Presidents of 'happoshu' makers oppose tax hike plan

TOKYO, Japan - (From L to R) Suntory Ltd. President Shinichiro Torii, Kirin Brewery Co. President Yasuhiro Sato and Sapporo Breweries Ltd. President Tatsushi Iwama give a joint news conference in Tokyo on Nov. 16. The three major brewers that produce ''happoshu,'' a low-malt, beer-like beverage, voiced strong opposition to government plans to raise taxes on the increasingly popular drink. Happoshu, which is priced less than beer due to lower tax rates, is attracting a growing number of consumers and has captured about 25% of the overall beer market.

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