — Four Breweries. Four Prefectures. Four Distinct Masters. De Maison Selections, known for its portfolio of artisanal wines from Spain and France, is expanding into Japanese sake...
July 9, 2026
July 9, 2026 — On June 19 and 20, 2026, the 17th Sake Fair, organized by the Japan Sake and Shochu Makers Association (JSS), was held in Tokyo for the first time in two years.*1 The Sake Fair included...
March 12, 2026
The Star Wine List of the Year competition will return to Japan for the second year running in April 2026, with an awards ceremony at ProWine Tokyo. An esteemed panel of judges has just announced its finalists,...
January 27, 2026
Harnessing NFC and ID authentication platforms to deliver solutions to brands’ challenges in marketing, supply chain management, and combatting imitation goods
January 27, 2026 (Tokyo, Japan) —...
January 23, 2026
Learning on-site, practical knowledge—from sake brewers to tane-koji producers
January 23, 2026 (Japan) — In November 2025, the Japan Sake and Shochu Makers Association (JSS) invited five wine...
January 7, 2026
A Koji-Centered Sake-Making Culture—Its Techniques and People Recognized Worldwide
January 7, 2026 (Japan) — On December 6, 2025, one year had passed since traditional Japanese sake-making using...
November 20, 2025
November 20, 2025 — The Japan Sake and Shochu Makers Association (JSS) held a masterclass on Japanese sake during the “ASI Best Sommelier of Asia & Pacific 2025” competition in Kuala Lumpur,...
November 5, 2025
Rice Shortage and Rapid Price Increase
November 5, 2025 — Rice is Japanese sake’s main raw ingredient and a critical factor in determining quality. Approximately 3% of Japan’s total rice production...
October 23, 2025
October 23, 2025 (Kobe, Japan / Los Angeles, CA) — Hakutsuru Sake Brewing Co., one of Japan’s most historic and award-winning sake producers, is proud to celebrate the 20th anniversary of its iconic...
August 29, 2025
Conducting a Sake Masterclass for Sommeliers in Singapore
August 29, 2025 (Japan) — The Japan Sake and Shochu Makers Association (JSS) has further strengthened its collaboration with the Association...
June 25, 2025
Gold Medal Recognition for Fukuju’s Commitment to Tradition, Innovation, and Sustainability
June 25, 2025 (Kobe, Japan) — Fukuju, the flagship brand of KOBE SHU-SHIN-KAN BREWERIES, LTD., is proud...
June 24, 2025
June 24, 2025 (Japan) — The Kokushu Fair 2025, organized by the Japan Sake and Shochu Makers Association (JSS), was held in Osaka over two days on June 14 and 15. Kokushu refers collectively to sake,...
June 2, 2025
This marks the second U.S.-made sake to enter the Japanese market.Kato Sake Works products will be available at select locations in Tokyo and Nagoya starting May 30, 2025.
June 2, 2025 (Brooklyn, NY)...
May 30, 2025
A playful, sensory-driven tasting experience hosted by ICE Agenzia – the Italian Trade Agency brings together Italy’s most iconic sparkling wines and producers at the Italy Pavilion.
May 30, 2025 (Osaka,...
May 9, 2025
An exclusive guided sake brewery tour with an English-speaking expert, featuring premium tastings and a refined kaiseki meal with Kobe beef.
May 9, 2025 (Kobe, Japan) ー KOBE SHU-SHIN-KAN BREWERIES, LTD.,...















