[Challenging the 'Premium Sake = Sake Rice' Norm] Providing 'Stable Demand' to Farmers Facing Overproduction. A 161-Year-Old Sake Brewery's Business Model and Symbiotic Platform Concept for Table Rice Daiginjo
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Watanabe Sake Brewery, with a 161-year history, has developed 'Iyasaka no Sake Kotobuki,' a Junmai Daiginjo made from table rice 'Nikomaru' polished to 40%. This initiative aims to create a symbiotic model that mitigates price volatility for farmers. Following the 2026 Food System Act, the company seeks to build a nationwide network of breweries to create high-value markets for table rice, addressing agricultural challenges.
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- Q: What is the significance for the Taiwanese sake market?
- A: It redefines the value of sake as a 'story-driven' product, offering insights into how agricultural challenges can be addressed through premium sake production, which resonates with Taiwan's sophisticated dining scene.