- Japanese sake brewers released limited-edition sake on Risshun, the lunar new year's start of spring.
- These special brews are believed to bring good fortune and are certified as being bottled on Risshun morning.
- A purification ritual by a shrine priest and the brewery president's endorsement highlight the sake's unique appeal.

A: Hey Sakura! Did you hear about something cool happening with sake?

B: No, what’s up, Kenji? Tell me!

A: Apparently, some sake breweries are releasing special, limited-edition sake!

B: Really? What makes it so special?

A: It’s made really early on Risshun! You know, the first day of spring in the lunar calendar?

B: Oh wow, that’s… a thing! Is it lucky or something?

A: Exactly! People think it brings good fortune. One brewery in Okayama started preparing ages ago.

B: So, when did they actually *make* it?

A: They started bottling it around 3 am on Wednesday! They put a special label on, too.

B: Three AM?! That’s dedication!

A: Totally! And get this – a priest even purified the boxes with a special ritual!

B: Wow, that's seriously traditional.

A: The president of the brewery said this year’s edition smells really good. He wants everyone to try it, even people who don't usually drink sake!

B: That's nice! Maybe I’ll give it a try!