Kuninokotobuki
国の寿"Kuninokotobuki" is the representative brand of Yanagawa Shuzo, a historical brand born in this land in the 23rd year of Meiji, more than 100 years ago. The brand name includes the meaning of blessing the prosperity and lo...
"Kuninokotobuki" is the representative brand of Yanagawa Shuzo, a historical brand born in this land in the 23rd year of Meiji, more than 100 years ago. The brand name includes the meaning of blessing the prosperity and longevity of the country, and is loved as an auspicious name suitable for celebratory occasions.
The biggest feature of this brand is that it uses underground water of weak hard water gushing from the underground shell layer near the mouth of the Chikugo River. This water quality, which is rich in minerals and has strong fermentation power, produces a tangy dry taste. At the same time, by using 100% rice from Fukuoka Prefecture, especially using the improved variety rice "Jugemu" (a crossbreed of Yamada Nishiki and Yumeikkon) jointly developed with local farmers, plump umami of rice is realized.
In manufacturing, under the motto "Aiming to carry through rather than omitting," they continue to protect traditional manufacturing methods that insist on handmade production. In particular, they have a strong commitment to koji making, and bring out the individuality of sake through careful processes that make the most of the Toji's skills and experience.