A new pleasure for sake lovers has started in Obihiro, Hokkaido! "Tokachi Jin no Sake Kumada Shoten," which sells carefully selected local sake from 22 breweries nationwide, has started offering kaku-uchi experiences every Friday and Saturday. This is a space where even beginners can easily experience the charm of sake, and is a "new local sake destination" where you can not only shop, but also meet new people and learn. Why not have a drink while sightseeing or relaxing on the weekend?

When it comes to local sake and Japanese sake in Obihiro, Kumada Shoten is the place to go

"Tokachi Jin no Sake Kumada Shoten" in Obihiro is a "local sake select shop" that was created by renovating an old warehouse. The shop owner, Tomomichi Kumada, has built up a trust by visiting breweries all over the country, and now carries over 250 types of sake from 22 breweries. The lineup is rich in variety and comes in a wide range of prices, including Oshinshu (Nagano), Kubota (Niigata), and Dassai (Yamaguchi). They have also recently started carrying the popular Niida Honke sake.

In addition to sake, the store also promotes itself as a "people-friendly and earth-friendly store" and offers a selection of ethical products such as organic herbal tea, seasonings, and bubble soap. Products unique to Tokachi that enrich the food experience, such as Hiroocho's kelp seasoning "Hoshikuzu Konbu," Suzuki Farm's "Tokachi Salt," and the natural kelp snack "Kamu Kamu Konbu," are also on display, making this a store that can be enjoyed not only as a sake store, but also as a small select shop.

There are three types of sake lees snack crackers in collaboration with Oshinshu. From 594 yen

The shop is bustling with customers drinking. Customers also have fun interacting with each other.

Every Friday and Saturday from 15:00 to 19:00, Tokachi Jin no Sake Kumada Shoten starts its "Kakuuchi" time on the second floor of the store! After choosing your "Nippon Sake" of the day at the register on the first floor, head to the second floor. You can enjoy Japanese sake at your leisure in an open space. The owner, Kumada-san, will kindly explain the appeal of Japanese sake, so even beginners can feel at ease. The warm and friendly atmosphere naturally draws customers closer to each other.

The sake lineup for the day. I'm happy to be able to try a variety of sake.

Another great thing about the bar is that you can bring in snacks and sweets, such as salmon flakes and corned beef, which are sold in the bar. It's fun to try out some pairings and find the perfect match for your drink.

Snacks such as "Salted Corned Beef", "Salmon Skip" and "Salmon Ruibe" can be purchased on the first floor.

The owner, Tomomichi Kumada, will teach you all sorts of things while you enjoy a drink.

Tomomichi Kumada, the owner of "Tokachi Juji no Sake Kumada Shoten," was a teacher and businessman before opening a local sake specialty store with a passion for sake brewing. "The greatest joy is choosing good sake together with customers and hearing their impressions," he says, and his human touch has attracted many repeat customers. "Tokachi Juji no Sake Kumada Shoten" is a rare place in Obihiro where you can enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with carefully selected local sake from all over Japan. Why not drop in and find your drink of the day?

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