Category Archives: Nihonshu (Japanese sake)

Jojima Sake Festival 2013

Posted on January 12, 2013 by findingfukuoka

If you like Japanese sake (nihonshu), then you know that one of the most exciting times of the year has nearly arrived–kurabiraki season! Kurabiraki is when sake breweries open their doors to visitors and offer free or low-priced tastings of most … Continue reading →

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New Permanent Nihonshu (Japanese Sake) Guide

Posted on July 9, 2012 by findingfukuoka

I have added a permanent section to this blog, “Nihonshu (Japanese Sake): Introduction and Guide to Bars and Shops.” It includes updated versions of the descriptions and explanations I posted previously (sake brewing process, nihonshu terminology, benefits of nihonshu, etc.), as well as guides … Continue reading →

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Introduction to Japanese Sake (Nihonshu) and Sake Shops in Fukuoka

Posted on December 27, 2011 by findingfukuoka

When it comes to alcoholic beverages, most people associate Kyushu with shochu, a type of liquor widely produced in the region (especially in southern Kyushu). However, in Fukuoka Prefecture (and neighboring Saga Prefecture), nihonshu has considerable popularity. Nihonshu (lit. “sake of … Continue reading →

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Sake Dining Sagakura

Posted on April 30, 2011 by findingfukuoka

In June 2010, a remarkable bar called Sake Dining Sagakura opened in the Tenijn/Nakasu area. Although shochu, local beer, and other drinks are available, Sagakura’s main focus is on nihonshu (Japanese rice liquor, often known simply as”sake” in other countries). … Continue reading →

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