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This campaign is limited to customers who have purchased products from Wainbito. During this campaign period, three winners will be selected by lottery from among those who post product reviews posted on Wainbito to receive a “Cup of Wine – Wainbito Limited Model”.

Reception period: November 1, 2023 (Wednesday) ~ January 11, 2024 (Thursday)　

Target products: All products listed on Wainbi (product list: https://nihonwine.net/collections/in-stock-all)

Eligibility: Wainbito user registrant

Entry requirements: After posting a product review (100 characters or more), the application will be completed when it is posted on the product page.
* User registration (free) is required to post a review.

Announcement of Winners:

・After the campaign period ends, the winners will be determined by a strict lottery.

・The announcement of the winner will be replaced by the shipment of the prize.

・Please note that we will not be able to answer questions about the results of the lottery by e-mail.

・ Prizes will be shipped to the address registered by the user.

・ Prizes can only be shipped within Japan.

・Prizes will be shipped sequentially after the campaign period ends.

・The right to win is valid only for the applicant himself/herself. It is non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for other prizes.

・Personal information such as the names and addresses of winners will not be disclosed.

Notes:

・The date of posting the review, not the date of publication of the review, is subject to the acceptance period.

・ During the period, each person can post a review as many times as they like.

・ You can post up to one post for the same product.

・Producer review posts are not eligible for this campaign.

・The content of the post may be used for SNS and promotional measures.

・The content of the post may be kept private or deleted without notice as necessary.

・ If the prize is not delivered due to a mistake in entering the address, change of address, etc., or if there is a fraudulent act in the application, the prize may be canceled.

・This campaign is subject to suspension, cancellation, or change without notice.

If you click the “Write a review” button on the product page, you can post your impressions and ratings (★) of the products you purchased. If you want to post a product review, you must have purchased the product at least once.

Please note that since the purpose is to refer to other customers who are about to shop and to share the enjoyment of Japan wine with other users, reviews containing the following contents may not be posted.

Examples of non-published submissions (Applicable review posts will not be eligible for entry.) ）
・ Content unrelated to the product
・ Content with a remarkably small number of characters (100 characters or more is the application standard)
・Personally identifiable information
・Content that contains slander
・ Contents about other companies’ products (citations for comparison are allowed)
・Content that infringes on the copyrights or other intellectual property rights of others

・Content that violates laws and regulations, content that encourages or may violate laws and regulations
・Content that is offensive to public order and morals, advertising, and solicitation

・Content that contains specific political or religious claims
・ Other contents other than product impressions, and content that is judged to be inappropriate for operation

Japan’s leading glass artist Sadahiko Takahashi collaborates with Wainbito. Through repeated tastings and trial production with cups of various sizes and shapes, the “Wine Cup – Wainbito Limited Model” was born to bring out the delicate charm of Japan wine.

A glass of this wine. Mr. Takahashi, who is known as a “texture maniac,” is particular about the texture unique to the technique of “blowing in the air,” which skillfully manipulates gravity and centrifugal force to mold without using molds. It is characterized by a beautiful, smooth and pleasant texture and an elegant form that is not found in industrial products.

Although it is large enough to protrude from the hand, it is light, so swirling is smooth. In addition, it has a high platform reminiscent of Japanese tableware, so it has a fit that sticks to your hand. We devised the shape of the rim to stand up, and we were particular about the mouthfeel.

Mr. Takahashi’s wine cups are molded one by one by “blowing in the air” without using a mold, so each piece has a different expression. Discover the new charm of Japan wine in your own wine cup.

What is Wainbito?

Wainbi is a mall-type e-commerce platform specializing in Japan wine that allows you to order wine directly from Japan wine producers all over Japan under the concept of “bringing Japan wine closer.” By taking advantage of the “proximity” unique to Japan wine, we minimize the burden on wine due to distribution by direct delivery from producers, and realize delivery by the shortest route in Japan without compromising the original taste of delicate wine. In order to ensure that even first-time buyers can purchase with peace of mind, we also provide a message function that allows you to ask questions and consult directly with the producer about wine. It is used for a wide range of purposes, from individual customers to purchasing from restaurants.
Website URL: https://nihonwine.net/
Service area: Only in Japan
Registered producers: Japan wine producers only
Payment method: Credit card (VISA, JCB, MASTER, AMEX), Amazon pay, Pay later (Paidy)
User registration: Free * After registering as a user, you can use all functions by logging in.

