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Do you know that there are two main types of sake ingredients? They are "junmai-shu" and "alcohol-added sake.In this article, we will introduce the differences between Junmai-shu and alcohol-added sake, which you should know when choosin...

In Japan, there is a culture of choosing foods and dishes according to the seasons, and changing clothes and decorations to match the seasons. In the same way, sake also changes its appeal and enjoyment with the seasons in our daily live...

What is sake made of? Rice is indispensable for sake brewing. Did you know that there is a special rice for sake brewing? The rice used for sake brewing is called 酒造好適米, shuzo kouteki mai, rice for the sake brewing. Sake is brewed u...

【What are "Kimoto" and "Yamahai" on sake labels?】 When you walk into a sake shop and choose a sake, the first thing you will probably see is the label. On the label, there is a variety of information that will help you imagine the char...

【Amazake Improves Intestinal Flora and Excessive Drinking Worsens It】 In a previous article, we explained the intestinal benefits of koji amazake and how it improves intestinal flora. https://kyotosakeexperience.com/health-benefit-of-s...

The pain of constipation is a common health concern for many people. If you leave the bad condition untreated, constipation can lead to skin irritation such as pimples, or even a loss of appetite due to an overstuffed stomach. In such ca...

Amazake is a Japanese beverage known as sweet sake, and it is packed with vitamins and nutrients. It can be enjoyed hot or cold, all-year-round.Traditional amazake is made with a fermented combination of koji rice and steamed rice. The r...

【Is Sake Good or Bad for Your Health? Let's Find Out!】 When drinking sake at home, it may happen that you end up drinking too much. If you drink too heavily, it can cause various diseases and you will be warned by the doctor. If this w...

【Do You Enjoy Sake During "Stay Home Period"?】 With fewer opportunities to eat out, there are more opportunities to enjoy sake at home. It was easy just to order the recommended sake at a bar or izakaya before pandemic. On the top of t...

Into the Deeper World of Aged Sake Last time we have talked about some basic stuff about aged sake, such as aging methods and changes of taste. But what kind of containers do they usually use when they age sake? Let’s take a glimpse of i...