Kinkan Kuromatsu

Kinkan Kuromatsu is Murashige Shuzo's flagship brand. The name comes from the black pine (Kuromatsu), which symbolizes joy and is always displayed at celebrations such as ceremonies and weddings. The first brewery owner named it 'Kinkan Kuromatsu' (Gold Crown Black Pine) by placing a gold crown on top, hoping that drinking our sake would bring more happiness to everyone.
They use two types of underground water from the clear Nishiki River: the ultra-soft 'Ganryu Well' and the hard water 'Kannon Well' from limestone strata, depending on the desired sake quality. They also use locally produced sake rice 'Saito no Shizuku,' embodying a brewing philosophy rooted in the region.
Characterized by a gentle aroma and a slightly sweet richness, it has a long-lasting aftertaste. As a brand symbolizing Iwakuni's history and culture, it embodies the philosophy of community-rooted sake brewing.