Supervising Sommelier: Takeshi Yamashita (J.S.A Sommelier Designation Qualification Certification)
Service Overview: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000093187.html

For food and beverage establishments: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000093187.html

LASTSHIP Company Profile
Company name: LASTSHIP Inc.
Location: 〒731-5117  1-8-32 Hachimangaoka, Saeki-ku, Hiroshima-shi, Hiroshima
Representative: President & CEO Takeshi Yamashita
Established: March 2018
Business: Planning, development, and operation of Wainbi, an online market specializing in Japan wine, wholesale and retail of alcoholic beverages
Summary: https://nihonwine.net/pages/company

At this time of year, I can’t help but feel the sound of winter footsteps in the chill of the morning and evening breeze caressing my skin. So, this is the arrival of the holiday season.

As a gift for your loved ones and as a reward for yourself for your hard work, I would definitely recommend the Japan limited collection of “TUMI”.

Under the same brand, the “Limited Edition” appears every holiday season. The 2023 edition is a Japan limited edition style with a classic and sophisticated atmosphere with chic silver accents on the jet black FXT® ballistic nylon, TUMI’s signature material.

From standard bags to accessories, special specifications will decorate the holiday season.

Expandable Organizer Brief ¥102,300

The “Expandable Organizer Brief” is a single-compartment with an open space for quick loading and unloading of items before and after the main compartment, and convenient expansion functions when you suddenly have more luggage or when you are on a business trip.

There are three pockets on the front, including a waterproof pocket, and the interior is equipped with a tablet pocket protected by a divider and pad for separate storage of documents, and an organizer panel for convenient stationery storage. It is a versatile brief that also comes with a back sleeve that can be set on the carry and a removable shoulder strap.

Slim Backpack ¥95,700

With a clean design that omits side pockets, the “slim backpack” fits well with suit style.

Slim and compact, yet highly functional, with a dedicated laptop compartment on the back protected by padding, a main compartment that opens wide with a double zip, and a front compartment with an organizer panel perfect for storing business accessories.

Tote ¥77,000

Designed with a focus on a size that is easy for Japan people to use, the Tote has a highly secure zippered compartment with a padded space that can store a laptop and a tablet.

The front features a U-shaped pocket for storing business accessories, and the back has a sleeve that can be set up for a carry. High functionality is also attractive.

Medium Laptop Cover ¥22,000

The Medium Laptop Cover, which holds up to 13″ laptops, features a gusseted front pocket with an organizer panel and zipper pocket for efficient storage of business accessories.

In addition to being used as a bag-in-bag, it is also convenient to carry laptops, documents, and stationery when moving from a desk to a conference room in the office.

Pencil case ¥8,800

A “pencil case” with a solid gusset at the bottom that is suitable for carrying a minimum of stationery. It has a minimalistic design with chrome accents on the central logo plaque and zipper puller, making it perfect for gifts.

“Limited Edition 2023” is scheduled to be released at “TUMI” stores nationwide and the official online store from late October.

A special edition lineup with silver accents that shine in black, such as the chrome monogram plate and logo plaque that shine dignifiedly, the silver elements on some zippers that shine when opened, and the silver piping on the interior pockets.

For the exciting season ahead, we recommend adding it to your wish list early.

INFORMATION

TUMI Customer Center

TEL:0120-006-267
TUMI.COM

A new product from SCOTT is introduced. The world’s only limited Japan model, the SUBCROSS J1 Series, has been added to the long-awaited new color. The following is from the press release.

Evolving popular colors into “BLUE MATT” that is easy to use and match

From asphalt to gravel to dirt, you can run around on your daily commute to work and school without feeling stress. And the Japan limited edition model “SUBCROSS J1 series” adopts a design that distinguishes it from the frame design often seen on existing cross bikes.

The popular color “GLOSSY BLUE” appeared as a 2021 model and was well received by many people and sold out in an instant. This popular color has been further brushed up and evolved into “BLUE MATT”, which is easy to use and match, in order to achieve harmony with more diverse situations and wardrobes.

The trends seen in recent road bikes are also scattered at key points of the frame, creating an even more unique beauty.
Stylishly shaped Syncros Comfort Grip reduces hand fatigue on long rides for comfort and stability during driving
Unified components from Shimano Corporation, which boasts outstanding reliability
Syncros’ special Comfort Saddle UC3.0 for solid thickness and cushioning
KENDA 700×45C semi-block tires as standard equipment
SUBCROSS J1 JAPAN LIMITED

Price: 129,800 yen (tax included)
Size: S, M, L, XL
Color: BLUE MATT

Details are here.

