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Exploring Good Sake

FOOD 2018 3 minutes Episode(s): 12 none: None Japanese
“There is good sake in Miyagi.” In this program, we journey to different wineries and breweries to introduce everything about the sake made in Miyagi. The program covers the popular brands, seasonal tastes, as well as how best to drink sake. Additionally, we introduce the best appetizers recommended by the brewers themselves, which you can try making at home!

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