It releases a soft and graceful aroma, combining toasted notes with gentle fruitiness to create a multi-layered and complex atmosphere. On the palate, it shows remarkable clarity with a smooth, delicate texture, followed by a mellow depth of umami. While the body is rich and full, a crisp dryness and subtle bitterness tighten the overall flavor, achieving exquisite balance. This lively yet well-rounded sake concludes with a refreshing, clean finish — a well-loved classic whose popularity is truly well-deserved.
From Fukui’s renowned Kokuryu Sake Brewery comes the long-celebrated flagship, now introduced as “Itchorai Junmai Ginjo.” Formerly known simply as “Junmai Ginjo,” the name was updated in April 2025, but the beloved taste remains unchanged.
Crafted with Gohyakumangoku rice grown in Fukui Prefecture and polished to 55%, this Junmai Ginjo represents Kokuryu’s pride and craftsmanship. The word “Itchorai” in the Fukui dialect means “one’s finest attire” or “something most cherished,” perfectly symbolizing this iconic expression from Kokuryu.
Product Name: Kokuryu Junmai Ginjo Itchorai
Grade: Junmai Ginjo
Polishing Rate: 55%
Rice Type: Gohyakumangoku (Fukui Prefecture)
Alcohol: 15.5%Vol
Brewery Prefecture: Fukui Kokuryu Sake Brewing Corporation
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