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Takanome Hiire Junmai Daiginjo
Japanese Sake
A vivid pineapple-like aroma leads, joined by quince, golden raspberry and a gentle herbal lift. The palate is polished and concentrated, balancing ripe tropical fruit with clean structure and a smooth, finely drawn texture. A light savoury undertone keeps the fruit precise, while the finish stays fragrant and refreshing. Serve well chilled in a wine glass with scallop sashimi, crab, grilled prawns, mild curry or a softly seasoned poultry dish.
Shinshu Meijo Takizawa Junmai Daiginjo 1.8 L
Japanese Sake
Fragrant and composed, with ripe orchard fruit, red berries and a quiet cereal note leading the aroma. The palate is smooth and rounded, showing generous rice flavour and a restrained sweetness that is kept lively by modern, fine-grained acidity. Despite its depth, the texture remains light on its feet and the finish turns clean and refreshing. Serve lightly chilled in a wine glass, alongside sashimi, grilled white fish, roast poultry or delicately seasoned mushrooms.
Yoshi No Gawa Kome Dry Sake 180 mL Can
Japanese Sake
A clean, restrained aroma opens with steamed rice, light orchard fruit and a faint floral note. The palate is smooth and well balanced, showing mild sweetness before a distinctly dry line takes over. Gentle umami brings quiet depth without weighing down the crisp texture. The finish is tidy, refreshing and lightly savoury. Serve chilled or gently warmed with sushi, grilled fish, tempura, rice dishes or simple izakaya fare.
Satsuma Shuzo Kannoko Barrel-Aged Mugi Shochu
Japanese Other Spirits
Fragrant barley leads a rich but restrained aroma, joined by honey, vanilla and gentle toasted oak. The palate is mellow and rounded, with a subtle whisky-like warmth from barrel maturation and a clean grain core beneath. Amber-toned depth builds through the middle without becoming heavy, while quiet spice keeps the texture precise. The finish is smooth, lingering and softly sweet. Serve neat, over ice, or with a small measure of cool water.
Niwa no Uguisu Tomari Umeshu 720 mL
Japanese Liqueur
Fragrant ripe plum leads a concentrated, fruit-driven aroma, with a quiet savoury undertone from the sake-lees shochu base. The palate is rich but notably dry for the style, balancing deep plum extract with clean acidity and a gentle almond-like grip. A smooth texture carries into a persistent, lightly tangy finish. Serve chilled, over ice, or with soda alongside salty or grilled dishes.
Nichi Nichi Yamadanishiki Sake
Japanese Sake
A gentle natural spritz lifts fresh aromas of peach, pear and lychee, with a subtle yogurt note bringing savoury complexity. The palate is fruit-forward yet balanced, carrying elegant rice umami through a satiny, finely textured frame. Bright freshness keeps the profile light and precise. The finish is smooth, composed and impressively long. Serve lightly chilled with sashimi, steamed shellfish, or mild fresh cheese.
Nichi Nichi Tamasakae Sake
Japanese Sake
A gentle natural spritz opens into green apple and fresh pear, with a delicate rice-flour note adding quiet savoury depth. The palate is elegant and composed, showing good mid-palate weight without heaviness. Soft acidity carries the orchard fruit toward a clean, drying finish. The overall profile is restrained, precise and easy to pair. Serve lightly chilled with tempura, white fish, or steamed dumplings.
Nichi Nichi Our Rice Field Sake
Japanese Sake
A fine natural spritz lifts aromas of white grape, melon and apple, with a quiet fresh-herb note adding detail. The palate is refined and balanced, bringing gentle rice umami through bright, measured acidity. The texture remains composed and light despite good depth. A clean, soft finish carries with impressive length. Serve lightly chilled with sea bream, fresh chèvre, or simply seasoned poultry.
Nichi Nichi Akitsu Yamadanishiki Sake
Japanese Sake
A slight natural spritz introduces restrained aromas of melon and crisp apple. The palate is elegant and rounded, balancing gentle sweetness with lively acidity and a clear, dry line. Good depth builds through the middle without adding weight, allowing the fruit and rice character to remain precise. The finish is clean, drying and sustained. Serve lightly chilled with sashimi, grilled fish, or delicate vegetable dishes.
Sawaya Matsumoto Shuhari Ultra Junmai Daiginjo Sake
Japanese Sake
Rich and concentrated on the palate, with clear savoury umami framed by fresh, bright acidity. The texture is polished and generous without feeling heavy, allowing the rice character to remain precise and composed. A clean, crisp finish restores freshness and keeps the profile highly versatile at the table. Serve lightly chilled with grilled fish, roasted poultry, or simply prepared meat dishes.
