Nihonshu Kaisen Izakaya Kakikakiya Akabane

Sufficient umami, well-balanced sweetness and acidity, this sake has an alcohol content of 13% despite being genshu, and it is a sake with a solid core that does not become watery. Hiroshima Prefecture: Kinkou Shuzou / Sake Meter Value: Not disclosed

Features a fruity ginjo aroma and a rich flavor. This is a pioneering sake of ginjo sake. Yamagata Prefecture: Dewasakura Sake Brewery / Sake Meter Value: +5

Features a fruity aroma. The umami spreads evenly in the mouth, and the aftertaste is a refreshing junmai sake. Fukushima Prefecture: Miyasaka Brewing / Sake Meter Value: +1

This is a junmai sake with a light aroma and a pleasant umami from the rice, allowing you to slowly feel the expansion of flavors. Fukui Prefecture: Kokuryu Sake Brewery / Sake Meter Value: +4

A gentle banana aroma is pleasant, and the aftertaste is smooth and clean, making it a very well-balanced type that you won't get tired of drinking. Hokkaido: Niseko Brewery / Sake Meter Value: +2

It has a refreshing balance of acidity and umami, with a smooth mouthfeel that is crisp and does not become tiresome to drink. Kochi Prefecture: Suigei Brewery / Sake Meter Value: ±6.5

You can enjoy a rich flavor with a moderate acidity and the umami of the rice. Miyagi Prefecture: Satoura / Sake Degree: +1

A well-known sake representing Niigata. You can enjoy its elegant mouthfeel and refined taste. Niigata Prefecture: Hakkaisan Brewery / Sake Meter Value: +4

The aroma is gentle, and it is finished as a sake that you won't get tired of drinking. It is a smooth ginjo sake. Niigata Prefecture: Asahi Brewing / Sake Meter Value: +5

A clean taste that brings out the umami of the rice. The beautiful umami of the rice is complemented by a firm acidity that lingers. Niigata Prefecture: Morohashi Sake Brewery / Sake Meter Value: +5

A sake brewed by a young toji (master brewer) in his early 30s. Despite being young, he has consistently won gold medals at the New Sake Evaluation Conference. The special junmai has a subtle and gentle aroma, with a very soft mouthfeel. It is a gentle sake that, while not flashy, is always kind. Fukushima Prefecture: Matsuzaki Brewery / Sake Meter Value: +5

This junmai sake has a gentle aroma and rich flavor, with a clean acidity that provides a crisp aftertaste. Wakayama Prefecture; Heiwa Shuzou / Sake Meter Value: +4

This sake is brewed by Mr. Nakasaburo, who is famous as one of the 'Four Heavenly Kings of Noto' and has also received the 'Modern Master Craftsman' award, from the renowned brewing group of Noto. It is a rich and flavorful junmai sake with a harmonious balance of the unique deep aroma and acidity characteristic of yamahai brewing. Ishikawa Prefecture: Kuramoto Shuzou / Sake Meter Value: +3

Centered around President and Toji Yoshifumi Sumikawa, 'Toyo Bijin' has grown into a popular brand known to all sake lovers. Inheriting the teachings from Akito Takagi of Juyondai, it pursues traditional sake brewing and deliciousness without gimmicks. True to its name, Toyo Bijin offers a floral yet elegant taste with a clear and beautiful flavor, achieving excellent results in various competitions and being praised worldwide, including being selected as an official sake for the World Cup and served by airlines. Yamaguchi Prefecture: Sumikawa Sake Brewery / Sake Meter Value: -5

This dry sake, which enhances the flavors of dishes with the umami of rice and a clean aftertaste, is considered the essence of sake and the classic choice for sake enthusiasts, hence named 'Honryu'. Yamagata Prefecture: Tatenokawa Sake Brewery / Sake Meter Value: +8

It beautifully expresses a refined and rich aroma, along with a fresh taste that feels mineral and natural. Niigata Prefecture: Kamo Nishiki Sake Brewery / Sake Meter Value: Not disclosed

This is a representative dry pure rice ginjo sake from Masumi. Please enjoy its clear and refreshing aroma and flavor. Nagano Prefecture: Miyasaka Brewing / Sake Meter Value: +4

This is the most popular standard sake, created with the concept of the ultimate food pairing sake. It brings out the power of the ingredients and enhances the meal as a great supporting role. Miyagi Prefecture: Shinzawa Brewery / Sake Meter Value: +4

This Junmai Ginjo has a wide range of flavors while maintaining a crisp finish, and it is soft and smooth. It features a moderate, rich aroma and refined taste, with a beautiful fullness that makes it enjoyable to drink without getting tired of it. The balance is also excellent. I recommend it as a high-quality sake to accompany meals, with a refined and refreshing acidity. Fukuoka Prefecture: Yamaguchi Sake Brewery / Sake Meter Value: ±0

