Special limited edition exclusive sake. The pinnacle of what is made in Japan. Almost all sake belongs to the separate outside category super Junmai Daiginjo and super Daiginjo.
Exclusieve Import Sake
Maruishijozo - NITO (Aichi)
Tokugawa Ieyasu Junmai
Daiginjo is another special sake for competitions that Maruishi Jozo created.
It’s another masterpiece and this one comes in a beautiful wooden box.
In the nose lots of fruity and floral aroma. Strawberry, framboise, red berries
and some white blossoms can be found as
well as anise. Very smooth palate with superb balanced sweet and acidity. A
long lingering finish makes this sake perfect.
Enjoy this sake with Sushi, Sashimi and grilled lobster.
It is best to serve this sake cold or room temperature in the special
Sophienwald ISOS sake glass.
€
80
.00
Asama (Gunma)
Higen Premium Daiginjo
is characterized by the layering of its aroma and taste. Every time, new smells
and flavors emerge, which indicates how well this sake is made.Made with 100% Yamada Nishiki from Hyogo
Prefecture.
It has won more than 10 gold medals at the
National New Sake Competition, the largest
sake competition in the industry.
It is also proud to have won GOLD at the IWC
in 2023.
Aroma of apple, melon, lime and pineapple. On the pallet chestnut, apricot, fig
and a hint of maple syrup. The finish is exceptionally long and fine.Enjoy
this wonderful special sake cold in a sake glass.
€
84
.00
Maruishijozo - NITO (Aichi)
Nito Omachi 33 represents a pristine and aesthetically pleasing Omachi sake crafted by Maruiishi Jozo. It exudes a captivating blend of fresh fruity flavors, including melon, white peach, and banana, accompanied by nuanced savory and spice notes. Despite being a pasteurized sake, it maintains a fresh and vibrant palate. The noteworthy aspect is the meticulous polishing of Omachi to achieve this low ratio, a process requiring high levels of skill and patience. As a result, the sake boasts complex tastes characterized by well-balanced sweetness, acidity, and savory undertones. The finale is marked by a subtle bitterness, contributing to an elegant and clean finish.This sake is best served in the special Sophienwald sake glass or a white wine glass
€
85
.00
Asama (Gunma)
Higen Premium Junmai Daiginjo is made with 100% Yamada-nishiki from Hyogo
Prefecture.
It is characterized by a deep, gorgeous aroma
reminiscent of fruit, a soft mouthfeel, elegant
sweetness, and a crisp aftertaste.When you taste the sake you will find different layers, awesome balance and a superb long exciting finish.Balance is the keyword of the sake.
€
90
.00
Maruishijozo - NITO (Aichi)
Tokugawa Ieyasu
Daiginjo is the special sake competition sake that Maruishi Jozo creates for the
NRIB (National Research of Sake Brewing) "Annuel Japan Sake Awards". It is a
competition in which the Toji, or master brewer, and his team show what they
can do, sending in their most beautiful and best sake that they have made
especially for this occasion. A sake that is at its peak around May for this
competition, but nowadays with special cooling is also optimal afterwards.
In the past, these sake were not sold, but for a number of years now, a few
breweries have been marketing the rest of these special batches. Sake with a
very limited edition because this is only a batch that is normally mainly
served to special guests in the brewery.
The sake itself has a beautiful fruity and floral aroma. On the one hand a
power house of sensational scents and flavours, on the other can be subdued
with many layers. When you smell and taste well, all the well-known fruits come
your way one by one, the floral notes are for example blossom, fennel, anise,
white roses but there is so much more. A very nice soft long aftertaste further
completes this sake.
Enjoy this sake during a delicious Japanese dinner but also surprisingly with
Italian pasta dishes with lots of cheese and tomato.
It is best to serve this sake cold or room temperature in the special Sophienwald
ISOS sake glass.
