Kushisho Houzuki

In order to deepen our understanding of sake, the owner personally visits sake breweries across the country, learning from brewers, toji (master brewers), and kurabito (brewery workers) through various experiences and stories. We offer unique sake brands that are only available locally, purchased directly from the breweries, and we have a selection of 10 different types of sake available at all times. Please note that there may be hard-to-find items or limited editions, so we appreciate your understanding if we run out of stock. Please inquire about the brands. [The following is an example]

The ingredients include 100% Gohyakumangoku rice grown without pesticides or chemical fertilizers by the brewers in Hodatsushimizu, Ishikawa Prefecture. It is brewed using a wooden vat for the fermentation process, incorporating the brewery's own lactic acid bacteria, and fermented with Kanazawa yeast. The aroma features notes of pear and banana from the yeast, along with a creaminess from the lactic acid bacteria and a nutty flavor from the aging process. The mouthfeel is rich and full-bodied, with a delicious rice flavor and a sweetness characteristic of namazake, complemented by a gentle acidity unique to the kimoto method, leaving a pleasant aftertaste.

Ingredients: Yamada Nishiki rice, polishing ratio 35%, alcohol content 16% to less than 17%, sake meter value +2.1, acidity 1.4. The king of sake rice, 'Yamada Nishiki', produced in Tottori Prefecture, has been polished to 35% using our own rice. The koji is made using a wooden box called 'Morobuta', and the brewers take turns staying overnight to care for the koji, resulting in high-quality koji that produces a clean sake. The long-term low-temperature fermentation gives it a very soft mouthfeel, and the fragrant aroma that wafts through the nose is a very pleasant sake.

A high-quality Daiginjo made from Yamada Nishiki rice produced in Hyogo Prefecture, polished down to 40%. It has a robust and rich flavor unique to Yamada Nishiki, with a perfect balance of moderate aftertaste, making it a very high-level sake. The fragrant Koji yeast is known to be one of the more difficult yeasts to handle due to its tendency to produce a vibrant aroma.

This sake is made using rice cultivated by local farmers near the sake brewery. It allows you to experience the terroir of rice grown in the same water source and air. This sake, which is rich in umami, heals the tired body after a long day's work, fulfilling the desire of Mr. Naohiko Noguchi for delicious sake. It has a fragrance reminiscent of Eastern flowers, with a silky smooth texture and a milky richness.

Junmai Ginjo brewed with yeast extracted from the precious olives of 'Shodoshima'. The rice used is Ooseto from Kagawa Prefecture. It is carefully brewed at low temperatures, resulting in a refreshing floral green aroma and elegant fruitiness. It has a rich and smooth texture with a gentle sweetness, fresh and lively acidity, and a crisp, refreshing aftertaste.

Carefully brewed by master brewer Toshiyuki Ueno, this limited distribution sake from the home of ninjas, Koga, is 'Ninja'. It is neither too sweet nor too dry, bringing out the flavor and umami of the rice.

This is a seasonal project where the toji personally selects sake from the stored unshipped sake that he wants you to drink at this time of year, and it is shipped for a limited period. This time, we have selected the 2023BY 'Kuramazaka Yamahai Junmai Ginjo Sake'. It has a refined aroma that subtly suggests banana, European pear, and white peach, along with a good balance of umami and acidity, and you can also feel a youthful freshness in the initial aroma and aftertaste.

Kanagaso is named after the land where the Noguchi Naohiko Research Institute is located. The beautiful natural environment and the blessings of the earth are expressed and created by Naohiko Noguchi in this new product line, 'Kanagaso,' a sake that colors the ordinary days with healing from nature. It has a gentle, sweet aroma derived from rice. Like pure flowing water, the smooth texture is pleasant, followed by a moderate richness. After the umami derived from the ingredients of this land spreads throughout the mouth, a balanced aftertaste of the five flavors quietly fades away with a crisp finish.

This is a recommended product by the toji, brewed slowly at low temperatures for 30 days using Matsuyama Mitsui from Matsuyama Prefecture, polished to 55%. It has a delicate ginjo aroma, a light mouthfeel that enters smoothly, and a refreshing citrus acidity that is pleasant. Despite being a genuine junmai ginjo sake from Bijoubu, the price is surprising. Please be sure to try it at least once.

This is a special version that was bottled immediately after being heat-treated and cooled using a fresh-tasting pasteurization method, and then slowly aged in a special ice storage at minus 5 degrees Celsius. The long-term low-temperature fermentation has brought out a deeper and more powerful umami flavor of the rice.

