
A bi-weekly podcast exploring the stories of sake. Brought to you by experts on the front lines of the industry in Japan.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 172 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | FoodArtsSociety & Culture | |||

Miho Ota is joined on this episode of Sake on Air by Spanish sake educator and promoter Elvira Aldaz to talk about their three-day sake trip to Fukushima in July. They visited 9 breweries in under 72 hours including travel to and from Tokyo! The two ... more
Sebastien and Chris had a lovely time talking to Norihiro Fujii of Fujji Shuzo, makers of Ryusei. Their conversation was wide ranging: covering the history of the brewery, the change to all kimoto brewing, and the ongoing move to all wild fermentatio... more
Marie, Miho, and Frank have a sit down and try three hiyaoroshi sake with various pairings in this laid back episode of Sake on Air. We hope that as you give it a listen you pour yourself a glass and taste along with us.
The sakes we had are all ava... more
Frank Walter and Chris Hughes spent the first day of the biggest event of the sake calendar, JAPAN SAKE & SHOCHU FAIR 2025, talking to old and new friends about the world of sake and shochu. It was held in Osaka for the first time on June 14th and 15... more
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It is next to impossible to find any sake related podcasts at all in the present moment. And fewer with anything relevant or interesting to discuss. As an American sake enthusiast, I would love to devour as much knowledge and history on the subject as I can!
This podcast has been a rather valuable insight into the world of sake, but unfortunately with some glaring flaws that I sincerely hope they address in the future. First off, the group is almost near impossible to hear, even at the highest ... more
Great podcast with interesting aspects
Passionate hosts, great saké experts interviews. what’s not to love?
Great content due to the diversity of each episode. As deep as the world of sake, each episode brings its own unique flavors to your ears. An excellent blend of factual and anecdotal knowledge. Keep up the great work SOA crew. I appreciate the unique guests and your approach to spreading the conviviality of sake and shochu.
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Focusing on the intricate world of sake, this podcast explores various aspects of Japan's national beverage from historical origins to modern culinary pairings. Experts in the sake industry share personal experiences, insights on production methods, and the evolving appreciation for sake outside of traditional Japanese contexts. The episodes encompass a broad range of topics, including the brewing process, food pairing techniques, and notable developments in the sake market, providing listeners from all backgrounds—whether they are new to sake or seasoned enthusiasts—an engaging experience filled with rich anecdotes and expert advice. A unique aspect of the podcast is its emphasis on bringing together both personal stories and industry know... more
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Recent guests on Sake On Air include:
1. Norihiro Fujii
2. Oliver Chan
3. Keith Norum
4. Mika Eoka
5. Tom Wilson
6. Mayuko Sasayama
7. Yoshiko UENO-Müller
8. Koichi Higuchi
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