€
95
.00
Yamanashi Meijo (Yamanashi)
Alain Ducasse Sparkling Sake is a collaboration between the famous chef Alain Ducasse, chef Sommelier Gerard Margeon and Japanese maker Shichiken, known for their Sparkling Sake. Brouwmeester Ryogo Kitahara succeeded the recommendations of chef Sommelier Gerard Margeon, which led to a stunningly beautiful complex Happo-shu or Japanese sparkling sake. Subtle mousse, many layers through the aging, nice tones of white cherries and a more then Enjoyable aftertaste. This sake fits wonderfully with the Mediterranean French cuisine. This sake is best served cold in a champagne flûte.
€
110
.00
Okunomatsu (Fukushima)
Daiginjo Shizuku 18th
Ihei is a sublime artisanally brewed sake made from specially selected
ingredients. The filtering takes place by means of the very best method, namely
the natural drip or Shizuku in Japanese.The result is a rich
beautiful nose with many notes of melon, pear and bay leaf. The taste is
full-bodied and complex with a good balance between a slight sweetness and
subtle acidity.The finish is phenomenally endlessly
enjoyable.How about the key word for this sake "Perfection"Enjoy this sake cold in a special sake glass
€
115
.00
Tsukasabotan (Kochi)
Deluxe Junmai Daiginjo – 900ml, Tsukasabotan Brewing Company
Experience the refined character of this Junmai Daiginjo, brewed by Tsukasabotan in Kochi. The sake shows a gentle sweetness, finishing slightly dry. A mild acidity provides balance, creating a harmonious interplay of sweetness and acidity. It reflects the skill and precision of the toji (master brewer).
Founded in 1603 in the Tosa region, Tsukasabotan Brewing Company draws its water from underground sources of the Niyodo River, renowned across Japan for its clarity. Tradition holds that sake brewed with this water was once offered to the gods. Throughout its long history, the brewery has consistently prioritised quality. Even during the rice shortages of the Second World War, Tsukasabotan chose to reduce output rather than compromise standards—a decision that strengthened its reputation and helped establish it as a nationally recognised brand.
€
124
.00
Okunomatsu (Fukushima)
Shizuku Kin no Joe from Okunomatsu is an extraordinary sake, crafted with a meticulous natural process where it drips freely from cotton without the application of pressure, ensuring that only the finest sake is produced. The beautiful aroma is full of exotic fruits, white flowers, and roses. Its delicate, smooth profile delivers a refined tasting experience, embodying the artistry and sophistication akin to fine wine. With an impressive track record this sake has claimed nearly every prestigious sake award over the past eight years, a true testament to its excellence.This sake is best served on its own but also pairs well with a traditional Kaiseki meal.It is best enjoyed cold in the special Sophienwald sake glass.
€
130
.00
Masuda Shuzo - MASUIZUMI (Toyama)
Masuizumi Super Special is a very unique and exceptional sake! The Masuizumi Super Special Junmai Daiginjo is brewed by Masuizumi and matured in oak Chassagne-Montrachet barrels previously used by Domaine Ramonet for their white wine. Try this sake chilled first and enjoy how its rich flavour evolves as the temperature rises.
An elegant taste influenced by the oak barrels, with notes of vanilla, nuts, and a delicate, rich, complex depth. Layers of dried currants, honey, and caramelised orange peel add great depth and character. Dry, with a medium to full-bodied and powerful flavour, depending on the serving temperature.
This sake is best enjoyed in the special Sophienwald sake glass.
€
141
.00
Nihonsakari (Hyogo)
Morabito 1971 Daiginjo
is a unique sake made from special Yamada-nishiki that is grown on the famous
rice fields of Nishioku, Yokawa district in Hyogo. The Toku A quality Paddy
fields, which for rice is comparable to the so-called grand cru vineyards for
wine, provide a blend of Toku-jo and Toku-to rice for this sake.
In the nose and on the pallet subtle notes of pear, melon, red apple, Citrus
and white blossom. Very nice balance with an enormous depth, fine acidity,
light minerality. Round full taste with fine tannins, slightly vanilla and
honey. A super long intense clean finish completes this sake.
This sake is best served cold or room temperature in the special Sophienwald
sake glass.
