Introduction of the “YUKI NO MATSUSHIMA:KAI” series
First Prize (GOLD) in the Junmai Sake category at the SAKE COMPETITION2023
The Junmai-shu category of the “SAKE COMPETITION 2023” was selected from among 273 excellent sake entries from all over Japan, 138 qualifying entries and 28 top-ranking entries were judged, and finally the top 10 entries were ranked from 1 to 10, and the results were announced.
After a rigorous judging process, we were awarded first place.
The “YUKI NO MATSUSHIMA:KAI Hitomebore Junmai-Genshu” won first place in the Junmai-shu category of the “SAKE COMPETITION 2023”, which determines the world’s best commercially available sake, and the “YUKI NO MATSUSHIMA:KAI” series offers seven unique types.
*Some products are available in limited quantities.
In order to shorten the period of time during which the taste of the sake is highly variable, the sake is bottled immediately after pressing, and is then directly heated in the bottle to lock in the fresh flavor.
What is SAKE COMPETITION?
The SAKE COMPETITION began in 2012 with the philosophy of “setting a new standard so that consumers can encounter more truly delicious sake, regardless of brand. To this end, only commercially available sake is subject to judging, and the judging method is completely brand-hidden, ensuring that the competition is based solely on the sake quality of the sake. This is a sake competition where any brand has a chance to win first place, without being influenced by brand or brand name.
SAKE COMPETITION Official WEBBrand debut by young Nanbu Touji Sekiya Kaishi
The “YUKI NO MATSUSHIMA:KAI” series is a brand named after our toji, Sekiya Kaishi.
In his second year as toji (master brewer), at the young age of 31 (at the time of the award), Sekiya was awarded the first place Gold Prize in the Junmai-shu category of the “SAKE COMPETITION 2023” and was also selected for the “Diners Club Young Brewer’s Encouragement Award,” a special award “created to support the next generation of brewers, and given to the top-ranking brewery under 40 years old. Sekiya was also selected for the “Diners Club Young Scientist Encouragement Award”.
His father and grandfather also worked in the sake industry. He took over from his predecessor, Masatoshi Sasaki (now at Sasanogawa Sake Brewery), and won the award for a brand he took on as a challenge.
What is the Diners Club Young Scientist Award?
A special award given to the sake brewer who will lead the next generation Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Club, the issuer of the Diners Club Card, will award this prize to the top-ranked sake brewery in the SAKE COMPETITION whose head brewer is 40 years old or younger.
Diners Club WEB“YUKI NO MATSUSHIMA:KAI” series Product List
YUKI NO MATSUSHIMA:KAI Hitomebore Pure rice wine
| Capacity | 720ｍl |
| Liquor quality | Pure rice wine |
| Raw materials | Rice, rice malt |
| Rice used | 100% “Hitomebore” rice from Miyagi Prefecture |
| Rice polishing ratio | 60% |
| Alcohol content | 16 degrees |
・Refreshing aroma and clean taste.
・Made with Hitomebore strawberries from the local Yamato town.
YUKI NO MATSUSHIMA:KAI Yamada Nishiki Pure rice wine
| Capacity | 720ｍl |
| Liquor quality | Pure rice wine |
| Raw materials | Rice, rice malt |
| Rice used | 100% “Yamada Nishiki” rice from Hyogo Prefecture |
| Rice polishing ratio | 55% |
| Alcohol content | 16 degrees |
・Juicy, rich rice flavor and a refreshing acidity that tightens the aftertaste.
YUKI NO MATSUSHIMA:KAI Kura no Hana Jungin Genshu
| Capacity | 720ｍl |
| Liquor quality | Junmai Ginjo Genshu |
| Raw materials | Rice, rice malt |
| Rice used | 100% “Kuranohana” from Miyagi Prefecture |
| Rice polishing ratio | 50% |
| Alcohol content | 16 degrees |
・It is fragrant, juicy, and has a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity.
YUKI NO MATSUSHIMA:KAI Junmai Daiginjo Genshu
| Capacity | 720ｍl |
| Liquor quality | Junmai Daiginjo Genshu |
| Raw materials | Rice, rice malt |
| Rice used | 100% “Yamada Nishiki” rice from Hyogo Prefecture |
| Rice polishing ratio | 40% |
| Alcohol content | 16 degrees |
・This exquisite sake is made using Yamada Nishiki, the king of sake rice, and is the culmination of the passion, craftsmanship and craftsmanship that goes into sake brewing.
YUKI NO MATSUSHIMA:KAI Gin no Iroha Pure rice wine
| Capacity | 720ｍl |
| Liquor quality | Pure rice wine |
| Raw materials | Rice, rice malt |
| Rice used | 100% “Gin no Iroha” from Miyagi Prefecture |
| Rice polishing ratio | 50% |
| Alcohol content | 16 degrees |
・This pure rice ginjo unprocessed sake is made from Miyagi Prefecture’s sake-brewing rice “Gin no Iroha,” luxuriously polished to 50%.
・It has a refreshing aroma and is light and easy to drink.
YUKI NO MATSUSHIMA:KAI Air Pure rice wine
| Capacity | 720ｍl |
| Liquor quality | Pure rice wine |
| Raw materials | Rice, rice malt |
| Rice used | Rice from Miyagi Prefecture |
| Rice polishing ratio | 60% |
| Alcohol content | 12 degrees |
・It has a low alcohol content of 12%, a soft and clear sweetness, and a light and fluffy taste like air, hence the name “Air.” Please enjoy it well chilled.
YUKI NO MATSUSHIMA:KAI Junmai Genshu Summer (Summer only)
| Capacity | 720ｍl |
| Liquor quality | Pure rice wine |
| Raw materials | Rice, rice malt |
| Rice used | Rice from Miyagi Prefecture |
| Rice polishing ratio | 60% |
| Alcohol content | 12 degrees |
・The alcohol content is low so that you can enjoy it casually even in the hot summer. The light sweetness that rolls lightly on your tongue, the lively acidity, and the smooth, refreshing taste will make the summer scenery even more vivid. Please enjoy it well chilled.
