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KAMOSAKAE
− A Sweet Japanese liquor (Sake)
![]() Torihama Sake Brewing Co., Ltd. 59-30 Torihama, Wakasa Town, Mikatakaminaka
District, Fukui Prefecture, Japan
![]() ・Located in the southern part of Fukui Prefecture ・Less than 80 km from Kyoto ・Population: 15,000 ・Area: 180,000 km2
![]() In September of 2013, the varves, or the layers of mud sediment, at the bottom of Lake Suigetsu (one of the Five Lakes of Mikata) were recognized as the global standard timescale for dating within a period of up to about 70,000 years ago. ![]() Wakasa Town is home to many ancient relics and tombs over 10,000 years old, from the Jomon Period (ca. 14,000−300 BCE). A large number of unearthed items are exhibited at the Jomon Museum.
(The Imperial Food Province of Wakasa and the Mackerel Road)
A Land of Royal ProvisionsFrom ancient times to around 1200 CE, seafood and other provisions from this area were offered to the imperial family and the imperial court. Salt was also produced here. ![]() ![]() ![]() Saba-kaid Kumagawa-Juku
Wakasa Kaido and Kumagawa-Juku
The Wakasa-Kaido Road connected the Sea of Japan area with Kyoto via the post town of Kumagawa-Juku. This road is also known as the Mackerel Road because of the fact that the mackerel caught in Wakasa Bay were widely enjoyed by the people of Kyoto, as well as serving as an indispensable ingredient for festive occasions, and large quantities of mackerel were transported along this road. Kumagawa-Juku was an important post town on this Mackerel Road.
![]() The Five Lakes of Mikata have been registered under the Ramsar Convention for the excellence of their natural environment as a waterfowl habitat. ![]() Uriwarinotaki (literally, “gourd-splitting waterfall”) is one of Japan’s Selected 100 Exquisite and Well-Conserved Waters. The name comes from the fact that the water from this spring is so cold, even in summer, that it could split a gourd. ![]() This bay, featuring an extensive saw-toothed coastline, is home to many good harbors, as well as being relatively close to Kyoto. As a result, it has been an important area for seafood fishing since ancient times.
Torihama Sake Brewing Co., Ltd. ・The only Japanese liquor (Sake) brewery in Wakasa Town ![]() ・Founded in 1920 (almost 100 years old) ・Production facilities are registered as tangible cultural properties ・Brewing capacity of 22,000 liters
・Produces only sweet Japanese liquor (Sake) that is beloved by locals and goes well with local dishes, while maintaining a distinct presence ![]() ・The fifth-generation brewery owner acts as the master brewer
Torihama Sake Brewing Co., Ltd. ![]() Yasuhiko Kohori −fifth-generation brewery owner, age 57 ・Seriously committed to brewing Japanese liquor (Sake) ・that is beloved by locals and ・that goes well with local dishes, ・with extreme care for every detail, ・while desiring to make new types of Japanese liquor (Sake) as well
−Torihama Sake Brewing Co., Ltd. Pride and Joy ・Made with high-quality natural ingredients ・Helps to develop local cuisine ・Has a strong flavor that canget rid of “fishy” smells/flavors ![]() strongly flavored dishes ・Really brings out the flavor of the rice ・Has a satisfying, full-bodied flavor ・Mellow sweet Japanese liquor (Sake)
![]() ・The name comes from Kamo Shrine ・“Sakae” means “prosperity” ・Goes well with local dishes, while maintaining its own distinct presence ・Satisfying genuine sweetness ・One of Japan’ s top brands of sweet Japanese liquor (Sake) ・Mellow and sweet
![]() ・Features substantial flavor of rice; thick yet smooth, leaving little aftertaste ・Goes perfectly with dishes with thick sweet flavor, such as the lake fish dishes typical of this area, as well as stews and grilled eels. ・Also good when served warm. The sweetness will involve more of the mellowness, and the substantial flavor will become thicker. ・Sweet Japanese liquor (Sake) for men ・Mellow and sweet
![]() as Kamosakae ・The fifth-generation owner created a distinctive taste ・The characteristic sweetness evolved even further ・Sweet Japanese liquor (Sake) with fruity, light flavor ・Sweet Japanese liquor (Sake) with smooth, crisp flavor ・Sweet Japanese liquor (Sake) for women ・Crisp and sweet
![]() with fruity, light flavor ・Features a refreshing fruity aroma, mild sweetness, and a high level of acidity ・Goes well with all kinds of dishes. In particular, white-fish sashimi and other soy-sauce-flavored dishes are recommended. ・Also goes perfect with unripened cheeses or meat dishes seasoned with pepper ・Sweet Japanese liquor (Sake) for women ・Crisp and sweet
In Closing We hope you try and enjoy Torihama Sake Brewing Co., Ltd. sweet Japanese liquor (Sake), KAMOSAKAE and TORIHAMA, when eating not only Japanese food, but also spicy any flavorful food! |
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