Sakanaya Heki

Alcohol is merely a 'recreational pleasure' that entertains the drinker, 'a lubricant for communication,' and 'a supporting role in meals.' However, there are indeed brewers who dedicate their lives, pride, and souls to create sake for such 'human enjoyment.' I sincerely hope that at the center of a table surrounded by the smiles of drinkers, there is 'sake that can be proudly presented to the world' brewed by these artisans.

Brewery: Takagaki Sake Brewery (Arita District, Wakayama Prefecture) Specification: Junmai Raw Material Rice: Gohyakumangoku Polishing Ratio: 60% Alcohol: 18 degrees Sake Meter Value: Not disclosed Acidity: Not disclosed Aroma reminiscent of grains and nuts. Soft and rounded mouthfeel with the deep umami of rice spreading in waves in the mouth, finishing cleanly. A phantom sake that remains in memory once tasted.

Brewery: Kimura Sake Brewery (Yuzawa City, Akita Prefecture) Standard: Junmai Ginjo Raw Rice: Ichihotsuki Polishing Ratio: 55% Alcohol: 16.5% Sake Meter Value: +1.5 Acidity: 1.4 A vibrant aroma reminiscent of youthful muscat and melon, with a light and refreshing mouthfeel. A fresh and juicy type of sake. It has a good finish, making it easy to drink.

Aizu Sake Brewery (Minamiaizu Town, Minamiaizu District, Fukushima Prefecture) Standard: Not disclosed Rice used: Yume no Kaori Polishing ratio: 60% Alcohol level: 15 degrees Sake meter value: Not disclosed Acidity: Not disclosed This August, on Mountain Day, the brand was restructured. The new standard sake, 'Kiyoka', has a pear-like aroma with a well-balanced blend of sweetness, acidity, umami, and bitterness, resulting in a transparent taste. It is truly an essential bottle.

Brewery: Shimizu Seisaburo Shoten (Suzuka City, Mie Prefecture) Standard: Junmai Raw Material Rice: Domestic Rice Polishing Ratio: 60% Alcohol Level: 15 degrees Sake Meter Value: Not disclosed Acidity: Not disclosed A sweet and refreshing lychee-like aroma with a well-balanced flavor. The umami of the rice is also clearly felt, while the aftertaste is crisp and has a good sharpness.

Brewery: Takachiyo Sake Brewery (Minamiuonuma City, Niigata Prefecture) Specification: Junmai Raw Rice: Miyama Nishiki Polishing Ratio: 65% Alcohol: 16 degrees Sake Meter Value: +19 Acidity: 1.5 A must-try for those who enjoy dry sake! The Sake Meter Value of +19, indicating its dryness, is quite rare even among sake nationwide. Despite being extremely dry, it allows you to fully appreciate the umami of the rice, making it a great pairing for meals.

Brewery: Horie Sakaba (Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi Prefecture) Specification: Junmai Ginjo Raw Rice: Domestic Rice Polishing Ratio: 55% Alcohol: 15 degrees Sake Meter Value: Not disclosed Acidity: Not disclosed A fresh and vibrant sake with a floral aroma reminiscent of apples and pineapples, a clean mouthfeel, and an exceptional finish, making it a very popular sake! It is also known as Golden Chunchun.

Brewery: Hamajima Sake Brewery (Bungo City, Oita Prefecture) Specification: Special Junmai Rice: Yamada Nishiki, Hinohikari Polishing Ratio: 55% AL: 16 degrees Sake Meter Value: Not disclosed Acidity: Not disclosed This sake is made from carefully selected, lively moromi that is active during the fermentation stage and is finished as a dry sake. It features a sharp finish while having a moderate umami.

Brewery: Watarai Main Store (Tsuruoka City, Yamagata Prefecture) Specification: Junmai Raw Rice: Dewano Sato Haenuki Polishing Ratio: 65% Alcohol: 15 degrees Sake Meter Value: +10 Acidity: 1.2 A refreshing aroma like young leaves, a refreshing mouthfeel, youthful, dry, and also has a fresh sensation. It is a wonderful dry fresh sake with great sharpness.

Brewery: Juhachiseki Sake Brewery (Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture) Standard: Junmai Ginjo Raw Rice: Miyako Polishing Ratio: 58% Alcohol: 15 degrees Sake Meter Value: +2 Acidity: 2.0 This sake uses the rice 'Miyako', which was discovered in the Edo period and is now very rare. It has a fragrance reminiscent of apples and young melons, with a transparent sweetness and umami that spreads in the mouth, finishing cleanly.

Brewery: Onuma Sake Brewery (Miyagi Prefecture, Shibata District) Specification: Special Junmai Rice: Sasanishiki Polishing: 55% Alcohol: 15 degrees Sake Meter Value: +3 Acidity: 1.6 A special junmai sake that can be enjoyed with a light drinking experience, allowing you to savor the elegant flavor of the rice. While a fragrant sake is nice, how about a drink that pairs well with meals and makes you want to keep pouring?

Various types

Please request 90ml warm sake in units of 1 go for various types.

Please order at least 2 cups per person for every hour of use. Our establishment does not provide complimentary items (such as tea). During busy times, we kindly ask for a 2-hour limit.