The Birth of Saké (2015)

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Through the unrelenting winter in the north of Japan, a small group of workers must brave unusual working conditions to bring to life a 2,000-year-old tradition known as sake. A cinematic documentary, The Birth of Sake is a visually immersive experience of an almost-secret world in which large sacrifices must be made for the survival of a time-honored brew.

Director: Erik Shirai
Genre: Documentary, History
Runtime: 90 min
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Screenplay

Cinematography: Erik Shirai
Country: Japan, United States of America
Language: 日本語
Original Language: ja

Keywords

japan, sake, social documentary, ancient knowledge, traditional food, traditional culture, social & cultural documentary, cultural identity, cultural preservation, traditional values, cultural heritage, cultural traditions

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Birth of Saké about?
Through the unrelenting winter in the north of Japan, a small group of workers must brave unusual working conditions to bring to life a 2,000-year-old tradition known as sake. A cinematic documentary, The Birth of Sake is a visually immersive experience of an almost-secret world in which large sacrifices must be made for the survival of a time-honored brew.
Who directed The Birth of Saké?
The Birth of Saké was directed by Erik Shirai.
How long is The Birth of Saké?
The Birth of Saké has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
What genre is The Birth of Saké?
The Birth of Saké is a Documentary, History film.
Where was The Birth of Saké produced?
The Birth of Saké was produced in Japan, United States of America.