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Description
Polished to 60%, this honjozo from Yamaji Shuzo in Shiga Prefecture carries the Hokkokukaido label, named after the historic old road that once connected the Japan Sea coast to the capital. Shiga's abundant lake water from Lake Biwa supports the clean, mild style.
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Sweet
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Light
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Crisp
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Low Acid
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Smooth
Complex
Sake TypeWhat is Honjozo?
Versatile and food-friendly with a smooth, light character.
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Yamaji Shuzo Co.,Ltd
Shiga
It is a gem that you can feel the enthusiasm of Mr. Mori, who has been making sake along the Northern Kaido, for nearly 480 years, and has been prepared in pure water and cold land.
Est.1532
BrandHokkokukaidou
Address990 Kinomoto Kinomotocho Nagahama Shiga
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5
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★★★★☆
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Yakitori (Tare)
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7
Grilled Eel
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★★★★☆
Traditional balance ideal for Japanese cuisine
8
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