A flavor with an excellent balance of sweetness and acidity unique to the middle portion. When you take a sip, the juicy sweetness and acidity spread, and it gradually fades away smoothly. Fukushima Prefecture: Oki Yoshiyuki Honten / Sake Meter Value: +1

You can feel a refreshing citrus aroma, followed by a transparent and juicy umami flavor. The clean acidity on the aftertaste is pleasant, giving a fresh and sharp impression. It has a taste that you won't get tired of, gently accompanying your dishes. It pairs well with light dishes and sashimi, offering excellent cost performance. This is a perfect bottle for drinking with meals. Kyoto Prefecture: Matsumoto Brewery / Sake Meter Value: Not disclosed

This is a junmai sake that has fruity flavors and allows you to feel the umami and sweetness of rice when it reaches your mouth. It has an excellent crispness, making it easy to keep pouring more. Iwate Prefecture: Akabu Brewery / Sake Meter Value: +1

Aged with rich umami and a sense of volume, yet it melts softly in the mouth. It is a rich sake, but its sharpness prevents any heaviness. Saitama Prefecture: Shinkame Brewery / Sake Meter Value: +6

A subtle aroma of apricot elegantly drifts, with a calm umami that continues softly, and a faint bitterness that appears in the aftertaste tightens the flavor slightly dry. It can be enjoyed at a wide range of temperatures. Aomori Prefecture: Hachinohe Shuzo / Sake Meter Value: +5

Dai Shichi's Junmai Namamoto is highly regarded as the definitive version of the Namamoto style. The rich, matured flavor is unique to the Namamoto brewing method. When warmed, it envelops you with a deliciousness that seeps into your heart. Fukushima Prefecture: Dai Shichi Sake Brewery / Sake Meter Value: +2

It is said to be 'sake for advanced drinkers who know the true deliciousness of sake' due to its rich flavor developed through aging and the high alcohol content of 18 degrees in the unfiltered sake. Yamagata Prefecture: Asahikawa Brewery / Sake Meter Value: Not disclosed

When tasted, it has a light and juicy mouthfeel, leaving a very refreshing impression with a crisp acidity. This junmai sake is made using Yamada Nishiki rice for the koji and Kanazawa yeast for brewing, crafted with great care in a manner similar to ginjo production. It is designed for aging in the bottle, aiming for an exceptionally clean finish. Akita Prefecture: Akita Brewing / Sake Meter Value: +2

This is an exquisite Yamahai Junmai sake that you can simply think is 'delicious.' It is a high-grade standard that beautifully inherits the excellent Yamahai brewing technique of Yuli Masamune, which is renowned for its sophistication. Akita Prefecture: Saimi Sake Brewery / Sake Meter Value: +1

The mouthfeel is fresh and slightly light. When sipped, it spreads a juicy umami with a sense of density and a refreshing acidity reminiscent of white grapes, allowing you to enjoy the changes in flavor as you continue to drink. Akita Prefecture: Miyoshino Brewery / Sake Meter Value: +4

A subtly fruity ginjo aroma with a refined and refreshing taste of dry sake. The exceptional crispness after drinking, characteristic of super dry sake, is outstanding. Yamagata Prefecture: Kamenoi Sake Brewery / Sake Meter Value: +20

This sake has a deliciousness that complements fish like soy sauce, while leaving a refreshing aftertaste like gari. It focuses on bringing out a synergistic effect of new amino acids, similar to soy sauce, enhancing the enjoyment of fish with the umami and crispness of sake. Wakayama Prefecture: Yoshimura Hideo Shoten / Sake Meter Value: +5

This sake is perfect for warming, showcasing the unique qualities of fresh sake. When served warm, its umami flavor is further enhanced. With a subtle aroma, this honjozo is packed with the deliciousness of Hatsumago and is never tiresome to drink. Yamagata Prefecture: Tohoku Meijo / Sake Meter Value: +0

This is a dry honjozo with a clean taste and sharp finish. It has an elegant quality without any off-flavors, and it is crafted to enjoy its spiciness. This delicious sake from Ishinomaki embodies the characteristics of Hidakami. Miyagi Prefecture: Hirataka Sake Brewery / Sake Meter Value: +7

Ranked number one in the shell-on raw oyster category! Also awarded the sake prize for pairing with oysters! This sake is truly brewed for oysters. It has a unique, creamy sweetness and a well-balanced acidity, making it enjoyable like a dessert. The acidity complements the sweetness, giving it a subtly sweet and sour taste, resulting in a perfectly balanced product that doesn't feel heavy despite its sweetness. Ibaraki Prefecture: Raifuku Brewery / Sake Meter Value: Not disclosed