Doi Shuzo Lucky Cat Pink Limited Edition Sake
Japanese Sake
Wildflowers and green banana lead a delicate, lifted aroma, with soft cereal and macadamia adding quiet depth. The palate is light-bodied and medium-dry, carrying gentle fruit through a clean, supple texture. Bright, juicy acidity gives the sake freshness without sharpness, while the finish is tidy, nutty and softly floral. Serve chilled with sashimi, fresh cheese or lightly grilled vegetables.
Kirishima Melt Barley Spirit
Japanese Other Spirits
Toasted grain and banana bread open a warm, inviting aroma, followed by caramel and soft vanilla. The palate is smooth and rounded, with barley sweetness moving into tropical fruit, gentle oak and a dry woody edge. A lightly floral lift keeps the richness composed, while the finish is mellow and clean. Serve neat or over a single large cube.
Kirin Ichiban Premium Lager Tall Can
Japanese Beer
Soft malt sweetness leads a clean, lightly bready aroma, with a hint of citrus and fresh hops adding lift. The palate is smooth and rounded, balancing rich malt flavour with gentle bitterness and lively carbonation. Crisp structure keeps the profile refreshing, while the finish is dry, composed and easy. Serve well chilled with sushi, tempura, grilled chicken or salty snacks.
Kikusui Funaguchi Nama Genshu Sake 200 mL
Japanese Sake
Steamed rice and roasted hazelnut lead a rich, expressive aroma, with tropical fruit and white flowers adding lift. The palate is full-bodied and creamy, carrying ripe banana and persimmon into touches of cinnamon, marzipan and chamomile. Despite its generous texture, the finish remains fresh, clean and mouthwatering. Serve well chilled with grilled vegetables, yakitori or savoury rice dishes.
Kawatsuru Zenigata Cup Sake 180 mL
Japanese Sake
Clean rice and a light cereal note lead a restrained, savoury aroma, with a touch of pear adding freshness. The palate is crisp and dry, carrying gentle umami through a smooth, uncomplicated texture. Measured acidity keeps the finish tidy and refreshing, making it especially well suited to salty or fried dishes. Serve chilled or gently warmed with tempura, yakitori or grilled fish.
Dassai Mirai Future with Farmers Sake
Japanese Sake
Vivid aromas of cantaloupe, white peach, green grape, pear and apricot rise from the glass, with softer notes of strawberry and rice beneath. The palate is velvety and layered, carrying ripe orchard and tropical fruit through a smooth, gently rounded texture. Lychee, stewed apple and a quiet mochi-like note shape the finish. Serve well chilled with sashimi, shellfish or delicate vegetable dishes.
Tokyo Sky Japanese Yuzu Sparkling Sake & Wine Cocktail Can
Japanese Ready-To-Drink
Bright yuzu brings a fragrant citrus lift to a light sparkling sake-and-wine base. Airy bubbles keep the palate fresh, while the fruit moves between tangy zest and a softer, gently rounded citrus character. The overall style is clean, lively and easy to enjoy without becoming overly sweet. Serve thoroughly chilled, either straight from the can or poured over ice with a simple citrus garnish.
The Mikuni Blended Japanese Whisky
Japanese Whisky
Amber and gently full in appearance, with dried-fruit sweetness and a faint smoky accent on the nose. The palate begins youthful and lively, then settles into a rounded, mellow texture built from malt and grain whisky. Subtle oak and a measured spice note add definition through the finish, which lingers lightly on the tongue. Serve neat, over a single cube, or lengthened with chilled soda in a clean highball.
Tamanohikari Blue Fox Mane-Kitsune Junmai Ginjo Sake
Japanese Sake
Apple and melon give the aroma a fresh, lightly floral lift, joined by cooked rice, subtle honey and a quiet nutty note. The palate is medium-dry and clean, with refreshing acidity balancing a savoury core of rice umami. A light, sharp finish keeps the profile precise rather than rich. Serve chilled with sushi, sashimi, grilled fish, tempura or savoury snacks; gentle warmth can bring the rice character forward with heartier dishes.
Takashima Homare Fuji Special Junmai Sake
Japanese Sake
Soft rice sweetness and a refreshing aroma lead into a medium-bodied palate with generous umami. The texture is full without feeling heavy, balanced by light crispness and a clean, refined finish. Its savoury depth makes it especially versatile at the table. Serve chilled or gently warmed with grilled fish, yakitori, mushrooms, tempura or soy-braised dishes, where the rice character and acidity can complement rather than dominate the food.
