Some time ago you may have seen Prime Minister Abe pouring Sake for President Obama Sushi Jiro during the US President’s official visit to Japan. The use of Sake is integral to Japanese culture and building relationships. Although SakePortal exports Japanese Sake we can not export the culture! But we hope we can give… Continue reading JAPANESE SAKE DRINKING CULTURE
Category: About Japanese sake
Learn about Japapnese sake and Japan sake drinking culture
Sake Flavour Profiles and Food Pairings
Sake Flavour Profiles and Food Pairings: Exploring the Art of Matching Sake with Culinary Delights Sake, the iconic Japanese rice wine, holds a cherished place in the world of gastronomy. Crafted from fermented rice, water, yeast, and a key fermenting agent known as koji mold, sake encompasses a rich spectrum of flavours and textures.… Continue reading Sake Flavour Profiles and Food Pairings
Sake types
Sake types Of the Japanese words commonly used to describe types of sake, four are official terms in the tax law that define the quality level of the product, and the rest refer to styles of sake that happen to be popular at the moment. Here is an explanation of the types of sake you’ll… Continue reading Sake types
Touring Sake Breweries
‘Sake Brewery Tourism1’ is gaining attention as a new travel style that not only allows participants to visit sake breweries and taste sake and other alcohol but also offers an immersive experience in the region’s culture, food, and nature. We spoke with Professor Emeritus HOSONO Sukehiro of Chuo University, who is dedicated to promoting its… Continue reading Touring Sake Breweries
Basic Sake FAQs Answered
Basic Sake FAQs Q What exactly is sake? Is it a beer? A wine? A spirit? A While it is easy to say what sake is not ー it is definitely not a distilled spirit like vodka or gin ー it is a bit harder to say exactly what sake is. Like beer, sake is… Continue reading Basic Sake FAQs Answered
Premium Koshu Aged Sake Range
Sakeportal Introduces Premium Koshu Aged Sake Range for import Aged to perfection: elegant, export-ready sake crafted for connoisseurs, collectors, and culinary professionals worldwide. Sakeportal has launched an exceptional lineup of Koshu Aged Sake—a collection of matured Japanese sakes aged between 10 and 30 years, offering depth, umami, and world-class character. With several products already… Continue reading Premium Koshu Aged Sake Range
New Innovation Sake Collection
Sakeportal Unveils Bold New Innovation Sake Collection A fusion of tradition, experimentation, and international import appeal Japan’s centuries-old sake brewing tradition has just entered an exciting new chapter. Sakeportal, a leading platform for curated Japanese sake exports, has introduced its Innovation Sake lineup—an ambitious collection that redefines what sake can be. From cask-aged rice… Continue reading New Innovation Sake Collection
Enjoying the 4 seasons and Japanese sake
Seasonal Ways to Enjoy Japanese Sake In Japan, where the four seasons shape traditions, various customs and events for enjoying Japanese sake have taken root throughout the year. We spoke with IMADA Shuso, General Manager of the Japan Sake and Shochu Information Center and an expert in sake culture, about the various ways… Continue reading Enjoying the 4 seasons and Japanese sake
Exquisite Extra Premium Craft Sake Range
Introducing Sakeportal’s Exquisite Extra Premium Craft Sake Range Japanese sake has long been cherished as a refined and versatile beverage, perfectly complementing culinary traditions and offering a unique experience for enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike. At Sakeportal.com, we take pride in presenting our Extra Premium range—a curated collection that embodies the pinnacle of craftsmanship and… Continue reading Exquisite Extra Premium Craft Sake Range
Low & No Alcohol Sake Collection
Sakeportal Introduces Low & No Alcohol Sake Collection for Global Markets Low-alcohol, high appeal: modern sake that’s inclusive, export-ready, and ripe for import. In response to the growing global demand for low and zero-alcohol drinks, Sakeportal has launched a collection of Low & No Alcohol Sake — combining centuries-old Japanese brewing with new health-conscious innovation.… Continue reading Low & No Alcohol Sake Collection