Nihonshu｜KYOUNO

[ ※ WAGAUJI HOSAKI／Junmai Daiginjo ]

・Citrusy notes reminiscent of white wine.

・Well paired with light dishes.

・Best enjoyed chilled in a wine glass.

A playful sake that embraces contradictions and leaves the drinker to decide. Rich in rice flavour yet light enough to be enjoyed continuously. The acidity, serving as its backbone, evokes the character of white wine. The continuous work of a young brewer striving for excellence, despite the effort, surely captivates the drinker.

Sake Brewery：Yamagata／Oujiman

ABV：15%

Polishing ratio：50%

Recommended drinking method: slightly chilled

Recommended drinking vessels: any

[ MUKYU-TENON ENGI／Junmai Ginjo, Kimoto Yamahai Mizumoto ]

・Crafted with the concept of sacred sake.

・Calm and gentle, pairing well with any dish.

・Also recommended served warm.

Calming and embracing sake that eases your mind. Its gentle acidity supports the overall flavour, smoothly entering the mouth. The aftertaste is long-lasting and has a depth that lingers. It has a soft lactic acid and a pure rice aroma. It fits in any situation and will bring people together.

Sake Brewery：Shimane／Itakura Shuzou Sake Brewry

ABV：15%

Polishing ratio：60%

Recommended drinking method: room temperature／nuru-kan 40°C

Recommended drinking vessels: any

[ MUKYU-TENON KURAGE／Junmai Ginjo, Soyashi Mizumoto ]

・Crafted with the concept of sacred sake.

・Calm and gentle, pairing well with any dish.

・Also recommended served warm.

A sake that evokes a pleasant sway like that of a jellyfish.  While offering a slight swell, it exudes a refreshing aroma. Amidst its pure and clear taste, the essence of rice emerges. This is a sake to be savoured slowly, allowing one to appreciate the subtle changes in flavour over time.

Sake Brewery：Shimane／Itakura Shuzou Sake Brewry

ABV：14%

Polishing ratio：60%

Recommended drinking method: any (also recommended atsu-kan 50°C)

Recommended drinking vessels: any

[ KOGANESAWA／Yamahai Junmai Genshu, aged for 2 years ]

・Smooth taste of matured rice.

・Well paired with sashimi.

・Warm sake is also recommended.

Gentle sake that will loosen the  drinkers' heart. Together with a matured fragrance that reminds you of soy sauce and honey, you can feel the aroma of yogurt and cooked rice as well. The slight acid and softness from matureness is impressive. Brewed in Miyagi surrounded by fishing ports, it goes very well with fresh seafood.

Sake Brewery：Miyagi／Kawakei Shoten

ABV：16%

Polishing ratio：60%

Recommended drinking method: nuru-kan 40°C

Recommended drinking vessels: small glass

[ TSUCHIDA HATSUSHIBORI-ichi 2022／Junmai, Kimoto ]

・Full-bodied umami and sweetness with a hint of cheese aroma

・Well paired with rich, flavourful dishes

・Enjoy chilled or at room temperature

First Sake made from the freshly harvested rice of the year. The aroma consists of freshly cooked brown rice, yogurt and butter. Pleasant acidity rounds the overall taste with full-body flavour of umami and sweetness. Enjoy your seasonal meal together with this sake.

Sake Brewery：Gunma／Tsuchida Sake Brewery

ABV：14%

Polishing ratio：60%

Recommended drinking method: slightly chilled

Recommended drinking vessels: small glass

[ TSUCHIDA KIMOTO／Junmai Ginjo ]

・Completely additive-free.

・Aroma reminiscent of yogurt and cooked rice.

・Also recommended served warm.

Delightful sake that harnesses the power of nature. It has a fragrance reminiscent of yogurt and cooked rice, stimulating the appetite. It has a high level of completion with a well-balanced, circular flavour that does not overwhelm the palate, while still retaining its individuality. It pairs well with meals or can be enjoyed slowly after a meal to savour the aftertaste.

Sake Brewery：Gunma／Tsuchida Sake Brewery

ABV：14%

Polishing ratio：60%

Recommended drinking method: nuru-kan 40°C

Recommended drinking vessels: small glass

[ NANBU-BIJIN／Junmai Ginjo ]

・Elegant and floral, like an apple.

・Well paired with sashimi.

・Best enjoyed in a wine glass.

Well-balanced sake with flowery and soft taste. The velvety of the rice balances the aroma like compoted apple. It has a smooth taste reminiscent of whipped cream. As a perfect way to end the day, take it out of the fridge and slowly let it come back to room temperature before enjoying.

Sake Brewery：Iwate／NANBU BIJIN
ABV：15%

Polishing ratio：Koji 50％, For Mash 55％
Recommended drinking method: room temperature／slightly chilled
Recommended drinking vessels: any

[ SHIN-TSUCHIDA Princess-Sally／Kimoto ]

・Made from Thai rice with surprising flavours.

・Concentrated umami, sweetness, and acidity.

・Well paired with spicy dishes.

Japanese traditional sake made from Thai rice demonstrates the curiosity of the maker. It has a unique fragrance that blends the aromas of rice, yogurt, and lemongrass. It has a strong umami and sweetness, creating a mouthwatering taste sensation. This is a drink that pairs well with spicy and flavorful cuisine, complementing its individuality.

