Koedo Kagamiyama Shuzo
History
- Originally established in 1875 in Shintomicho, Kawagoe City, as Kagamiyama Shuzo Co., Ltd.
- Re-established in February 2007 in Nakacho, Kawagoe City.
Location: Nakacho, Kawagoe City
Background:
- Micro-Brewery with 5 employees
- Kagamiyama Shuzo Co., Ltd., which had been beloved as a local sake brewery in Kawagoe, closed its doors in September 2000.
- Six years later, in response to strong voices from local government and citizens, Koedo Kagamiyama Shuzo Co., Ltd. was established with the understanding and cooperation of related parties.
- Kawagoe, known as "Little Edo," retains the atmosphere of the castle town from the Tokugawa era.
- Koedo Kagamiyama Shuzo has embarked on a new journey since its founding in 2007, continuing the historical legacy of Kawagoe.
- Focuses on sake brewing that utilizes local resources and stays rooted in the local community.
Revival:
- A new sake brewery was completed on February 1, 2007.
- Committed to uncompromising sake brewing, the brewery staff work around the clock to meticulously manage the maturation of their sake.
Certification:
- In September 2008, recognized by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries for their agriculture-commerce-industry collaboration project.
Features:
- Uses clear, abundant groundwater from the Chichibu mountain range and high-quality rice.
- Inherits and applies traditional Nanbu brewing techniques.
- Emphasizes quality first with sake brewed by hand with passion.
Tasting Note
Offers a profound and rich flavor that spreads through the mouth, complemented by an elegant and harmonious aroma. Each sip leaves a lingering taste on your palate, enticing you to come back for more. This delightfully versatile sake pairs wonderfully with Mexican tacos, grilled seafood, and salted yakitori.
Junmai
Rice: SakeMusashi (local rice) 100%
Rice Polishing Ratio: 60%
Alcohol percentage: 16%
Size: 720ml