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Japanese brewer designs “wobbly” beer glass to encourage responsible drinking. (2026, October 10). South China Morning Post. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3370416/japanese-brewer-designs-wobbly-beer-glass-encourage-responsible-drinking?utm_source=rss_feed
“Japanese brewer designs “wobbly” beer glass to encourage responsible drinking.” South China Morning Post, 10 Oct. 2026, https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3370416/japanese-brewer-designs-wobbly-beer-glass-encourage-responsible-drinking?utm_source=rss_feed.
“Japanese brewer designs “wobbly” beer glass to encourage responsible drinking.” South China Morning Post, October 10, 2026. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3370416/japanese-brewer-designs-wobbly-beer-glass-encourage-responsible-drinking?utm_source=rss_feed.
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A Japanese craft brewery called Yoho Brewing, based in Nagano prefecture, has created a unique beer glass designed to promote responsible drinking habits. The "Wobbly Beer Glass by Yona Yona Ale," which resembles a U-shape and was put on sale in August, tilts if not balanced with water alongside the beer. This design is intended to encourage drinkers to alternate between alcoholic beverages and water, reducing the rate of intoxication. Inspired by conversations about forgetting to drink water while socializing, an employee named Kyoko Kitano developed this innovative glass. The concept aligns with guidelines from Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare released in 2024, which promote healthier drinking practices.