Sake from the brewery Miyoshikiku in Tokushima Prefecture. This sake overturns the common belief that 'sake is too dry to drink...' It features a gentle aroma, the juiciness of unfiltered sake, a moderate sweetness, and a solid core of rice flavor. It is fresh, crisp, refreshing, and well-balanced. A must-try for cat and sake lovers!! Cat label.

A wonderful umami polished to 45% using 'Yamada Nishiki'. It is wrapped in a refreshing acidity, resulting in a superb flavor characteristic of 'Kuhai Ji'.

A special product made using 'Sake Mirai', a sake rice developed independently by Takagi Brewery in Yamagata Prefecture. Sake Mirai is brewed only in its raw form to enhance its flavor. It has a subtle sweetness and a complex taste unique to Sake Mirai.

The 'Galaxy Railway' selects large grains from pesticide-free rice grown under local contract farming, using only the center part. After low-temperature pre-fermentation, the good parts of the mash are collected by dripping through a bag, and then aged for a long time at low temperatures. This sake is developed with a rich aroma and a mellow flavor. *Available only in 180ml and 720ml bottles.

The 'Secret Drop Sake' is a legendary sake that has been slowly aged at temperatures below three degrees. It is made using pesticide-free rice harvested by local dedicated farmers, with the outer layer polished down to 45%, using only the pure white core. Everything is crafted by hand. It has a slight effervescence and a dry, refreshing taste that becomes even more invigorating when turned into a sorbet. *Only available in four-go bottles.

A premium beer that is carefully aged with selected ingredients, allowing 'adults' to enjoy their time slowly.

A premium beer that is carefully aged with selected ingredients, allowing 'adults' to enjoy their time slowly.

A crisp and refreshing taste, with a sharp finish, essentially a dry draft beer.

A beer-like experience with a 'dry throat feel' and 'creamy foam'.

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A refreshing sensation that hits you! Black Nikka Barrel Highball!

The fully ripe Nanko plums are harvested and immediately processed, extracting the essence over about six months. By blending a secret rich plum wine, it becomes an even higher quality aromatic plum wine. Adding honey creates a gentle flavor with a mild sweetness and acidity.

Selected fully ripe Nanko plums from Kishu, a famous plum region, are processed within 4 hours of harvest. By blending a rich plum wine with a base of brewing alcohol and sake, it has become a high-quality aromatic plum wine with a rich and mellow flavor.

This is a genuine plum paste sake made by quickly processing fully ripe Kishu Nanko plums that have naturally fallen from the tree, extracting their rich aroma and thick essence over a period of 4 to 5 hours, and adding the mashed plums. The deep, rich flavor of the fully ripe plums, combined with the texture and sweetness of the plum fruit, perfectly balances with the lingering acidity of the plums.

This is a Japanese liqueur made by blending the juice of green mandarins from Wakayama Prefecture with sake. It has a refreshing acidity and a strong citrus aroma, allowing you to experience the rich flavors of nature. With a moderate sweetness and just the right bitterness, it is recommended to enjoy it on the rocks or mixed with soda.

This has a richer juice content than yuzu, and unlike sudachi and kabosu, it has a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. The flavors of sourness, sweetness, and bitterness come together as one. This is truly a refined adult liqueur. It is lightly sweet and refreshing; we recommend enjoying it on the rocks or mixed with soda.

Adult's chilled sweet drink. Made with sake brewed in a brewery, mixed with domestically produced (Kochi Prefecture, Wakayama Prefecture) fresh ginger, carefully squeezed by hand. Recommended with soda or hot water. Enjoy the spicy kick of ginger amidst the sweetness of pure rice sake.

・Refreshing type・Alcohol content 15% A mysterious umeshu secretly made by a sake brewery wrapped in newspaper! This umeshu is based on sake and is very refreshing and light. Served on the rocks is recommended♪

As the name suggests, it is rich because it is mixed with plenty of paste-like plum flesh. Please enjoy this exquisite and rich plum sake, which is full of fiber and extracts.

We created this plum wine using fully ripe Nanko plums from Wakayama, harvested and immediately poured in without hesitation, regardless of cost. Enjoy the sour and full-bodied flavor of Suiume Sake.

Famous plum wine from Takayuu in Tottori Prefecture! Made with fully ripe red-sashed plums from Kotoura Town, brewed with junmai sake and beet sugar! The smoothness and refreshing acidity create a harmonious flavor.