Sake Brewery：Gunma／Tsuchida Sake Brewery

ABV：15%

Polishing ratio：87％

Recommended drinking method: room temperature〜nuru-kan 40°C

Recommended drinking vessels: sake cup (guinomi)

[ SHIN-TSUCHIDA／Junmai, Kimoto ]

・Made from rice with almost no polishing.

・Aroma of aged cheese and spiciness.

・Well paired with richly flavoured dishes.

A sake with a wild yet refined character. The surprising aroma blends aged cheese with spiciness. Packed with richness and acidity, it is well paired with hearty dishes. Symbolising the ever-evolving Tsuchida Sake Brewery, Shin Tsuchida sake is sure to turn your concept of sake upside down.

Sake Brewery：Gunma／Tsuchida Sake Brewery

ABV：16%

Polishing ratio：90％

Recommended drinking method: room temperature

Recommended drinking vessels: sake cup (guinomi)

[ TATSURIKI／Junmai Daiginjo, aged for 5 years ]

・Limited edition for "kyouno".

・Well paired with hard cheese and nuts.

・Recommended served warm.

Born from a strong belief in the power of the terroir and rice, this sake allows you to indulge in the taste of the "earth". Soft like cashmere but also light. Carries the aroma of Wagashi(Japanese traditional sweets).The balance is created with grand cru Yamada-Nishiki rice as seed mash and Shinriki rice as main mash. Ageing at low-temperature harmonises it all together to an enjoyable drink to the last sip.

Sake Brewery：Hyogo／Honda Shoten

ABV：17%

Polishing ratio：50％

Recommended drinking method: slightly chilled

Recommended drinking vessels: sake cup (guinomi)

[ TATSURIKI／Tokubetsu Junmai, Kimoto ]

・Aroma reminiscent of cheese crackers.

・Well paired with dashi-based cuisine.

・Recommended served warm.

Born from a strong belief in the power of the terroir and rice, this sake allows you to indulge in the taste of the "earth". It has a surprising aroma reminiscent of cheese crackers. The acidity supports the soft mouthfeel, creating a well-balanced flavour. The strength of its flavour comes from the rice, which has been carefully selected. It pairs well with dashi-based dishes like oden, enhancing the flavour of both the dish and the drink. It's best enjoyed warm, so please try it that way.

Sake Brewery：Hyogo／Honda Shoten
ABV：16%

Polishing ratio：65％
Recommended drinking method: room temperature／atsu-kan 50°C
Recommended drinking vessels: sake cup (guinomi)

[ MATSUNOKOTOBUKI／Junmai Ginjo, Omachi ]

Smooth sake outlines the softness of the water. The solid aroma of melon squeeze rounds the density of the rice and all of these components are well delivered. A glass of this sake will gently wash away the heaviness of fish and meat, and bring out the flavours of the food.

Sake Brewery：Tochigi／Matsui Breweries

ABV：16%

Polishing ratio：55％

Recommended drinking method: any

Recommended drinking vessels: any

[ ENASAN／Junmai Ginjo, Hidahomare ]

・Fruity sweetness and rich melon fruitiness.

・Well paired with fresh cheese and fruits.

・Enjoy chilled in a wine glass.

Friendly sake that lights up the gathering with a fruity aroma.It has a vibrant acidic and bitter taste of young melon amidst the sweetness of authentic rice. The fragrance lingers as an aftertaste while the drink smoothly disappears from the tongue, making it an addictive and easy-to-drink beverage. Enjoy it chilled in a wine glass.

Sake Brewery：Gifu／Hazama Sake Brewery

ABV：15%

Polishing ratio：Koji 40％, For Mash 50％

Recommended drinking method: chilled

Recommended drinking vessels: wine glass

[ MIKAMOYAMA／Junmai Ginjo ]

・Refreshness reminiscent of white wine.

・Well paired with light Western dishes.

・Also recommended with tonic water.

A drink like morning dew gently embracing the fresh leaves. Its aroma is filled with the scent of ripe mangoes that follow the yogurt and citrusy notes. The balanced taste of sourness and sweetness gives a transparent impression that complements its aroma and makes it pleasant to drink. The aftertaste is clean but the flavour lingers, making you crave for dishes to pair it with. This gentle drink accompanies you in your daily life and provides comfort.

Sake Brewery：Tochigi／Sagara Brewery

ABV：16%

Polishing ratio：55％

Recommended drinking method: chilled

Recommended drinking vessels: any

[ IWANOI HIZOUKOSHU 20nen／Aged for 20 years ]

・Overwhelming matured aroma.

・Perfect pairing with chocolate and blue cheese.

・Best enjoyed in a wine glass, a truly special drink.

A drink which 20 years of time expands in your mouth. When you tilt the glass, the smooth liquid glows with a golden hue, leaving a slow trail behind. It has an overwhelming sense of ageing, with flavours and aromas of nuts, caramel, and kombu seaweed overlapping each other. While it has depth, it is not astringent but rather very soft. It is a drink that you should savour and appreciate while unravelling its rich information in your mouth.

Sake Brewery：Chiba／Iwase Sake Brewery
ABV：15%

Polishing ratio：n/a
Recommended drinking method: room temperature／hitohada-kan 35°C
Recommended drinking vessels: small glass