Series: Wa-jo Wa-raku | "Let's Do Our Best, Tohoku!" Part 7: A Report from Kokusen Sake Brewery in Minamiaizu, Fukushima Prefecture, Following the Great East Japan Earthquake

Let's Go! Tohoku: Part 7

A Report on the Great East Japan Earthquake from Kokken Sake Brewery in Minamiaizu, Fukushima

This is Nobuhiro Hosoi from Kokken, located in Minamiaizu, Fukushima Prefecture. I extend my deepest sympathies to all those affected by the recent earthquake. We pray for your swift return to normal life.

Text and photos by Kokken Sake Brewery

May Our Sake Bring You Smiles

At our brewery, we were fortunate that only a part of a wall collapsed. We would like to take this opportunity to express our gratitude for the concern shown by so many.

In Fukushima, the nuclear accident has created a climate of suspicion and anxiety. It is difficult to relax and enjoy a drink under these circumstances. However, I believe that sake has the power to bring temporary peace and vitality to our hearts.

The collapsed earthen wall.

Cracks also appeared in the outer wall...

We are committed to understanding the current situation and promptly sharing information so that everyone can drink our sake with peace of mind. Without succumbing to anxiety or becoming overly optimistic, we will continue to brew sake, contributing in our own small way.

May our sake bring you smiles.

Kokken Sake Brewery
http://www.kokken.co.jp/