Sake Ingredients

Essentials in making good Sake


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Japanese Sake "Nihonshu" is one of Japan's most iconic drinks. It is widely considered as one of the country's most prized tourism resources. Sake is a product of premium quality water and climate unique to Japan. It holds an indivisible presence within the country's traditional rice culture. Various kinds of sake are made across the country, maximizing the benefits of each area's climate. The program will introduce the world of Japanese Sake, its production method and ways to drink and enjoy. Reporter Maxwell Powers visits Saijo, one of the towns of sake in Japan, to explore sake's charm and appeal and its connection to Japanese culture.

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