This is umeshu carefully aged in barrels at the Yamazaki Distillery, the birthplace of Japanese whiskey. By aging it in old barrels that have absorbed whiskey, it brings out a pleasant barrel aroma and a vibrant, deep flavor unique to roasted barrels. This is a genuine umeshu that only Suntory can offer. To fully enjoy its rich flavor and the soft, lingering finish, it is recommended to drink it on the rocks. For those who prefer a lighter drink, it can be enjoyed with water or soda.

A fruity fruit liquor made with edible Hozuki 'Golden Berry', packed with flesh. It is a liqueur that spreads the unique sweetness and aroma of Hozuki.

A refreshing type with an alcohol content of 7%. This yuzu sake is made with a generous amount of natural juice, using the delicious parts of about 25 yuzu fruits in each bottle (1800ml). It is recommended to enjoy it on the rocks, with water, hot water, or mixed with soda.

Distilled using traditional black koji moromi through vacuum distillation. It features a refreshing aroma and a crisp taste.

Using black koji with traditional atmospheric distillation. This flavor is truly worthy of being called traditional barley shochu.

Authentic barley shochu from Yotsuya Brewery, with an alcohol content of 25%. This limited edition shochu maximizes the natural aroma and flavor of barley from Oita Prefecture, boasting a rich and toasty taste.

・Mellow and rich due to long-term aging ・[Nikaido Sake Brewery] ・Alcohol content 25% ・This is a top-quality product that has been stored relatively long in Oita Prefecture and carefully aged, with a particular emphasis on aroma.

Rich aroma and flavor, Genshu barley shochu from Yotsuya Brewery, 42% alcohol content, undiluted, preserving the original state of the brewery, concentrated sweetness and toastiness of barley.

・Kanpachi series, the pinnacle of the illusion・[Yotsuya Sake Brewery]・Alcohol content 34% Kanpachi sake aged long-term in wooden barrels, offering a superb aroma and a taste unique to wooden barrels.

A legendary barley shochu known to all. Produced by Kuroki Honten. Alcohol content 40%. To enjoy the sweetness from aging in Miyazaki and the complex aroma from the barrel, it is recommended to drink it on the rocks or with water.

Using high-quality domestic rice 'Hinohikari' as the main ingredient, we carefully selected organically grown 'Kogane Senkan' sweet potatoes, which are ideal for shochu production and cultivated at an altitude of 500 meters in the Makinohara plateau, and brewed it using handmade pot fermentation.

Made from carefully selected sweet potatoes and brewed with white koji. It is finished as a smooth and easy-to-drink sweet potato shochu.

A sweet potato shochu with a history of 100 years. From Kai Shoten. Alcohol content 25%. Made with carefully selected fresh Kogane Sengan from Kagoshima. A refreshing shochu with sweetness and richness, using black koji since its establishment.

Enjoy the rich flavor of 'Sato Black' from Sato Brewery. Alcohol content 25%. Unique strength and fragrant aroma from black koji made in Kagoshima Prefecture. It provides a substantial drinking experience.

・The well-known 3M bottle・[Shiratama Sake Brewery]・Alcohol content 25%・Kagoshima Prefecture. The flavor is mild. The rich sweetness, a testament to its aging, is the hallmark of a prestigious sake.

A well-known 3M bottle from Murao Sake Brewery. Alcohol content 25%. Characterized by a rich aroma and smooth taste from Kagoshima. Easy to drink with citrus notes that spread in the mouth.

A well-known bottle from 3M. Produced by Moriizo Sake Brewery. Alcohol content 25%. A smooth and flavorful taste from Kagoshima, with a refined aroma, traditionally brewed in a clay pot.

Made solely from malt. In pursuit of the highest level of drinkability achievable without using grain, the blender has refined various malts that Nikka Whisky takes pride in and restructured the blend. It has a smooth and glossy mouthfeel, with a vibrant and fruity aroma. The rich sweetness and depth of the malt linger softly.

Hakushu Single Malt Whiskey is made exclusively from malt spirits aged at the Hakushu Distillery. It features a refreshing taste and aroma reminiscent of young leaves in the forest, as well as a light and crisp mouthfeel. The carefully crafted spirits used in its production have a high level of perfection, allowing for a subtle smokiness that can be felt in the aftertaste, making it a whiskey of exceptional quality.