The happy relationship between Hublot and Berluti

Hublot and Berluti formed a partnership in 2016. The original model that fully utilizes the individuality of both parties is the ideal form of collaboration, and it has become a hot topic every time, such as a series of immediate sales outs.

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This year, the seventh year of the album, the new “Big Bang Unico Berluti Arminio King Gold” was announced. Limited to 50 pieces only in Japan Japan. It’s a special offer from Hublot.

Hublot’s original material, 18K king gold, combined with Berluti’s signature patine “Arminio”, gives it a unique elegance. In addition to the case, the king gold bezel with Venetian leather inserts with monochrome patine is exquisite in grey and gold tones.

The bezel is screwed into the case and integrated with the Hublot style. The cutwork on the dial in Venetian leather, embossed with indexes and the words “Swiss Made”, reveals the structure of the Unico chronograph movement developed and manufactured in-house by Hublot.

You don’t have to be a leather lover to know Berluti’s name, but the two workshops and shops on Rue Sèvres on the Left Bank and Rue Marbeuf on the Right Bank of Paris are home to Venetian leather, a material that only Berluti can use.

Venetian leather is tanned in the company’s own workshop and has a unique luster. The traditional technique of repeating manual decolorization and dyeing process is applied many times using various pigments, dyes, solvents and essential oils. The processing is called “patine”, and the unique color, luster and shading, and original gradation that do not produce two identical colors conveyed Berluti’s fame to the world and made it immovable. In addition, the decoration of calligraphy, called “skrit”, in which leather is burned and written, became a perfect icon.

The secret technique of “Berluti of Paris” founded in 1895. Hublot did not miss its charm, nor did Berluti. I am strongly attracted to the fact that this relationship was not a common one, such as making a watch body and a leather strap separately. I think it is precisely because both sides have seriously crossed the border into the other’s field that the collaboration between different talents and different talents has been successful.

Launched in 2018, the Classic Fusion Chronograph Edition Berluti Skrit Blue has a calligraphed leather that invades not only the strap but also the dial. In the Big Bang Unico Berluti Arminio introduced in 2021, Venetian leather crossed the border on the bezel. In 2022 Japan only 100 pieces of the limited edition Big Bang Unico Berluti White Gray were produced. And this time, it follows the latest work of 2023, “Big Bang Unico Berluti Arminio King Gold”.

It is a perfect blend of being an excellent watch and attractive leather goods, and elevates each to new heights. The value of such a collaboration model is extremely high.

HUBLOT

Big Bang Unico Berluti Arminio King Gold

18-carat king gold case× Berluti Venetian leather + black rubber strap, self-winding, 44mm diameter, limited to 50 pieces Japan. 6,831,000 yen (HUBLOT/LVMH Watch & Jewellery Japan Hublot TEL: 03-5635-7055)

Koichi Namiki
Editing: Akira Kamiya (GQ)

Stradivari G2 Anniversary

Noah unveiled the Stradivari G2 Anniversary, the second generation of Sonus Faber’s new flagship speaker, the Stradivari Homage. Limited editions of 120 pairs worldwide and 12 pairs (4 pairs with 3 finishes each) in Japan, will be available for pre-order from 10 a.m. on November 10. Finished with Wenge, Red and Graphite.

Wenge、Red、Graphite

The first speaker was developed in 2003 as a tribute to Cremona violin craftsman Antonio Stradivari. Twenty years after its design, the Stradivari G2 Anniversary will appear in 2023 as a model to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Sonus Faber’s founding.

Using the state-of-the-art technology developed for this model, everything from the internal structure to the design of the unit and cabinet has been newly designed. “It was only possible because of the thorough manual work by traditional skilled craftsmen, and it embodied the essence of the history and philosophy of 40 years since the company’s founding.”

While the enclosure was based on traditional speaker manufacturing methods, its form evolved from the oval shape of the first generation to a pentagonal design. It is a “groundbreaking evolution in which technology seamlessly adapts to aesthetic needs.”

The distinctive front baffle was crafted by Sonus Faber craftsmen who are skilled in violin making, and is designed with wood sandwiched between aluminum. The painting and polishing are also based on techniques applied to the finest musical instrument making, with as many as seven layers of gloss coating.

