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This question needs to be looked at from two perspectives: Karuizawa as a tourist resort, and Karuizawa as a legendary whisky. The times when they gained international popularity are actually quite di...

Yes, it's absolutely fair to say it was neglected, and not just a little. Let's put it this way: the Karuizawa whisky of today and yesterday are two completely different worlds.

Haha, that's a great question! The term "Ghost Distillery" is actually quite common in whisky circles. Let me explain it to you in plain language.

Ah, you've hit on a fascinating question, especially mentioning Karuizawa – that's a textbook example. Let me break down the intricacies of this, it's quite interesting.

Ah, it's quite a pity when you talk about this. Simply put, Karuizawa was a victim of unfortunate timing, collapsing in the darkness just before the dawn.

Speaking of Karuizawa's founding philosophy, it's quite interesting. Unlike many new distilleries today that start with a grand "brand story" or complex philosophy, Karuizawa's approach was incredibly...

Ah, talking about Karuizawa whisky, that's a great topic. Why was that particular location chosen for the distillery? Well, choosing a site is a bit like picking a house – location, environment, and a...

The Karuizawa Distillery was founded in 1955. The company that established it was called "Daikoku Budoshu Co., Ltd." (大黑葡萄酒株式会社). You might not have heard of this company, as it primarily produced win...

Hello, that's a very interesting question. Let's talk about this without overcomplicating it. To draw an analogy, imagine the world of whisky as a martial arts world.

It's safe to say that Japanese whisky's acceptance in other Asian countries isn't just high; it's a "phenomenal" craze. If you ask a friend who enjoys a drink, they're likely to rattle off names like ...

Haha, that's a great question! It's like discussing two martial arts masters from the same school, yet with vastly different styles. One is a long-established grandmaster, focused on artistic concepti...

Simply put, the American market's perception of Japanese whisky is a bit complex, a mix of "love and respect, but also a little complaint." You can understand it as a combination of the following imag...

Hello there, this topic really gets me going! It's fascinating, like an apprentice surpassing the master and giving them new ideas. We all know that the Japanese initially went to Scotland to "learn t...

You've hit on a crucial point. Many people have this question when they see the current prices of Japanese whisky. The simple and direct answer is: The 'bubble' in Japanese whisky has already appeared...

Ah, Chichibu! Now you've got my attention. Comparing it to a "potential stock" is incredibly apt. Think about it: a good stock either has a legendary founder, an outstanding product, or market scarcit...

Friend, you've hit on a crucial point. Japanese whisky has indeed been incredibly popular these past few years, and many people think they can just buy a bottle and make money.

Hey buddy, you've hit the nail on the head with this question. Popular Japanese whiskies like Yamazaki, Hibiki, and Yoichi are now fetching exorbitant prices, and naturally, counterfeits are rampant, ...

Let me put it this way: you can imagine the collecting market for Japanese whisky and Scotch whisky as two different types of stocks in the stock market: one is a hot tech stock, and the other is a st...

Ah, when it comes to this topic, it's truly a "sweet pain" for us whisky enthusiasts. The most exaggerated and astonishing price increases mainly occurred in two phases.

Hey, when it comes to investing in Japanese whisky, there's a lot to talk about. In recent years, it's become incredibly popular, with prices skyrocketing.