Yamazaki Single Malt Whisky is made exclusively from malt whisky produced at the Yamazaki Distillery. Brewed with the famous water from the land of Yamazaki, it undergoes multiple seasons and is slowly matured in wooden barrels. The skill of the blender creates a refined balance of flavors and aromas. It has won numerous awards at international liquor competitions and is loved by people around the world.

A jewel of a masterpiece where the pure charm of grapes blossoms at its peak, made primarily from carefully selected Cabernet Sauvignon. 'Ai' represents a mystical color that embodies unwavering will and overflowing passion towards the supreme. It is truly a fitting word to describe this masterpiece. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc Full Bottle

A premium Bordeaux blend made primarily from top-quality Merlot that represents nobility and elegance. It has a complex and delicate aroma, with a silky smoothness that allows you to enjoy an elegant finish. Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot. Full Bottle

A delicate red wine 'Kenzo Estate' that combines depth and suppleness, and is the flagship wine. The pure aroma of black fruits from high-quality grapes spreads, and the fine and meticulous tannins gently envelop the mouth. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc Full Bottle

A rich red wine that showcases the quality of fruit aromas, created from an exceptional Cabernet Franc. Literally, it spreads its floral fragrance and offers a smooth and gentle texture, making it an outstanding masterpiece. Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot Full Bottle

A miraculous wine from 2017 VT that combines depth and tranquility, released exclusively in Japan. A special wine aged in old French oak barrels, with the usual aging period extended from 18 months to 26 months, resulting in a deeper and more mature flavor. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot Full Bottle

The only white wine from Kenzo Estate that combines refreshing and rich flavors, this Sauvignon Blanc was the first crafted by Heidi Barrett. It radiates a lively freshness, possessing both vibrancy and richness within its clarity. Sauvignon Blanc Semillon Full Bottle

A rare rosé wine that is visually beautiful and full of refreshing sensations, accompanied by cherry and raspberry, with hints of citrus aroma, offering a crisp and transparent dry taste. Malbec Merlot Cabernet Franc Full Bottle

A delicate bubble envelops and spreads the fragrant aroma of fine fruits, with smooth bubbles and high-quality scents of fruits like lychee and peach, complemented by the aromas of honey and baked pear, gently wafting from the glass. Please enjoy its rich and profound flavor. Sauvignon Blanc Semillon Full Bottle

Chile / Medium body grape variety Cabernet Sauvignon 100% with rich flavors of cherry and black currant. Soft and smooth mouthfeel, well-balanced wine. Half bottle

Chile / Dry grape variety 100% Chardonnay with a tropical and pleasant flavor, a crisp dry wine. Half bottle

Chile / Dry grape variety Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Refreshing citrus aroma from Chardonnay, with a crisp acidity that is appealing. Half bottle.

France / Dry grape variety 100% Chardonnay Champagne made using the same traditional method (secondary fermentation in the bottle). Delicate bubbles with refreshing aromas of white flowers and citrus, offering a crisp and dry taste. Full bottle.

France / Dry grape varieties Grenache, Carignan. Veuve Clicquot, a luxury brand of Champagne that captivates people, has a well-balanced taste with a pleasant freshness and striking fruitiness. Full bottle.

France / Dry grape variety 100% Chardonnay, a meticulously crafted wine made using natural winemaking methods. Highly rated in French magazines, this Champagne offers a smooth mouthfeel, concentrated flavor, and exceptional depth and complexity. Full bottle.

France / Medium Body

France / Medium body grape variety Pinot Noir with bright ruby color and purple highlights. Sweet aromas of black cherry, blackberry, and strawberry. Well-balanced with tannins, this Pinot Noir has an approachable taste and is suitable for food pairing.

American / Medium-bodied grape variety Cabernet Sauvignon 93% Other 'Chateau Smith Cabernet Sauvignon' and others have a very robust and full-bodied flavor. Fermentation: Whole grain fermentation with natural yeast. 25 days of skin maceration. Aged for 10 months in French oak (40% new barrels).

France / Full-bodied grape variety 100% Merlot with a scent reminiscent of cassis, along with hints of mint and licorice. A deep flavor with a well-balanced profile. This is the second label of Puhiyu, which gained popularity after appearing in the Weekly Morning magazine's 'God's Drop.' Full bottle.

Italy / Full-bodied grape variety 50% Primitivo and 50% Negroamaro, deep red-purple color, fruit flavors reminiscent of blackberry and prune, with accents of spice, vanilla, and licorice. Smooth with a long finish. A special wine created to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the winery. Full bottle.

