Renowned Japanese lyricist, Matsumoto, has drawn to a close the era of his famous song "Sake no Tsumami" which has been enjoyed as background music in izakayas across Japan. Regarded as a melodic companion to sake-drinking sessions, the music served as the perfect backdrop for countless stories. The song's final broadcast is speculated to signal the end of an era in Japan's music and drinking culture.

In Japan, sake and izakayas (Japanese-style bar) have deep roots in society and culture, with songs like Matsumoto's playing a key role in these shared experiences. The end of this iconic song's run might bring nostalgic feelings among the population, sparking discussions about cultural shifts and the evolution of Japanese social habits.

In the US or EU, the analogy could be drawn to an iconic pub song or background music phased out from local bars. Similar to the vanishing jukeboxes of Western bars, this could symbolize a shift in social habits and cultural norms, bringing forward a mix of nostalgia and acceptance towards change.