CNA938 Rewind - Japan's Sake Regions Through a Sommelier's Eyes
In ‘Destination Anywhere’, Melanie Oliveiro speaks with Ng Ping Ping, also known as Ping-san, a certified Kikisakeshi (sake sommelier), about her travels through Japan's renowned sake-producing regions. Having visited breweries across prefectures including Akita, Miyagi, Hiroshima and Kyushu, Ping-san shares what she discovered beyond the tasting rooms, from rural communities and local food cultures to the landscapes that shape Japan's brewing traditions. She will then discuss her long-standing involvement with Sake Festival Singapore.