The Japan Sake and Shochu Makers Association (JSS) recently announced that it will hold its second ever "kokushu" certification course. The course, which runs from February 5-9 and costs ￥100,000 (accommodations included), is designed to give attendees an up-close look at these drinks that can't be gleaned from books. The first day will involve seminars about shochu, … [Read more...]
FBO focused on customer service for tourists
The recently issued January 2014 issue of the Food and Beverage Organization's (FBO) magazine "Motenashibito" spent the bulk of its pages talking about how to best serve international customers who have been reaching Japan's shores in increasing numbers recently. The establishments featured in the current issue, such as Conrad Tokyo's "Kazahana," receive plaudits for their … [Read more...]