Category Archives: Japanese Drink

Sake & shochu reviews and commentary, cocktail recipes, Japanese beer and whiskey

Inspired Shojin Ryori at Ajiro

Savory Japan is updated for November, and in honor of the upcoming holiday celebrations, includes a short article on Japanese drinking etiquette. You may find it useful for dining at Japanese restaurants abroad, and some of the hints are essential … Continue reading

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Kyoto Izakaya says “No Thanks” to Publicity

We’re back from our Kyoto adventure, and I have to admit – with some irony – that the best food we had this time around was at a place I can’t divulge. Therefore, as much as I want to, I won’t be listing it on … Continue reading

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Sake Gains Respect Abroad

The sake primer on Savory Japan briefly mentions the decline in the number of regional sake breweries. This is due to the unfortunate fact that domestically, consumption of Japanese food – along with its natural pairing, sake –  is on the decline, … Continue reading

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