Podcast · 26 episodes
Sake On Air
by Sake On Air · English
A bi-weekly podcast exploring the stories of sake. Brought to you by experts on the front lines of the industry in Japan.
Latest episodes
Sipping in Style: Exploring Japan’s Sake CupsMiho and Robert Yellin (Japanese pottery expert)20 Mar 2026 · 51 min
Seeking Shizuoka Sake with Jacky RoyerSeeking Shizuoka Sake with Jacky Royer20 Mar 2026 · 1 h 8 min
A Traveler’s Guide to Awamori in OkinawaA bi-weekly podcast exploring the stories of sake, hosted by experts in the industry in Japan.19 Mar 2026 · 46 min
All episodes
Sipping in Style: Exploring Japan’s Sake CupsMiho and Robert Yellin (Japanese pottery expert)20 Mar 2026 · 51 min · 22 chapters
Seeking Shizuoka Sake with Jacky RoyerSeeking Shizuoka Sake with Jacky Royer20 Mar 2026 · 1 h 8 min · 26 chapters
A Traveler’s Guide to Awamori in OkinawaA bi-weekly podcast exploring the stories of sake, hosted by experts in the industry in Japan.19 Mar 2026 · 46 min · 20 chapters
Izakaya 102: Some of Our Recommendations for Good Sake, Good Food, and Good CompanyThis episode follows up on the previous Izakaya 101 discussion, featuring hosts Frank, Cindy, and Chris.18 Mar 2026 · 1 h 1 min · 24 chapters
Going to Sake Events and How to Find ThemIn this episode, hosts Cindy, Sebastien, Chris, and Frank discuss various sake events happening in Japan throughout the year.17 Mar 2026 · 1 h 8 min · 28 chapters
Exploring Shiga: Breweries, Izakaya, and other Sake Travel TipsThe podcast episode features hosts Cindy Bissig and Frank Walter as they explore Shiga Prefecture's vibrant sake scene.14 Mar 2026 · 40 min · 17 chapters
Talking to Students of JSS Sake and Shochu Academy 2026is a bi-weekly podcast dedicated to exploring the stories of sake.11 Mar 2026 · 43 min · 21 chapters
A Sake on Air News Bulletin: The State of Sake ExportsA Sake on Air News Bulletin: The State of Sake Exports10 Mar 2026 · 22 min · 11 chapters
Songs of Sake for Koto and Shamisen with Bobby GriffinIn this episode of the Sake On Air podcast, host Frank Walter visits multi-instrumentalist Bobby Griffin at his home studio to explore the connection between sake and traditional Japanese music,…27 Feb 2026 · 47 min · 24 chapters
The Hao and the Why of Tasting SakeA bi-weekly podcast exploring the stories of sake, hosted by experts in the industry in Japan.10 Feb 2026 · 44 min · 20 chapters
A Sake on Air News Bulletin: All Aboard the GI train to Kanto ShinetsuA bi-weekly podcast that explores the stories of sake in Japan, hosted by industry experts.4 Feb 2026 · 20 min · 6 chapters
Gekkeikan’s Past, Present, and Future with Okura Taiji-sanis a bi-weekly podcast dedicated to exploring the stories behind sake and its cultural significance in Japan.28 Jan 2026 · 56 min · 22 chapters
Discovering Kochi Sake with Simone Maynard and Taichiro OgiA bi-weekly podcast exploring the stories of sake, brought to you by industry experts in Japan.16 Jan 2026 · 43 min · 18 chapters
Visiting an Izakaya 101: Tips and Advice from Sake on AirThis bi-weekly podcast explores the stories of sake, hosted by experts in the industry in Japan. This episode focuses on izakayas, which are essential to Japan's drinking culture.9 Jan 2026 · 1 h 5 min · 23 chapters
The Cloudy Origins of Sake and Other Sips of HistoryIn this episode, Frank hosts Eric C. Rath, a professor at the University of Kansas and author of *Kanpai: The History of Sake*.30 Dec 2025 · 1 h 20 min · 34 chapters
Catching up on 5 years of Zenkuro with founder David JollA bi-weekly podcast exploring the stories of sake. Brought to you by experts on the front lines of the industry in Japan.25 Nov 2025 · 44 min
Koji & Casks: A Discussion about Shochu and Whisky with Liam McNultyIn this episode of *Sake On Air*, host Frank interviews Liam McNulty, founder of Nominication.jp and a member of the Tokyo Whisky and Spirits Competition (TWSC) managing committee.20 Nov 2025 · 58 min
Talking sake with Toji Philip Harper at Kinoshita BreweryIn this episode, the hosts interview Philip Harper, the first non-Japanese master brewer (Toji) at Kinoshita Brewery, known for its Tamagawa brand of sake.7 Nov 2025 · 1 h 12 min
Visiting Fukushima Sake Breweries with Miho and ElviraVisiting Fukushima Sake Breweries with Miho and Elvira15 Oct 2025 · 41 min
The Changing of the Guard at Fujii ShuzoThe Changing of the Guard at Fujii Shuzo9 Oct 2025 · 1 h 1 min
Happy Sake Day!A bi-weekly podcast exploring the stories of sake, hosted by experts in the industry in Japan.1 Oct 2025 · 49 min
On Location at the Kokushu Fair 2025 (Part 2)Continuation of “On Location at the Kokushu Fair 2025 (Part 2),” featuring interviews at the Japan Sake and Shochu Fair 2025, plus how sake is introduced to non-Japanese visitors and promoted…25 Sep 2025 · 37 min · 19 chapters
On Location at the Kokushu Fair 2025 (Part 1)The hosts attend the Japan Sake and Shochu Fair 2025 (held in Osaka, ATC trading hall) and interview sake/shochu industry people while tasting drinks and pairing foods.17 Sep 2025 · 41 min · 16 chapters
Chatting Sake Volume TwoUpdates on Japanese indigenous spirits (shochu/awamori) and sake, plus market trends, new products, and upcoming events.11 Sep 2025 · 37 min · 13 chapters