Raifuku Junmai Nama Hatsushibori

Raifuku Junmai Nama Hatsushibori (来福 純米生酒 初しぼり) is made from Gohyakumangoku rice grown in Ibaraki and milled down to 59%. This unpasteurised Junmai has a mild aroma and is fruity on the palate. Moderate and refreshing acidity gives it a crisp, clean finish.

Raifuku Brewery (来福酒造), established in 1716 in Chikusei City, Ibaraki Prefecture, is one of Japan's historic sake producers. Founded by the fourth generation of the Fujimura (藤村) family, who were Omi merchants, the brewery was strategically located at the foot of Mount Tsukuba, an area renowned for its pristine water sources—an essential element in sake brewing.

The name "Raifuku" (来福) means as much as "coming fortune" and reflects the brewery's aspiration to bring happiness and prosperity to its patrons. This sentiment is based on a famous haiku, which embodies the spirit of goodwill and celebration associated with their sake.

In 1971, Raifuku Brewery was incorporated, marking a new chapter in its longstanding history. By 1999, the brewery committed to locally sourced rice, emphasising its dedication to regional agriculture and terroir. In 2003, Raifuku pioneered using "Hanakobo" (花酵母), or flower yeast, in brewing. This innovative approach involves cultivating yeast strains from various flowers, such as abelia, pink dianthus, and sunflower, resulting in diverse, unique and aromatic sake profiles.

Today, Raifuku Brewery produces ten varieties of sake, including its flagship "Raifuku" brand and other offerings tailored for domestic consumption and export. Visitors to the brewery can experience firsthand the craftsmanship involved in sake production, with tours often guided by President Toshifumi Fujimura. These tours provide insight into the brewery's history, brewing methods, and the unique characteristics that define Raifuku's sake.