A limited amount of Kyouka sake is available until Jan. 15. A 720-milliliter bottle is priced at 34,100 yen ($230). (Clear)

HAYATO SAWA, Nikkei staff writer |

TOKYO — In Japan’s sake industry, there are growing moves to create new products and stimulate demand by blending multiple brands to add depth to taste and flavor.

One startup has launched a high-end sake that blends two of its own brands. Other products in Niigata and Shiga prefectures blend brands from rival breweries. 

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