The flavor profile is centered around umami, with a gentle aroma and a smart taste that emphasizes umami, making it a sake that supports the dish overall. Due to the dominance of lactic acid, it is best served at room temperature and pairs well with Japanese cuisine and dishes centered around dashi. Tochigi Prefecture: Senkin / Sake Meter Value: Not disclosed

A fragrant aroma rises, with a refreshing taste that is very easy to drink. The umami of the rice can also be strongly felt, making it enjoyable to pair with various dishes as a food-friendly sake. Niigata Prefecture: Shirataki Sake Brewery / Sake Meter Value: +5

Founded in 1888 in Ube City, Yamaguchi Prefecture. The current fifth generation, Takahiro Nagayama, launched the brand 'Takai' in 2002, pursuing the potential of junmai sake. Inspired by wine producers who are an unwavering presence in the world of brewed beverages, Takahiro holds deep respect for the rice fields of Futamase, where he also cultivates rice locally. In 2029, he plans to establish an agricultural corporation to focus on sake rice production. The clear and umami-rich taste, utilizing the characteristics of mineral-rich brewing water, captivates people's hearts. Yamaguchi Prefecture: Nagayama Honke Sake Brewery / Sake Meter Value: +8

This is a honjozo sake characterized by a crisp flavor and smooth mouthfeel. It pairs well with both chilled and warmed servings. Niigata Prefecture: Miyao Sake Brewery / Sake Meter Value: +4

'Mikyo' refers to a beautifully polished mirror, and 'Shisui' means still water. In other words, it represents a state of mind that is as clear as a perfectly polished mirror or a still, unwavering surface of water, free from any distractions and with a pure heart. Nagano Prefecture: Ozawa Sake Brewery / Sake Meter Value: +4

This is a standard product from the 'Ro Man' series. It features a gorgeous aroma, umami and richness unique to the four-stage brewing of glutinous rice, and a gentle sweetness. It can be enjoyed chilled or warmed. It pairs well with a wide range of dishes from Japanese to Western cuisine. Fukushima Prefecture: Hanazumi Sake Brewery / Sake Meter Value: Not disclosed

This is a high-quality special junmai sake that is extremely close to junmai ginjo in quality. The moment it touches your mouth, it spreads a rich aroma and juicy flavor, making it a masterpiece that provides a very high level of satisfaction. Akita Prefecture: Fukurokuju Sake Brewery / Sake Meter Value: +2

This sake, associated with the product name 'spicy', is not just spicy but also offers a robust flavor of Yamahai Junmai sake, which is brewed using the traditional method known as 'Yamahai'. Because it is brewed using this technique, the flavor is more pronounced than regular sake, and the 'spicy' taste deeply penetrates the five organs. This sake can be enjoyed both chilled and warmed, making it perfect for sake lovers. Please enjoy the changes in flavor at various temperatures. Shiga Prefecture: Mitomiku Brewery / Sake Meter Value: -2

A sake loved as the regular sake of Kokuken! Made with 100% local sake rice 'Yume no Kaori'. It uses yeast developed in Fukushima Prefecture, the F7-01 yeast, making it a special junmai sake entirely sourced from the local area. It has a fresh, crisp, and mild mouthfeel. The umami gently spreads in the mouth, with a soft sweetness and a good finish, all balanced perfectly. Fukushima Prefecture: Kokuken Sake Brewery / Sake Meter Value: +2

This is precisely the strength of Miyoshikiku. The aroma is tropical fruit, the umami is juicy, and the acidity is sharp, giving an impression of being outstanding in every aspect. Tokushima Prefecture: Miyoshikiku Sake Brewery / Sake Meter Value: Not disclosed

At 'Kikuhime', this 'Nigori Sake' is pressed as the 'First New Sake' when sake brewing begins. Only 'Yamada Nishiki' rice from the special A district in Yokawa Town, Miki City, Hyogo Prefecture, where 'Yamada Nishiki' was born, is used, and it is brewed with 'Yamahai Moto', which symbolizes Kikuhime. Ishikawa Prefecture: Kikuhime Co., Ltd. / Sake Meter Value: Not disclosed

[Brown Sugar] Miyazaki Prefecture: Kirishima Distillery, a rich sweetness with a crisp finish.

[Yellow Koji] Niigata Prefecture: Hakkaijozou. Uses koji and yeast used in sake. Characterized by a calm and dignified aroma.

Plum Chuhai, Grapefruit Sour, Special Lemon Sour, Oolong Highball, Green Tea Highball, Jasmine Highball

You can choose from on the rocks, water, soda, straight, or hot water.

Jasmine Tea, Oolong Tea, Green Tea, Cola, Orange Juice