Shipments of Japanese alcoholic beverages denied entry into China surged sharply in January, according to Chinese customs data, as political tensions between the two countries intensify. Read More
Sake
Here are the highlights and not-to-miss events from the upcoming ProWine Tokyo scheduled for April 15-17. Read More
Japan’s sake exports grew 6% in 2024, driven by strong demand in North America and Europe, while sales in Asia, its largest market, declined. Read More
With a record-breaking attendance and an array of captivating programs, the 2023 Sake Fair is a triumph for sake lovers. Read More
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida might be known for many things but his ferocious drinking prowess has earned him an "Honorary Sommelier" title from the Japan Sommelier Association. Read More
Hong Kong customs have seized 9,000 bottles of smuggled wines inside two ocean-going vessels headed to Shanghai in a massive raid that led to seizure of more than HK$200 million (US$25.6 million) worth of smuggled goods 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 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
Enoteca Hong Kong, a leading wine retailer in the city, has added a Japanese sake brand Domaine Kurodasho to its portfolio for the first time, as it diversifies its offerings. Read More