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KuriKuri
American who used to live in Japan and still gets to visit for work somewhat frequently. Have always enjoyed sake and shochu but looking to learn more.

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107

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2

Most Check-in Brands

imayotsukasa
14(25.45%)
博多百年蔵
7(12.73%)
Suehiro
4(7.27%)
Jikkoku
3(5.45%)
Tokujiro
3(5.45%)

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The origins of the sake you've drunk are colored on the map.
Niigata
30(28.04%)
Kyoto
26(24.3%)
Fukushima
8(7.48%)
Fukuoka
8(7.48%)
Toyama
7(6.54%)

Venues With Most Check-Ins

くつろぎ宿 千代滝
7(70%)
バール・デ・美富味
3(30%)

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ShotokuKaraku Kimoto Special Junmai純米生酛
Shotoku ShuzoKyoto
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Drank with Eddy, Grace, and Jesse at Fushimi Sake Village Notes from Tippsy about this sake: The name translates to “Kyoto, city of flowers,” and sets the tone for this sake. Some flowers are soft with a gentle aroma, and others are bright with bold scents. This particular brew is the latter. It’s malty aroma and amber hue hint to its strong, rich flavor brought forth using the kimoto method. The expertly layered flavor pairs wonderfully with steak or other dishes dripping in richness.
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JikkokuJikkoku Iwai Junmai Ginjo (純米吟醸)純米吟醸
Matsuyama ShuzoKyoto
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Drank with Eddy, Grace, and Jesse at Fushimi Sake Village. This was my favorite of the whole tasting! So good!
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みやこつるJunmai Ginjo (純米吟醸)純米吟醸
Miyakozuru ShuzoKyoto
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Drank w G, E, & J at Fushimi Sake Village. Delicious! The sake’s name is a combo of miyako, “ancient capital,” & tsuru, “crane.” The portmanteau of miyako and tsuru recalls the 1,000-year span when Kyoto was the cultural, artistic, & political capital of Japan. A smaller Fushimi breweries, Miyakotsuru has long had ties with the Tamba region of Kyoto, from which their brewers historically came. They preserve traditional sake-making skills, and aspire to the crane’s longevity & elegance.
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KeichoKoban Junmai Ginjo (純米吟醸)純米吟醸
Heiwa ShuzoKyoto
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Drank w Eddy, Grace, & Jesse at Fushimi Sake Village. Not a stand-out for me but still tasty.
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TamanohikariTamanohikari Bizen Omachi Junmai Daiginjo (純米大吟醸)純米大吟醸
Tamanohikari ShuzoKyoto
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Drank w Eddy, Grace, & Jesse at Fushimi Sake Village. Really liked this one!
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EikunKoto Sennen Junmai Ginjo (純米吟醸)純米吟醸
Saito ShuzoKyoto
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Drank with Eddy, Grace, & Jesse at Fushimi Sake Village. Crisp and snappy!
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FukuchoMoon on the Water Junmai Ginjo (純米吟醸)純米吟醸
Imada Shuzo HontenHiroshima
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Drank at Nick’s house during our first Curse of Strahd D&D game. It was delicious - lots of nuanced stony flavor with a hint of sweetness.
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UrakasumiJunmai 純米純米
SaraMiyagi
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Chicago Ramen - Mundelein
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I drank this pouring from a fun bamboo bottle at Chicago Ramen. It was smooth and mellow cold, went well with the ramen. I would love to try it hot next time!
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ShiramayumiGinjo Yamada Nishiki 吟醸山田錦吟醸
Kaba ShuzojoGifu
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Cory bought this for me on his trip to Japan, which included a Doburoku Festival in Shirakawago. The label mentions a sharp taste to this sake and they were not exaggerating! It has a sharp, almost spicy flavor complemented by an almost unctuous richness. Delicious and fascinating!
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SeikyoTakehara Junmai純米
Nakao JozoHiroshima
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Drank with friends while playing D&D with Ultimate Party. Delicious, a bit grainy but enjoyably so. We all liked it!
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KurosawaJunmai Kimoto (純米きもと)純米生酛
黒澤酒造Nagano
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Interesting sake - the wet stone flavor is present but in a nice way. I found this sweet and very juicy. Overall, quite good and very different from other sake I have tried. This is my first kimoto. I read my first sake book recently and am impressed now that I know what a kimoto is.
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TokujiroTokubetsu Junmai (特別純) Hiyaoroshi (ひやおろし)特別純米ひやおろし
Joyo ShuzoKyoto
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Drinking this at home as a reminder of the fantastic time I had in Japan this year. The taste has matured since September, it’s deeper, rounder, and very flavorful. The apple taste in this sake in September mellowed but the slight sweetness still remains. Absolutely delicious!
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Kyohime TakumiJunmai Ginjo (純米吟醸)純米吟醸
Kyohime ShuzoKyoto
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18
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Drank w Eddy, Grace, & Jesse at Fushimi Sake Village. Really liked this one - very clear taste due to the Fushimi water used in this sake.
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Bought at Binny’s in Mundelein and drank with the Ultimate D&D Crew while playing through the Sunless Citadel ❤️ Delicious - easy drinking with a mellow flavor that stays crisp and tasty throughout the bottle.
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KanbaraJunmai Ginjo (純米吟醸)純米吟醸
Kaetsu ShuzoNiigata
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Found this at Mitsuwa and had to buy it because of how much my husband loves Inari and her messengers. I shared this with Eddy, Grace, Andy, Carol, and Tom at our welcome back dinner after we got home from Japan. It was balanced and nicely floral! I enjoyed it but don’t think I would buy it again unless it’s on a really great sale. $50 is a lot for a bottle and I’ve had sakes I’ve enjoyed more that are much cheaper.
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GekkeikanDaiginjo (大吟醸)大吟醸
GekkeikanKyoto
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Drank w Eddy, Grace, & Jesse at Fushimi Sake Village. Enjoyed it but wasn’t a top fave from the 18 we sampled. Notes: Daiginjo represents the finest of Japanese sake with a polishing rate of over 50%, revealing the heart of the grain, the niche of the sake's rich aromas. Gekkeikan Daiginjo Nama Tsume is surprisingly fruity, refreshing, dry in the mouth but delicate & subtle. Unpasteurized before bottling, it expresses notes of 🍏 and 🍐 typical of the yeast specially created by the brewery.
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TsukinokatsuraNigorizake Junmai純米にごり酒
Masudatokubee ShotenKyoto
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Drank w Eddy, Grace, & Jesse at Fushimi Sake Village. Rich and creamy! A representative of the original sake. Also “champagne of rice”, like sparkling wine made from rice. You can feel fruity aromas, refreshing acidity, and a pleasant mouthfeel.
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