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Takara Sake USA, Inc.
Tasting Room
Fusion of Japanese and Western Space
The Tasting Room designed by architect Don Hisaka, presents a light,
airy ambiance. The interior of the structure, constructed of Douglas
Fir and granite-finished tile, fuses traditional Japanese beauty with
a contemporary sense of space. The blue glass-tiled floor design is
inspired by Japan’s rice paddies and reflects the name Takara,
which means “treasure from the rice paddy.” Emphasizing
Takara’s commitment to conservation of the environment, virtually
all wood used in the structure is reclaimed lumber, while the granite
floor tiles contain glass recycled from saké, beer, whiskey
and other bottles. The kinetic sculptures consisting of the white
birds and the light gray clouds are titled “Song of the Sky”,
designed by artist Susumu Shingu, and the mix media on canvas, titled
“Water Wave” drawn by Keiko Nelson is also in the lobby.
Saké Museum
Unique Collection of Saké Making Artifacts
The Museum (1,570 square feet) features items and displays of interest
to both experts and the general public. It includes an exhibit of
the historical saké-making process, saké artifacts and
implements collected by Takara Saké USA, and a history of saké-making
in America. The collection is the only one of its kind in the USA.
The Tasting Room and Museum are open 7 days a week, 12-6pm.
An Ideal Space for a Private Meeting or Party.
The Tasting Room (maximum 150 people) and Conference Room adjacent
to the Tasting Room (400 square feet, 12 chairs) are both available
as rental space for private meetings or parties. There is also an
A/V Room (300 square feet, 32 chairs) and kitchenette available.
For more information and reservations, please contact Mika Tsuchiiwa
at 510-540-8250, ext. 20.
Private party rental available 7 days a week, 6-10pm.
E-mail:tsuhg@mb.infoweb.ne.jp
SakeOne Corporation | Kiku-Masamune
| Hakusan
Konishi | Ozeki | Takara
