South Korea's single malt whiskey seeps into Japan with Itochu's help

Up-and-coming imports seen reaching record high with rapid growth

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Ki One whiskies from South Korean craft distiller Three Societies have won awards in global competitions. (Photo by Shin Watanabe) 

SHIN WATANABE, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- Whiskey from South Korea is making inroads into Japan, with major trading group Itochu's food wholesaler unit importing South Korea's first single malt brand.

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