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Nara: Sake Brewing Using Ancient Method Begins at Birthplace Temple

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The Yomiuri Shimbun

19:19 JST, January 17, 2026

NARA — The brewing of refined sake using an ancient method began at Shoryakuji temple in the city of Nara in early January. The temple, located along mountains on the outskirts of Japan’s ancient capital, is considered the birthplace of refined sake.

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