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Food and Drinks + 7
Snacks to Try
Drinks
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Tea –Tea is Japan’s most popular drink and has played a significant role in its history and culture. It’s believed to have been introduced
to Japan by the Chinese in the 8th century. Popular tea varieties in the country include green, roasted green, black, jasmine and
oolongcha.
Sake – A perfect companion for any Japanese dish, sake is an alcoholic beverage made from fermenting rice. It’s been a staple drink in
Japan for several centuries and is available in many restaurants and supermarkets all over the country.
Beer – As Japan’s most popular alcoholic beverage, beer is pretty much available everywhere — convenience stores, supermarkets,
restaurants and vending machines. The country is home to four major beer brewing companies: Sapporo, Kirin, Suntory and Asahi.
Japanese plum wine – An alcoholic beverage known as umeshu, it’s made from ume plums (that are still unripe and green), sugar and
shochu (Japanese distilled alcohol). It takes about a year to make and is a sweet drink best served on the rocks. The most popular
umeshu brand is Choya.
Green Tea Matcha
Sake
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