Naminooto Shuzo Kabo Sukkiri Kabosu Sake Liqueur 720 mL
Japanese Liqueur
Fragrant and bright, with fresh kabosu bringing zesty citrus, vivid acidity and a subtle peel-like bitterness. A sake base softens the sharper edges, adding a smooth, gently sweet middle without dulling the fruit's refreshing character. The finish is clean, tangy and lightly rounded. Serve thoroughly chilled or over ice, either on its own or beside grilled fish, tempura, salty snacks and other dishes that welcome a precise citrus lift.
Fukuchiyo Shuzo Nabeshima Harvest Moon Hiyaoroshi Junmai Sake
Japanese Sake
Mellow floral aromatics open into a full, rounded palate with soft sweetness, gentle fruit and an earthy savoury depth. Resting through spring and summer gives the texture layered maturity while preserving balance and freshness. The finish is rich but composed, with enough structure for the table. Serve cool rather than icy with grilled oily fish, mushrooms, roast poultry or soy-glazed vegetables, where its autumnal warmth can unfold gradually.
Shinshu Meijo Meiho Kikuzakari Sake
Japanese Sake
Mildly aromatic and clean, with a fresh, gentle profile that keeps the palate composed rather than showy. Subtle rice sweetness is balanced by light acidity and a smooth, medium-dry finish, making this an adaptable table sake. Serve chilled for a brighter expression or gently warmed for a softer texture. Pair with grilled fish, tempura, yakitori or simply seasoned vegetables, where its restrained character will not overwhelm the food.
Fukumitsuya Kagatobi Shun Junmai Ginjo Sake
Japanese Sake
Fresh and aromatic, with steamed rice, melon and a quiet floral lift. The palate is light and smooth, bringing gentle rice sweetness and clean mineral definition before a refreshing, restrained finish. Serve chilled with sashimi, steamed crab, grilled white fish, tofu or lightly seasoned vegetables; its subtle texture and calm grain character are designed to support delicate food rather than overwhelm it.
Amahagan World Malt Edition No. 4 Yamazakura Wood Finish
Japanese Whisky
Juicy orange, apricot and plum lead a bright, floral nose, with rhubarb compote, vanilla and light biscuit underneath. The palate follows with pear, orange peel, honey and gentle caramel sweetness, balanced by peppery cherrywood. Fresh and composed rather than heavy, it closes at medium length with sweet wood, pepper and a faint heathery note. Serve neat, with a few drops of water, or alongside roasted nuts and mild cheese.
Amabuki Josen Cup 200 mL
Japanese Sake
Aromas of melon, crisp apple and anise lead into a rounded palate with gentle sweetness and savoury rice umami. The texture is balanced and approachable, giving the fruit and rice character equal space through a calm, composed finish. Enjoy chilled for a brighter, more aromatic expression, or warm it gently for a softer impression. Well suited to ramen, grilled fish, yakitori, mushroom dishes or lightly seasoned pork.
Shichihonyari Junmai Daiginjo Wataribune No. 6
Japanese Sake
Restrained aromatics give way to a deep, broad palate with real power and composure. Melon and anise bring measured fruit and spice, while savoury rice umami anchors the centre. Balanced acidity gives the texture lift, and a mineral note draws the finish into a clean, focused line. Serve well chilled with sashimi, grilled trout, steamed shellfish, roast poultry or delicate mushroom dishes.
Nakano Kunizakari Sakagura Nigori Umeshu 300 mL
Japanese Liqueur
Cloudy and generously textured, with juicy plum flesh leading into ripe peach and persimmon. Apricot, honey and sweet tea add layered richness through the mid-palate, while natural tartness gives the sweetness lift and definition. The finish is clean and unexpectedly fresh for such a viscous style. Serve well chilled, over ice or lengthened with soda alongside fruit desserts, spicy dishes, salty nuts or soft cheese.
Nabeshima Junmai Daiginjo Yamada Nishiki 35
Japanese Sake
Pure and finely detailed, with restrained floral notes opening over a clear, polished palate. Gentle umami adds depth without interrupting the sake's precision, while a firm, full-bodied structure carries the flavour with quiet authority. Bright acidity keeps the texture fresh and leads into a long, elegant finish. Serve well chilled with sashimi, delicate shellfish, grilled white fish, steamed chicken or lightly seasoned vegetable dishes.
Kozaemon House Junmai
Japanese Sake
Earthy and full-flavoured, with cocoa and red-bean notes giving the nose a distinctive savoury character. A year of maturation before blending brings warmth and gentle integration to the palate, while balanced acidity keeps the rounded texture from feeling heavy. The finish is calm, softly nutty and quietly complex. Serve chilled, gently warmed or over ice with braised pork, grilled mushrooms, miso dishes, roasted squash or mature cheese.