Nozaki Shiroyama Sakura Ginjō

Nozaki Shiroyama Sakura Ginjō (野崎 しろやま桜 吟醸酒) is made of Gohyakumangoku rice milled to 50%. Shiroyama Sakura is a large 400-year-old wild cherry tree in front of the brewery—a natural monument of the capital. Nozki's sake is brewed with natural water from Shiroyama. Shiroyama Sakura has an intensive ginjō incense packed with the flavour of rice. Gentle and deep flavour. With just the right amount of acidity and sharpness, it is a great food sake. Chilling brings out its sharpness, at room temperature, it is savoury and compact.

Nozaki Brewery was founded in 1897 by a brewer from Niigata. Nestled along the Akigawa River, a branch of the Tama River, lies the town of Itsukaichi. Here, the clear air and the pure river flow create a scenic beauty that changes with the seasons. Many people are drawn to this place, which is affectionately called the "inner parlour of Tokyo". On the edge of this town, where the road to the village of Hinohara starts, there is a peaceful mountain hamlet called the old Togura. This is where "Kishō", a fine sake brand, was born. Kishō is made in the best environment possible, with fresh air from the Akigawa Valley and a cooler temperature than the 23 wards of Tokyo by 4-5 degrees. The water used for sake brewing is also of the highest quality. Underground water comes from Shiroyama, a mountain in front of the brewery. This water has been cherished and preserved by the people of Togura for generations. It is slightly soft and has very low levels of iron and manganese that can ruin the taste of sake. This water is the perfect match for sake brewing. It is the "treasure" of Kishō.

The brewery does not offer tours or degustation but sells its products in a small shop on the premises.