Vol. 16 May 2023

Where is Japan's night-time economy heading?

The Covid-19 pandemic that shook the entire world in 2020 brought the night-time economy to a complete halt. However, the various values and human desires inherent in the night have not been diminished or compromised at all; in fact, it can even be said that they are being sought more strongly.
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What is Sustainable Cocktail? Its Story and Sustainable Cocktail Competition

The International Hotel and Restaurant Show, now in its 51st consecutive year and marking more than half a century, was held at Tokyo Big Sight from February 7 to 10, 2023. The special stage event is a highlight of the show every year, attracting a great deal of attention and acclaim from professionals in the hotel, restaurant, and food service industries.
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Global Kitchen Series No. 12 - Portugal

Exlusive interview with Miguel Malheiro Garcia, Trade Commissioner and Economic Counsellor of aicep Portugal Global.
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Wine and Food of Portugal

Portugal boasts the world's largest amount of wine consumed per person per year. Interview with Teppei Yamada, Supervisor of New Business Development Department at Arai Shoji Co.
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Bars in Tokyo

Introducing 3 bars in Tokyo: Bar Avanti in Ginza, Mixology Heritage in Uchisaiwaicho, and Bar & Cafe Camellia in Marunouchi.
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