Description
Junmai Koikawa SE is a pure-rice sake from Koikawa Shuzo in Yamagata's Shonai plain, a region renowned for rice cultivation and sake brewing. The SE designation may reference a specific edition or export-oriented formulation within the Koikawa range. As a straightforward Junmai, it focuses on rice umami and balance without the added complexity of ginjo polishing levels.
Specifications
CategoryJunmai
RegionYamagata
BreweryKoikawashuzo Co., Ltd.
BrandKoikawa
RiceRice from Yamagata
Polish Ratio70%
Flavor Profile
Sweet
Dry
Light
Full
Crisp
Rich
Low Acid
High Acid
Smooth
Complex
Sake TypeWhat is Junmai?
Pure rice sake with rich umami depth — the everyday staple of Japan.
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Koikawashuzo Co., Ltd.
Yamagata
In Shonai -cho, Yamagata Prefecture, the birthplace of the three major varieties of Japan, Kame no Tao, has been cultivated and drunk since 1983.
Est.1725
BrandKoikawa
Address42 Kono Shonai Higashidagawa Yamagata
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