Chile / Full-bodied grape variety Carmenere 100% from the Andes mountains, this wine features a natural sweetness with strong yet soft tannins brought about by a stable climate. Aged for 12 months in new French oak barrels. Expresses the personality of Carmenere through the land. Full bottle.

Australia / Medium body grape variety Shiraz 100% with a world-class award history. Bright purple color with aromas of black cherry and raspberry, a hint of spiciness, fresh acidity, and a modern, well-balanced wine. Full bottle.

Spain / Full-bodied grape variety Tempranillo 90% and Graciano 10%. Multiple gold medal winner, smooth texture with a long finish, and a very well-balanced mellow flavor. The wine, always made with a focus on quality, is a long-aging type with perfect balance. Highly rated. Full bottle.

France / Full-bodied grape variety 100% Merlot Bordeaux premium Pomerol full-bodied dry red wine highly regarded by wine enthusiasts, the pinnacle of Pomerol. This wine features a balance of structured tannins and elegance. Full bottle.

France / Full-bodied grape variety Pinot Noir from the prestigious Gros family of Burgundy. This wine is crafted by Michel Gros, the eldest son who inherits the legacy of the great father Jean. Average vine age is 40 years. Grapes are selected immediately in the vineyard and transported to the winery in 30kg plastic cases. Annual production is 6,000 bottles. Full bottle.

Spain / Dry grape variety 100% Chardonnay with transparency and a shimmering light green color. It has fresh fruit flavors of peach and apple, along with floral aromas. The rich acidity and minerality of the Albariño variety wash away the sweetness, providing a refreshing aftertaste. Full bottle.

France / Dry grape variety Sauvignon Blanc 100% with strictly managed yield restrictions, showcasing the gentleness and delicacy typical of female producers. The characteristics of Sauvignon Blanc from cold regions are clearly felt, making it elegant and pleasant to drink. Full bottle.

Chile / Dry grape variety 100% Chardonnay with a fresh and fruity aroma, rich fruit flavor accompanied by elegant acidity and minerality, offering a full-bodied taste with a long, pleasant aftertaste. Full bottle.

France / Dry grape variety Sauvignon Blanc 60% Semillon 40%

American / Dry grape variety 100% Chardonnay with rich flavors of vanilla beans and almond skins, reminiscent of crème brûlée. On the palate, a strong oak presence is felt, wonderfully full-bodied. A white wine with a satisfying drinking experience. Full bottle.

France / Dry grape variety Chardonnay 100% with a pleasant sweetness and citrus fruit notes. The acidity has a rounded maturity. A balance of fruit, acidity, and minerals. The flavor opens up with sufficient exposure to air, revealing pure minerals and a long vertical finish.

New Zealand / Dry grape variety Sauvignon Blanc 100% produced by Japanese producer Shigekazu Kimura, combining the distinctive elegance and strength of Sauvignon Blanc, with a strong presence of fresh ripe fruit aromas. Full bottle.

France / Dry grape variety Chardonnay 100%. Highly rated by many wine critics as one of the top producers of white wine in Burgundy, Pouilly-Fuissé is a top domain. A wonderful white wine full of fruit flavor. Full bottle.

France / Dry grape variety 100% Chardonnay, it has received the highest star rating among the few Grand Cru Chablis. It is a wine with a delicate taste and a natural flavor that is not strongly oaky. Full bottle.

France / Dry grape variety 100% Chardonnay from the prestigious Puligny-Montrachet Jacques Carillon. A linear aroma with refreshing notes of lime leaf and herbs layered with mineral scents. It starts with a firm attack and gradually evolves into a fuller flavor. Full bottle

Tororin♪ with a rich texture. It has a soothing aroma reminiscent of peaches and apricots. The large 'Nanko Ume' plums are harvested after waiting for them to ripen until they show a hint of yellow and red. This is a special non-alcoholic plum wine that brings out their sweet and sour, super juicy charm. (On the rocks, with water, or hot water) or with soda... 600 yen

Rich yuzu jam used, enjoy the jam while... (HOT & COLD) - Soda version... 500 yen

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(HOT only) *Hojicha with tea leaves and stems. This is the warm tea we provide. (Service after meal)

Lemon, pickled plum, and soda mixes are all an additional 100 yen. *We do not serve alcohol to customers arriving by vehicle or light vehicle. *We do not serve alcohol to underage customers. *All images are for illustration purposes only.