Japan's drinks giant Suntory has consolidated its wine ranges and launched a new brand called SUNTORY FROM FARM to grow domestic wine market. Read More
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Australia has appointed two country managers for Japan and South Korea to grow Australian wine as it tries to diversity and intensify Australian wine exports during "a really challenging time" amid sharp export drops to China. Read More
Japanese alcohol exports passed a milestone in 2021 by surpassing the ¥100 billion mark for the time fueled by strong demand for its sake and whisky. Find out which countries are buying the most from Japan. Read More
Japan’s largest wine region Yamanashi is in a drive to achieve organic viticulture, using AI technology to stave off possible disease outbreak. Read More
Japan's youth are choosing sobriety over drinks, and it's a costly problem for the country's National Tax Agency. The Japanese government has therefore launched a nationwide campaign encouraging more drinking. Read More
As the effects of the pandemic continue to be felt by economies across the globe, Hong Kong looks to strengthen economic relations with Japan, a key trading partner in Asia. Read More
Tokyo-headquartered Enoteca has reopened its 75 m² wine store in China's eastern Suzhou after months of renovation, as it plans expansion to tap into wine consumption power of the affluent city of 13 million people. Read More
Japan's longest serving Prime Minister is accused of omitting dinner costs with free booze provided by Suntory. Read More
Japan's drinks giants Asahi and Suntory have announced price hikes of up to 28% for its main beverages from beer to whisky. Read More
Despite volume decline, Japan's wine import value climbed in 2021, writes Mari Yasuda. Read More