Tatenokawa Junmai Daiginjo Kyokugen | The Pure Art of 8% Rice Polishing

Tatenokawa's Flagship Masterpiece | 1,000 Hours of Polishing Excellence

Since 2013, "Genkai" has stood as Tatenokawa Brewery's flagship — challenging the ultimate craft of sake brewing with an 8% seimaibuai. Each grain of rice undergoes 1,000 hours of slow polishing, leaving only the 8% core — a testament to Tatenokawa's relentless pursuit of "the ultimate beauty of sake".

The name "Genkai" — meaning "Limit" — is itself a declaration. Tatenokawa refuses to settle for conventional thresholds of high polishing, instead pursuing an even more extreme craft to redefine sake's value. Brewed with 0.1°C-precision temperature control, it reveals a jewel-like luminous body, blossoming with pure fruit, refined rice sweetness, and silky texture — for sake connoisseurs, premium sake devotees, and the most prestigious business gifting.

Core Brewing Character | Flagship-Grade Ultimate Craft

• 8% Seimaibuai Flagship:Tatenokawa's flagship since 2013, challenging sake brewing's ultimate craft with an 8% polishing ratio — the embodiment of Tatenokawa's obsession with extreme polishing
• 1,000 Hours of Polishing:Each grain endures 1,000 hours of slow milling — preserving the rice core's essence in full, an ultimate expression of brewer's spirit
• 0.1°C Precision Brewing:0.1°C-precision temperature-controlled brewing in small hand-crafted batches — the ultimate refinement of Junmai Daiginjo

Tasting Notes

• Nose:Crystal-clear and luminous, opening with pure white florals, green apple, pear, and a hint of honey
• Palate:Silky and rounded, mid-palate revealing pure rice sweetness, white peach, and a touch of almond over crystalline minerality
• Finish:Long and graceful, with pure white florals and lingering rice sweetness

Recommended Serving

• Chilled (5–10°C):The ideal serving temperature for Junmai Daiginjo — fully expressing Genkai's delicate florals and umami
• Wine Glass Service:A white wine glass (rather than an ochoko) better releases the layered aromatics
• Food Pairing:Pairs beautifully with sashimi, white-fleshed fish, kaiseki cuisine, and wagashi sweets
• Storage:Store in a cool, dark place — drink soon after opening to enjoy peak flavor

Specifications

• Brewery:Tatenokawa Brewery (Yamagata Prefecture)
• Type:Junmai Daiginjo
• Seimaibuai:8% (flagship grade)
• Polishing Time:1,000 hours
• Brewing:0.1°C precision control, small-batch hand-crafted
• Debut Year:2013
• Volume:720ml

A flagship masterpiece born of 1,000 hours of polishing — for sake connoisseurs, premium sake devotees, and the most prestigious business gifting.