Thank You for Being Part of the Taipei International Wine & Spirits Festival
The 2025 Taipei International Wine & Spirits Festival concluded successfully, and we sincerely thanks all Japanese sake enthusiasts who visited our booth and shared wonderful moments with us. This year, we showcased a curated selection of seasonal highlights, including Nozomi from Tonoike Shuzouten, Kinoene from Iinuma Honke, and Tatsuriki from Honda Shoten, as well as the new Amanoto series from Asamai Shuzo and the classic Kokushi Musou from Takasago Sake Brewery.
To help Taiwanese consumers discover the diverse charm of Japanese shochu culture, we also featured distinctive authentic shochu varieties such as Hamada Syuzou's popular DAIYAME, the botanic barley shochu CHILL GREEN, the next-generation shochu AYAHIBIKI brewed with sake yeast by Satsuma Shuzo, and ZUIYO's chestnut shochu. In addition, Takara Shuzo's liqueur series offered exclusive on-site promotions, which were met with enthusiastic response. Many of these products attracted significant attention and praise throughout the event.
Home Is Where the Bar Is – "Taku-Nomi" Theme Brings Cozy Vibes
This year's booth design was inspired by Japan's "Taku-Nomi" culture, showcasing how home drinking can be a delightful ritual. Whether enjoying a quiet moment alone or gathering casually with friends, simply playing your favorite music and preparing a few homemade dishes can create a cozy bar-like atmosphere at home. To complement this theme, we offered a free cocktail tasting featuring shochu-based creations using DAIYAME. These easy-to-make cocktails delivered diverse flavors and received rave reviews. Through this event, we aimed to share the beauty of Japanese beverages, food, and lifestyle culture, allowing more people to experience the joy and relaxation of home drinking.
Kimura Soft Drinks Zone – Embrace Fun, Shop with Joy
In addition to premium Japanese sake selections, our booth introduced the Kimura Drink Zone for the first time, featuring the renowned beverage brand from Shizuoka, Japan. Kimura's sodas are crafted with local fruits and specialty ingredients, beloved for generations. Visitors enjoyed a variety of popular flavors, including classics and unique creations such as Cilantro Cola and Corn Cider, all available with exclusive exhibition discounts—bringing a sense of childlike joy and a fun shopping experience for everyone.
We sincerely thank representatives from Japanese breweries and Kimura Drink, as well as every guest who passionately supported the event. We look forward to seeing you at our next gathering as we continue to explore and savor the wonderful world of Japanese sake together!
For the latest updates, special promotions, and event details, please join our official LINE account.
