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Isojiman Shuzo: Sake from the Seashore

Isojiman Shuzo: Sake from the Seashore
Few breweries in Japan have as defined a sense of purpose and as clear an identity as the revered Isojiman Shuzo from Shizuoka prefecture. Eighth-generation Yoji Teraoka, the current president of Isojiman Shuzo, began to take over the business from...

Starting Points for the Sake Novice

Starting Points for the Sake Novice
The world of Japanese sake may seem like a lot to take on: the labels are beautiful but written with a tangle of unfamiliar characters! The very best sake has a haunting flavor that always seems just out of reach and always just...

Introducing Our Japanese Portfolio!

Introducing Our Japanese Portfolio!
Here at Skurnik Wines and Spirits we are very excited to expand our horizons into the wide world of Japanese sake and spirits! Japanese whiskey in particular has deservedly received a lot of attention in the past few years as...