Reading is primary, as my writing teachers used to say, and that is especially true for anyone wishing to spread Japan's best-kept secrets to drinkers far and wide. So if you're the type of nerd (like us) who really likes to dig into new subject areas, then this article is for you. What follows is a list of publications that should greatly enhance your understanding of what … [Read more...]
Awamori & Shochu Glossary: Essential Vocabulary
What follows is a living and growing shochu glossary (and awamori glossary) which includes the basic expressions used in the world of shochu and awamori. While other spellings exist, the most common (read: modern) spelling is used at the beginning of each entry. Each (Japanese) vocabulary item is followed by kanji, hiragana, and English transliteration in parentheses. … [Read more...]