Moon Brewing 'Dassai Moon Project' x 300-Year Tradition 'Giant Kite Battle': Niigata Farmers Fly High in Support
The Niigata Prefecture Yamada Nishiki Association will raise a 'Dassai Moon Giant Kite' at the traditional 'Mitsuke-Imamachi / Nagaoka-Nakanoshima Giant Kite Battle' in June 2026. This initiative supports Asahi Shuzo's 'Dassai Moon Project,' which aims to brew sake on the moon by 2025. Featuring a visual by 'Space Brothers' creator Chuya Koyama, the project symbolizes hope for the future of agriculture.
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### Brewing Sake on the Moon in 2025!
The Niigata Prefecture Yamada Nishiki Association has announced its independent support for the 'Dassai Moon Project,' a space-related initiative led by Asahi Shuzo, the maker of 'Dassai' sake. To express their solidarity, a specially designed 'Dassai Moon Giant Kite' will be flown during the traditional 'Mitsuke-Imamachi / Nagaoka-Nakanoshima Giant Kite Battle' in June 2026.
### Expanding the Possibilities of Sake into Space
The 'Dassai Moon Project' is an ambitious challenge aiming for moon-based sake brewing in 2025. It has already successfully conducted fermentation experiments in a 1/6 gravity environment, mimicking the moon. As humanity's reach extends into space, sake culture is also preparing for a new stage, with Asahi Shuzo leading the way.
### Sincere Support from Farmers
As producers of the rice that forms the heart of sake brewing, Yamada Nishiki farmers in Niigata deeply resonate with this cosmic challenge. Although not officially part of the project, they are expressing their support through this 'voluntary' initiative, sending the 'Dassai Giant Kite' high into the sky.
### Carrying the Future on a 300-Year Tradition
The venue, the 'Mitsuke-Imamachi / Nagaoka-Nakanoshima Giant Kite Battle,' is a local tradition boasting over 300 years of history. Many Yamada Nishiki producers participate in the Sakaimachi-gumi kite-flying group. This year, the association will release the kite with three key messages:
- Support for the 'Dassai Moon Project'
- Prayers for a bountiful harvest
- Determination to win the Grand Prix in the 'Yamada Nishiki Beyond the Peak' project
### A Symbol of Hope for the Future of Agriculture
Despite the harsh environment for rice farming, including surplus production and low prices, this project's venture into space serves as a symbol of new dreams and hope for Japanese agriculture. The producers wish for a future where Niigata-grown Yamada Nishiki is used for moon-based brewing in 2050, making this kite the first step toward that goal.
### Key Visual Designed by 'Space Brothers' Creator Chuya Koyama
During the kite battle, members of Asahi Shuzo and local producers will participate wearing original T-shirts featuring the key visual designed by the renowned manga artist Chuya Koyama.
The Niigata Prefecture Yamada Nishiki Association has announced its independent support for the 'Dassai Moon Project,' a space-related initiative led by Asahi Shuzo, the maker of 'Dassai' sake. To express their solidarity, a specially designed 'Dassai Moon Giant Kite' will be flown during the traditional 'Mitsuke-Imamachi / Nagaoka-Nakanoshima Giant Kite Battle' in June 2026.
### Expanding the Possibilities of Sake into Space
The 'Dassai Moon Project' is an ambitious challenge aiming for moon-based sake brewing in 2025. It has already successfully conducted fermentation experiments in a 1/6 gravity environment, mimicking the moon. As humanity's reach extends into space, sake culture is also preparing for a new stage, with Asahi Shuzo leading the way.
### Sincere Support from Farmers
As producers of the rice that forms the heart of sake brewing, Yamada Nishiki farmers in Niigata deeply resonate with this cosmic challenge. Although not officially part of the project, they are expressing their support through this 'voluntary' initiative, sending the 'Dassai Giant Kite' high into the sky.
### Carrying the Future on a 300-Year Tradition
The venue, the 'Mitsuke-Imamachi / Nagaoka-Nakanoshima Giant Kite Battle,' is a local tradition boasting over 300 years of history. Many Yamada Nishiki producers participate in the Sakaimachi-gumi kite-flying group. This year, the association will release the kite with three key messages:
- Support for the 'Dassai Moon Project'
- Prayers for a bountiful harvest
- Determination to win the Grand Prix in the 'Yamada Nishiki Beyond the Peak' project
### A Symbol of Hope for the Future of Agriculture
Despite the harsh environment for rice farming, including surplus production and low prices, this project's venture into space serves as a symbol of new dreams and hope for Japanese agriculture. The producers wish for a future where Niigata-grown Yamada Nishiki is used for moon-based brewing in 2050, making this kite the first step toward that goal.
### Key Visual Designed by 'Space Brothers' Creator Chuya Koyama
During the kite battle, members of Asahi Shuzo and local producers will participate wearing original T-shirts featuring the key visual designed by the renowned manga artist Chuya Koyama.
FAQ
Dassai Moon Projectとはどのようなプロジェクトですか？
日本酒「獺祭」を製造する旭酒造が推進する、2025年の月面での酒造りを目指す宇宙関連プロジェクトです。既に月面同様の重力環境での発酵実証実験に成功しています。
新潟県山田錦協議会はこのプロジェクトにどのように関わっていますか？
公式なプロジェクト参画ではありませんが、酒米の生産者としてこの挑戦に共感し、「勝手に応援」という形で、伝統行事である大凧合戦での応援凧掲揚などを通じて意思表示を行っています。
「Dassai Moon大凧」はいつ、どこで見ることができますか？
2026年6月に開催される、300年以上の歴史を持つ地域の伝統行事「見附今町・長岡中之島 大凧合戦」の会場で掲揚される予定です。
大凧のデザインには誰が関わっていますか？
人気漫画『宇宙兄弟』の作者である小山宙哉氏が、本プロジェクトのキービジュアルデザインを担当しています。
この取り組みにはどのような願いが込められていますか？
プロジェクトへの応援のほか、豊作祈願、および2050年の月面醸造において新潟県産山田錦が使用される未来への願いが込められています。