The cabinet is made of natural wood, and CNC-machined aluminum plates with anodized aluminum and round edge treatment are attached to the top and bottom of the cabinet, and aluminum parts are also attached to the back, adopting a unique structure “exo-skeleton clamp” sandwiched between strong parts.

As a result, the cabinet is damped and vibration components are suppressed. It is said that it has realized the rich sound unique to natural wood and the reproduction of a moderately tight low range.

As a method to decouple vibration propagation from the floor surface and the entire cabinet, “Z.V.T.” (Zero Vibration Transmission) technology is followed. It is equipped with a silent spike that sandwiches elastomer resin in the attachment part of the spike.

The unit configuration is a 3.5-way 4-speaker bass reflex system. It has a tweeter, midrange, and woofer, and two woofers.

The bass reflex system uses the newly developed “Klepsidra Technology” for this speaker. It means “hourglass” and aims to maximize the freedom of speaker installation by emitting sound waves toward the bottom while achieving maximum low-frequency performance while reducing the duct length. The interior of the low-frequency chamber eliminates parallel planes to suppress the generation of standing waves.

“Intono Technology” is also introduced. Meaning “intonation,” the impedance peak in the midrange chamber is significantly reduced and improved by providing finely tuned holes in the sealed high/mid chamber.

By installing the company’s traditional wooden chamber on the back of the driver, the tweeter is not affected by the midrange driver, and high-frequency reproduction is realized while maintaining the purity of the tweeter.

The air pressure generated by the movement of the diaphragm is effectively damped by appropriate airflow adjustment by small holes, resulting in unparalleled natural mid-range regeneration. By minimizing the size and number of parts of the crossover network circuit, a simple crossover design is achieved.

As an ultra-low frequency adjustment system, LFA (Low Frequency Adjuster) is available. By correcting the resonance peak of the driver unit and performing effective damping in the low range without mounting resistor components in the signal path, the infiltrability of the low frequency range is increased as much as possible.

Four terminals are installed on the board adjacent to the speaker terminal, and one in the center is negative, and by connecting to one of the other three terminals with a jumper, different low-frequency response can be obtained.

Ultra-low frequency regulation system, LFA

The tweeter is a silk soft dome equipped with a 28mm diameter arrowpoint DAD. Mounted on a tough die-cast aluminum frame, the tweeter apex is partially damped to suppress the diaphragm’s reversed-phase behavior. It uses proprietary “DAD (Damped Apex Dome) technology” that further demonstrates the transparency and stretch of the high range. In addition, the tripod structure D.A.D. greatly improves high-frequency sound wave diffusion and control capability at high volumes.

The mid-range is a 150mm diameter paper cone with a unique diaphragm made by blending natural fibers such as cellulose pulp, kapok, and kenaf and drying them naturally. Powerful neodymium magnets provide fast, shortest and most accurate response to moving coils composed of copper-clad aluminum windings (CCAW). The basket has a strong aluminum die-cast frame that “combines ideal high-speed drive with high control, providing a natural sound without stagnation.”

The phase plug is also newly designed, with a unique damping ring to minimize sound disturbances caused by coil operation and to physically correct the resonance in the high frequency band of the paper cone.

woofer

The woofer is specially designed with a diameter of 260mm. The two ultra-lightweight CCAW voice coils feature custom-made neodymium drivers for ultra-fast drive, while featuring an aluminum air gap that enhances voice coil cooling.

The newly developed center cap is composed of ABS resin with excellent rigidity. By analyzing and optimizing the material, shape, and thickness of the cone, rubber edge, and BIMAX spider by structural analysis using a computer based on F.E.M (Finite Element Method = Finite Element Method), the frame basket that holds the diaphragm is also newly designed.

The crossover network is designed based on PARACROSS TOPOLOGY, which is also used in the Aida II, and the newly developed “Interactive Fusion Filtering”, and while optimizing the amplitude/phase characteristics and space/temporal characteristics of each driver unit, the impedance of low frequencies is optimally controlled to match with the amplifier. The crossover frequency is 160Hz/220Hz/2.2kz.

The frequency response is 25Hz~35kHz (including stealth and ultraflex). The output sound pressure level is 92dB SPL (2.83V/1m) and the nominal impedance is 4Ω. The speaker jack supports bi-wiring. It has external dimensions of 715×428×1,374 mm (width × depth ×height) and weighs 63 kg.