{"id":6019,"date":"2026-04-06T20:30:53","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T11:30:53","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/makikomi.jp\/times\/?p=6019"},"modified":"2026-04-06T20:45:02","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T11:45:02","slug":"ti","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/makikomi.jp\/times\/2026\/04\/06\/ti\/","title":{"rendered":"KAORI TIRTHANI: SOMMELIER BRIDGING JAPAN AND INDIA THROUGH THE ART OF SAKE"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>KAORI TIRTHANI, a certified J.S.A. Sommelier and SAKE DIPLOMA holder, is embarking on a profound mission to introduce the elegance of Japanese sake to the Indian market. Combining her professional expertise with her personal background as the wife of an Indian national, she is uniquely positioned to act as a cultural ambassador between the two nations.<br \/>\nUNEXPECTED ENCOUNTER AT SHIMODATE STATION<br \/>\nDuring a recent visit to the historic Raifuku Shuzo brewery in Ibaraki Prefecture, Tirthani experienced a heartwarming moment that underscored her growing influence. Upon arriving at Shimodate Station, she was immediately recognized by a follower who had been keeping up with her activities on Instagram.<br \/>\n&#8220;I knew it was you because I follow your posts!&#8221; the local resident remarked. This encounter highlighted the power of social media in building real-world connections and demonstrated Tirthani&#8217;s reach as a digital creator and industry expert.<br \/>\nFROM IBARAKI TRADITION TO GLOBAL MARKETS<br \/>\nRaifuku Shuzo, established in 1716, is renowned for its innovative use of flower yeast, creating sake with distinct floral aromas and refined profiles. Tirthani\u2019s visit to the brewery was more than just a tour; it was a deep dive into the craftsmanship she intends to share with the world.<br \/>\nHer background as a wine professional gives her a unique edge. Having been involved in regional wine culture, Tirthani possesses a sophisticated palate capable of finding perfect harmonies between traditional Japanese beverages and diverse global cuisines.<br \/>\nA VISION FOR INDIA: SAKE ON THE GLOBAL STAGE<br \/>\nTirthani&#8217;s ultimate goal is to establish sake as a premium choice within India\u2019s rapidly evolving culinary landscape. She believes that the intricate umami and delicate fragrances of high-quality Japanese sake can offer a revolutionary pairing for the bold flavors of Indian cuisine.<br \/>\nBy leveraging her status as a Sophia University alumna and a professional sommelier, she is dedicated to creating educational opportunities and promotional channels that will bring the spirit of Japan to the tables of India.<br \/>\nPROFILE: KAORI TIRTHANI<br \/>\n* Title: J.S.A. Certified Sommelier, SAKE DIPLOMA, Digital Creator<br \/>\n* Education: Sophia University<br \/>\n* Mission: To promote Japanese sake in India and foster cultural exchange through her marriage and professional expertise.<br \/>\n> Editorial Note from Roppongi Times:<br \/>\n> Kaori Tirthani represents the next generation of global professionals who blend tradition with modern communication. Her journey from the quiet breweries of Ibaraki to the bustling markets of India is a testament to the universal language of quality craftsmanship.<br \/>\n><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>KAORI TIRTHANI, a certified J.S.A. Sommelier and SAKE DIPLOMA holder, is embarking on a profound mission to introduce the elegance of Japanese sake to the Indian market. Combining her professional expertise with her personal background as the wife of an Indian national, she is uniquely positioned to act as a cultural ambassador between the two nations. UNEXPECTED ENCOUNTER AT SHIMODATE STATION During a recent visit to the historic Raifuku Shuzo brewery in Ibaraki Prefecture, Tirthani experienced a heartwarming moment that underscored her growing influence. Upon arriving at Shimodate Station, she was immediately recognized by a follower who had been keeping up with her activities on Instagram. &#8220;I knew it was [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":6018,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[54],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-6019","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-drink"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/makikomi.jp\/times\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6019","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/makikomi.jp\/times\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/makikomi.jp\/times\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/makikomi.jp\/times\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/makikomi.jp\/times\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6019"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"http:\/\/makikomi.jp\/times\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6019\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6021,"href":"http:\/\/makikomi.jp\/times\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6019\/revisions\/6021"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/makikomi.jp\/times\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6018"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/makikomi.jp\/times\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6019"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/makikomi.jp\/times\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6019"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/makikomi.jp\/times\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6019"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}