5 Things You Should Avoid When Drinking SAKE (Nihonshu)

“Things to keep in mind, not only to be polite to others but also for you to enjoy its best state” Drinking Japanese saké might be one of the things you are most excited about experiencing when you visit Japan. Japanese Saké or “日本酒 nihon-shu” in Japanese, is Japan’s original alcoholic drink that is made from its carefully cultivated rice, delicious water, and the techniques that have a history of over 1,000 years (or even more)! Surely enjoying Japanese saké is a great way to feel the culture, history, and the beautiful nature of Japan. ...However, because it has such a long history, there are some rules that you should follow in order to look more polite when you drink saké, and enjoy it in its best state.