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A journey across the Japanese archipelago with saké
A journey across the Japanese archipelago with saké
Experience a wide variety of saké through 24 different bottles and 12 magazines in total! You will learn not only the basics of saké, but also the history, culture, and gastronomy of Japan, as you travel around the Japanese archipelago.
Saké Otaku 12-month Subscription
Saké Otaku 12-month Subscription
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This subscription lasts 12 months and consists of 24 bottles. In an effort to reduce CO2 emissions 6 bottles will be delivered every three months, for a total of 4 times. The first delivery will be made in mid-May 2025.
Saké Otaku 12-month Subscription
Let's Enjoy Japan
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Sommeliers and other food and beverage professionals and saké enthusiasts who want to learn about saké in a systematic way.
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People who want to travel to Japan or have been there before but want to enjoy it more next time.
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People who want to enjoy various aspects of Japanese culture, such as anime, manga, films and music.
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Japanese people living abroad who want to learn about Japanese culture again through saké.
Contents
Japanese Saké (6 bottles x 4 times, 24 bottles in total)
We offer a carefully selected range of Japanese saké, a source of pride for the Japanese people. Enjoy quality saké that also professional sommeliers and chefs will appreciate.
Magazine (12 in total)
This is an original material created from interviews and on-site photography. The great amount of photos allows you to virtually visit each production area.
*The magazines are delivered in English. Other languages (German, Italian, Japanese) are available as digital books.
Guidebook (1)
This guide is useful for beginners who may think "What is saké? I've never had it before, but I'm interested in it", but also for intermediate-level drinkers who want to go back to the basics.
*The guidebook is delivered in English on the first shipment. Other languages (German, Italian, Japanese) are available as digital books.
Freebies
Saké ware and other goods to help you enjoy saké more, as well as furoshiki (wrapping cloths) and bookmarks to help you feel more familiar with Japanese culture.
Saké Map
SAKE OTAKU offers a total of 24 bottles of saké. All of them are of great quality and are purchased directly from the producers. Furthermore, we have carefully selected saké that reflect the terroir of the different regions and the philosophy of the different producers.
The magazines also include detailed tasting comments. Even beginners can learn about the individuality of different saké in an easy way.
*The saké delivered may change without prior notice.
vol.01
WEST TOHOKU
vol.01
WEST TOHOKU
Learn about the origins of saké and its relationship between religion and the beliefs and ideological aspects of the Japanese people.
The deep outlands of Japan / Mt Haguro / The food of yamabushi / Sakata, A trading hub in Western Tohoku / Yokote, manga central / Foodie destinations / Local ramen! / Kojima Sohonten / The ever-evolving saké / Beliefs of the people of Japan and the culture of saké / What does ‘junmai’ written on the label mean?
Learn about the origins of saké and its relationship between religion and the beliefs and ideological aspects of the Japanese people.
The deep outlands of Japan / Mt Haguro / The food of yamabushi / Sakata, A trading hub in Western Tohoku / Yokote, manga central / Foodie destinations / Local ramen! / Kojima Sohonten / The ever-evolving saké / Beliefs of the people of Japan and the culture of saké / What does ‘junmai’ written on the label mean?
This month's saké
Left: Kojima Sohonten “Toko Junmai-ginjo-genshu”
Right: Kojima Sohonten “Kojimaya Mudai Ninotaru (02 Cedar Barrel Aged)”
vol.02
KYUSHU/OKINAWA
vol.02
KYUSHU/OKINAWA
Learn about the hot spring culture and variety of saké in Japan, also known as the Volcano Archipelago.
Outburst after outburst / Beppu, Japan's largest hot spring village / Aso, primordial lands / Fukuoka (Hakata), the city of food stalls / Okinawa, a utopia / Foodie destinations / Local ramen! / Kawazu Sake Brewery / Dry and sweet sake / Revel in the geothermal waters and savor nature’s bounty / What do the words “nihonshu-do” and “acidity” on the back label mean?
Learn about the hot spring culture and variety of saké in Japan, also known as the Volcano Archipelago.
Outburst after outburst / Beppu, Japan's largest hot spring village / Aso, primordial lands / Fukuoka (Hakata), the city of food stalls / Okinawa, a utopia / Foodie destinations / Local ramen! / Kawazu Sake Brewery / Dry and sweet sake / Revel in the geothermal waters and savor nature’s bounty / What do the words “nihonshu-do” and “acidity” on the back label mean?
This month's saké
Left: Kawazu Saké Brewery “Junmai-ginjo Hanayuki”
Right: Kawazu Saké Brewery “Hanayuki AGEHA Sparkling”
vol.03
SHIKOKU
vol.03
SHIKOKU
Learn about the unique culture and climate of Shikoku and the Japanese drinking culture rooted in this area.
