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How to Make Cold Mugi-cha (Barley Tea)
June 26, 2018
Growing up in Cupertino, mugi-cha (barley tea) is something my mom would always have on...
The Way of Whisky, A New Book All About Japanese Whisky
June 21, 2018
Through thoughtful interviews, lush photos, and tremendous research, spirits writer Dave Broom takes readers on...
Spotlight On Barley Shochu
June 21, 2018
We started featuring shochu years ago our our blog with Washi Washino's Shochu Stop column in...
Sakqueso! (June 2018)
June 15, 2018
Sake Gumi is our monthly sake subscription service with 150 members throughout California. Join today! Every June,...
Soba Ichi: From Grain to Noodle
June 14, 2018
The highly-anticipated moment has arrived: Soba Ichi is finally opening its doors next week – the...
Upcoming Event: Sakqueso!
June 14, 2018
Attention all cheese lovers! Join us at Ramen Shop in Oakland on Tuesday, June 26th for our upcoming Sake...
Umami Mart Exclusive Sake
June 13, 2018
Tenjin Bayashi Junmai Ginjo is a sake is like no other: crisp yet earthy from Niigata prefecture, known...
Izakaya At Home with Our New Stack Glass!
June 12, 2018
Designed in 1967, the classic Hard Strong Stack Glass can be found at many eateries throughout...
Thanks, Pops!
June 11, 2018
Father's Day is this Sunday, and we have plenty of gifts that say, "Dad, you're the...
Tall, Strong + Handsome: Our New Collins Glasses
June 8, 2018
Introducing our new line of Hard Strong Collins Glasses! These versatile glasses (in Diamond Cut and Striped styles) are perfect for...
4 Days Only: 25% Off Japanese Knives!
June 7, 2018
Just in time for Father's Day, we're putting all of our knives from Japan on sale at 25% off! That's right, all...
Introducing XL Rocks Glasses
May 31, 2018
For years our customers have asked for bigger rocks glasses. They are here! Enjoy spirits...