November 1st is the semi-official start of the distilling season in Kyushu and Okinawa. Most distilleries are already cranking away well before that time, but the day has nevertheless been anointed "Honkaku Shochu and Awamori Day." And what a day it is! There are events all across Japan to commemorate Japan's indigenous spirits, all of which involve some volume of drinking … [Read more...]
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