Warming sake, known as atsukan or okan, transforms its aroma and flavor, revealing new layers of sweetness, umami, and ...

A primer on how to drink sake mirrors that of Japanese whisky: you savor it. Considered the national drink of Japan, sake has served as a staple in Japanese cuisine and culture for centuries (as has ...

Etiquette plays a prominent role in Japanese culture. Whether you're paying for a meal in a Japanese restaurant, entering ...

No other non-Japanese person on earth has achieved what John Gauntner has in the realm of sake. The Ohio native, who now lives in Japan, is the world’s only non-Japanese certified master of sake ...

The world of sake, Japan's national drink, is vast and fascinating. There are many different flavor profiles and breweries to explore. Learning about all the varieties of sake and what makes them ...

For a low-ABV cocktail that goes down smoothly, try swapping liquor for sake with help from an expert who offers some novel ...

Yuka Nakai, co-owner of popular Encinitas restaurant Sake House Yu Me Ya, just opened a second location in Hillcrest. This new mid-town spot—opened just three weeks ago—is poised to deliver the same ...

Today is World Sake Day – and it’s not just another meaningless food or drink holiday to add to your calendar. October 1 marks the first day of sake-making season in Japan, the fermented beverage’s ...