Alcohol is prevalent at most social gatherings.

Sake---The most foreigners think that the sake is a Japanese rice whine.It's called Nishonsyu. It is about 14 to 17 percent alcohol and comes in sweet and dry.(amakuchi to Karakuchi)There are several different types of sake.

Links;

• Japan Sake Brewers Association
• Wikipedia
• Japan Prestige Sake Association

Shocyu---It is made from root vegetables such as sweet potates or wheat.
It is about 20 to 45 percent alcohol.


Links;

• About Shocyu
• Kyusyu Shocyu Net

Links;

• Bar Navigator