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After three long years, from the start of our book proposal, through the grueling rewrites, and the design process with our illustrator Anders Arhoj (of Studio Arhoj of course), the book will be released on May 26 and we are headed to NYC on June 29 to see you!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't miss our epic Everyday Sake celebration at the very awesome Brooklyn Kura!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTicket includes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSake flight\u003cbr\u003eModerated discussion with authors\u003cbr\u003eBrewery tour\u003cbr\u003eRaffle ticket\u003cbr\u003eSnack: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eCandied Togarashi Nuts, Housemade French Fries + Sake Kasu Donut Holes\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAnd YES, Yoko and Kayoko will be there to sign your book with love. 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