The guys talk about the intricate and fascinating topic of Japanese drinking culture - probably not what you would expect! Points covered range from drinking manners, typical hangout venues and events, all the different kinds of alcoholic beverages, the concept of 'NOMMUNICATION', and much more!  

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Timestamps below:   

0:00 Teaser 

0:20 Intro 

0:48 Start

1:35 Topic Intro - Japan’s Drinking Culture 

3:55 Japanese Alcoholic Beverages Overview 

12:00 Stigma on Alcohol in Japan 

13:55 Strong Zero - Japan’s Infamous and Beloved Drink 

17:38 Yamazaki Whiskey (tasting, history talk, Japanese snacks) 

23:03 Suntory’s Roku Gin (flavorful herbal gin)  

26:45 Awamori Beverage - Origins: Okinawa and Karate 

32:35 Shochu vs Awamori  

34:56 Sake/Nihonshu 

39:58 Sake/Nihonshu Differences: Illustration 

42:28 Manners for Pouring Drinks 

44:40 Religious Significance of Sake and Fun Facts 

49:40 Drinking in Japanese Culture (Manners, Nommunication) 

53:50 Haiku 

55:48 Outro  

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