The sea route is shorter, the mountain route is longer / Kochi, with neighboring towns across the sea / Kagawa, the land of dry weather / Tokushima, the other stage in the shadows of Kansai / Foodies destinations / Suigei Brewing Company / Why we drink and dance / Why are some saké more expensive than others?
Learn about the unique culture and climate of Shikoku and the Japanese drinking culture rooted in this area.
The sea route is shorter, the mountain route is longer / Kochi, with neighboring towns across the sea / Kagawa, the land of dry weather / Tokushima, the other stage in the shadows of Kansai / Foodies destinations / Suigei Brewing Company / Why we drink and dance / Why are some saké more expensive than others?
This month's saké
Left: Suigei Brewing Company "Suigei Tokubetsu Junmai-shu"
Right: Suigei Brewing Company "Suigei Junmai Daiginjo Ya"
vol.04
HOKKAIDO
vol.04
HOKKAIDO
Learn about the culture of Hokkaido, the land of the north, and the flavour characteristics of different saké ingredients.
The Frontier of Japan / Shiraoi, Tthe hub of Ainu culture / Asahikawa, a military city / Sapporo, a northern metropolis / Japan’s top airport for foodies / Foodie destinations / Local ramen! / Kamikawa Taisetsu Sake Brewery / Know water to know saké / Knowing more about Japanese food and its past trends / In the same way as grape varieties in wine,
does rice variety determine the flavor of saké?
Learn about the culture of Hokkaido, the land of the north, and the flavour characteristics of different saké ingredients.
The Frontier of Japan / Shiraoi, Tthe hub of Ainu culture / Asahikawa, a military city / Sapporo, a northern metropolis / Japan’s top airport for foodies / Foodie destinations / Local ramen! / Kamikawa Taisetsu Sake Brewery / Know water to know saké / Knowing more about Japanese food and its past trends / In the same way as grape varieties in wine,
does rice variety determine the flavor of saké?
This month's saké
Left: Kamikawa Taisetsu Sake Brewery "Kamikawa Taisetsu Junmai Daiginjo"
Right: Kamikawa Taisetsu Sake Brewery "Tokachi Junmai Daiginjo"
vol.05
KOSHIN-HIDA
vol.05
KOSHIN-HIDA
山岳地域の街道都市と古代信仰、日本酒における熟成と発酵文化を学ぶ。
山の異国 / 飛騨高山、歴史のミステリー / 古代信仰の聖地、諏訪 / 火の神の里、富士北麓 / 旅の難所、木曽 / 文化都市、松本 / 旅のメシと酒 / ご当地ラーメン / 蔵元紹介 平田酒造場 / 日本酒における熟成とは / 発酵大国のエッセンス、すしのプロフィール / 「蔵元」「杜氏」「蔵人」ってよく聞くけど、どう違うの?
山岳地域の街道都市と古代信仰、日本酒における熟成と発酵文化を学ぶ。
山の異国 / 飛騨高山、歴史のミステリー / 古代信仰の聖地、諏訪 / 火の神の里、富士北麓 / 旅の難所、木曽 / 文化都市、松本 / 旅のメシと酒 / ご当地ラーメン / 蔵元紹介 平田酒造場 / 日本酒における熟成とは / 発酵大国のエッセンス、すしのプロフィール / 「蔵元」「杜氏」「蔵人」ってよく聞くけど、どう違うの?
お届けする日本酒
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右:平田酒造場 昇龍乃舞 純米吟醸
About Us
We are Tokyo-based wine importers and distributors. Our company offers a number of subscription services that include various bottles of wine and textbooks, which include information on the thoughts and philosophy of different winemakers, the history, culture, and climate of the different producing regions.
Kenichiro Suzuki
Saké Otaku Director
Born in Hiroshima, living in Naples, Italy. Sommelier. I believe that if we continue to carry out cultural exchange with all our hearts, we can pass on a peaceful society to the next generation. With Saké Otaku I hope to bring you great Japanese sake with sincerity.
Koji Hayashi
Vino Hayashi CEO
Founded Vino Hayashi Corporation in 2010. In the course of creating Saké Otaku, I visited saké breweries all over Japan, and once again realised the splendour of Japan. I am sending Saké Otaku from Japan with a prayer for peace. Father of two living in Tokyo.
Marta Molteni
Saké Otaku Manager
Born in Italy, living in Tokyo, Japan. I have been passionate about Japanese culture since I was young, and I hope that through Saké Otaku many people will discover and get to know the charms of Japan.
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