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Celebrate the Beauty of Autumn Nights with Tsukimi Sake

The Shimada Group, located in Shibuya, Tokyo, is excited to announce a special collaboration event at Karuizawa's Onza Bar on October 6, 2025. This event, titled "Tsukimi Sake at Onza Bar x Yoshikawa Brewery," coincides with the beautiful full moon of the Mid-Autumn Festival. The celebration aims to explore the essence of Japanese sake alongside exquisite dishes featuring seasonal autumn ingredients.

A Unique Collaboration with Yoshikawa Brewery

As part of the evening, guests will have the unique opportunity to meet and converse with the master brewer of Yoshikawa Brewery, Mr. Mizuno, who will share fascinating stories about sake brewing that can't be heard anywhere else. The event encourages the creation of new community connections and aims to provide guests with memorable experiences through exclusive sake offerings and direct interactions with the makers.

Special Features of the Evening

On the day of the event, attendees can savor special dishes such as:

• - Three Autumn Flavor Platter - 1,800 yen, featuring fried taro, persimmons with grape in white miso, and sweet potato dengaku.
• - Five Autumn Flavor Platter - 2,500 yen, including three dishes above, plus kamasu sushi and ikura marinated in soy sauce.
• - Homemade Dango (Two Varieties) - 1,000 yen, with black sesame and brown sugar kinako.

The venue will be decorated with pampas grass and moon-viewing dumplings, creating a truly autumnal ambiance.

Additional Events in October

The Onza Bar is not just celebrating the full moon. Throughout October, guests can look forward to:

• - October 1: A special sake tasting set offered at half price to celebrate Sake Day in conjunction with the "Cheers with Sake!" online event hosted by the Sake Brewers Association.
• - October 11: An evening dedicated to enjoying "Hiyama Sake," an autumn brew that will highlight local Japanese sakes from Yoshikawa Brewery and Shinshu.

(Note that special culinary offerings are exclusively available on October 6.)

What is Hiyama Sake?

Hiyama Sake, a seasonal delight, is made from sake brewed in spring that is then stored and matured until fall. Unlike regular sake, which typically undergoes two heating treatments before shipping, hiyama sake is only heated once, allowing it to maintain a creamy texture with freshness comparable to an unpasteurized product. This unique processing makes it a quintessential beverage for the autumn season.

About Onza Bar

A Place to Embrace the Essence of Japanese Sake

Located in the tranquil surroundings of Karuizawa, Onza Bar aims to provide a calm sanctuary where guests can unwind and fully enjoy the beauty and flavor of Japanese sake. Drawing inspiration from the meaning of its name, which evokes a sense of returning to a peaceful state, the bar encourages patrons to enjoy their sake experiences amidst a beautiful garden view.

A Pairing of Nature and Sake

At Onza Bar, the rich flavors of Shinshu's harvest pair harmoniously with selections of handcrafted sake from Yoshikawa Brewery, famous for their "Afurui" series. Sake sommeliers curate the drink offerings, including options like "Afurui" highballs, allowing guests to enjoy sake alongside thoughtfully designed small plates made from local ingredients.

Passionate Commitment from the Owner

Owner and sake master, Yu-ni Nemoto, expresses his commitment to delivering exceptional sake experiences in Karuizawa's natural splendor. Guests are encouraged to seek his suggestions for sake pairings that enhance seasonal flavors.

For further details, the Onza Bar is located in the heart of Karuizawa, with easy access from the station. With a cozy interior and a limited seating of 12, it remains an intimate gathering place for all sake lovers.

About Yoshikawa Brewery

Founded in 1912, Yoshikawa Brewery is located at the foot of Tanigawa Mountain, a region renowned for its rain prayer traditions. The brewery has received numerous awards both domestically and abroad, including recognition from the Kura Master in France. Their commitment to quality and tradition invites patrons to savor a unique drinking experience.

With its philosophy, '''Sake for life's Sake,'' Yoshikawa Brewery remains dedicated to enriching lives through the art of sake making.

For more information or reservations, please visit Onza Bar’s website.
Let your autumn nights be filled with the charm of sake and delightful company!