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Description
Kujira Ichibigenshu (一番原酒) is the undiluted first-run sake from Chiyoshuzou's estate, made with Yamada Nishiki from the brewery's own fields polished to 60%. Founded in 1873 in Gose City near the base of Mount Katsuragi, this Nara brewery under winemaker-turned-toji Tetsuya Sakai brings a vinous focus to pure rice sake craft.
Specifications
CategoryJunmai
RegionNara · Nara Junmai →
BreweryChiyoshuzou Kabushikigaisha
BrandKujira
RiceYamada Nishiki
Polish Ratio60%
Flavor Profile
Subtle
Aromatic
Light
Full
Estimated from the category and polishing ratio, not a measurement of this bottle.
Sake TypeWhat is Junmai?
Pure rice sake with rich umami depth — the everyday staple of Japan.
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Est.1935
BrandShinomine
Address621 Kushira Gosho Nara
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