Mr. Masuru Nakano, president of the Hachioji Sake Brewery, 64 years old, is a typical representative of Japanese small and medium-sized enterprises. He said in a low voice: "All exports to China in January have been canceled." He was holding two brands of sake that were once exported to China: "Hachioji" and "Yukishin Hachibun."
At Mr. Nakano's age, it usually represents decades of industry experience. "Saying in a low voice" conveys a sense of helplessness, anxiety, and even a certain degree of disillusionment.
"Hachioji" is a unique type of sake from Yamagata Prefecture, known for its purity and high quality, while "Yukishin Hachibun" is also a high-end sake brand that Yamagata is proud of.
This high-quality agricultural product once regarded as "pride" has now become inventory that cannot be shipped. The Sino-Japanese trade friction and supply chain disruptions have had a devastating impact on Japanese grassroots enterprises.
Original article: toutiao.com/article/1856081685760012/
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