There are a lot of things special about this sake looking at the brewing
process. Of course, there is the special sake rice grown on iconic ground, but
also the place where the sake is brewed. On the fifth floor of Nihonsakari
there is a micro brewery that is completely manually responsible for this
masterpiece. The Tamba Toji or master sake brewer uses a koji with intensive
conversion of unfermentable starch into fermentable sugars. He blends the
Souhana Junmai Daiginjo that has matured for 6 months in French oak with this
sake. In addition, he uses two different yeasts
The name Morabito comes from a French perfume and fashion house called
Morabito, founded by Jean-Baptiste Morabito. In 1971, Madame Pompidou offered a Morabito VENDOME crocodile bag to the Japanese empress during an official visit. The
design on the bottle is inspired by this iconic bag.
€
145
.00
Toshimaya (Nagano)
Houka Vintage 2025 Junmai Daiginjo is a limited-edition sake with only around 428 bottles released, presented in an elegantly designed 720ml bottle. Brewed from three sake rice varieties grown in Nagano Prefecture—Kinmon Nishiki, Yamada Nishiki and Takane Nishiki—it carries the signature of the brewery’s pasteurisation method, which preserves a subtle gassy character. The sake is then aged for about six months at low temperature, developing into a refined and distinguished Junmai Daiginjo.Toshimaya Brewery in Nagano has been producing artisanal sake since 1891 on the shores of the mystical Suwa Lake. With an annual production of just 1700 koku, it is a true craft brewery led by Toji Komatsu Yukio and guided by the vision of the young president. The brewery uses water sourced from Mount Hachi Buse, carefully balancing minerals such as magnesium and potassium to suit the yeast starter. The rice is cultivated locally by contracted farmers, creating a strong bond between the growers and the brewer, a connection proudly celebrated in the tasting room where the farmers’ portraits are displayed. Alongside classic rice types like Miyama Nishiki, Yamada Nishiki and Kinmon Nishiki, local varieties including Takane Nishiki, Shirakaba Nishiki and Hitogokochi are also used. The brewery is further distinguished by a private collection of Samurai armour housed in a hidden museum and has earned repeated gold medals at the International Wine Challenge.
€
145
.00
Asama (Gunma)
Higen Rei Junmai Daiginjo represents the pinnacle of the Higen Premium Junmai Daiginjo line. This sake is significantly rarer and more difficult to find. It demonstrates its versatility in every aspect, with an alluring aroma and a palate that reveals an indescribable array of balanced flavors.
The profile boasts a full fruit palette where cherries, raspberries, and white pears are particularly prominent. It's a velvety soft sake that is unrivaled in its class.
Crafted from 100% Yamada-nishiki rice sourced from Hyogo Prefecture, it has garnered over 10 gold medals at the National New Sake Competition, the industry's most prestigious event. Moreover, it took home the Gold at the IWC in 2023, the most significant Sake Competition globally for consumers. With numerous sake competitions held these days, securing a gold medal at the IWC is like winning an Oscar for a brewery.
€
159
.00
Watanabe Hourai (Gifu)
Hourai Super 18 Junmai Daiginjo is created from Yamada Nishiki rice of the highest grade, harvested in the Miki region of Hyogo Prefecture. The grains are polished to just 18%, leaving only the pure core shaped like a crystal sphere. With complete dedication, the mash is brewed and carefully pressed at low temperature using the traditional momen shibori method. The sake is pasteurised early in the bottle and preserved at zero degrees to maintain its finesse. Because of its fragile nature, it should always be stored in the refrigerator at a temperature of six degrees or lower. Allow the sake to warm gently to around twelve degrees for ten minutes before drinking, and discover how its aromas and flavours transform as the temperature rises. Watanabe Sake Brewery in Gifu is the maker of this refined sake. Established in 1850 in Hida Furukawa, the brewery belongs to the historic White Wall district, where traditional breweries with white façades stand side by side along a narrow canal. Following the title of best brewery in 2021 and the many international awards that followed, Watanabe has been recognised as one of Japan’s finest. With a growing focus on the global market, their sake now carry both Vegan and Kosher certification.
€
185
.00
Yamanashi Meijo (Yamanashi)
Shichiken Mori no Kanade is how the perfect sparkling sake should taste. Medium dry with beautiful acids in which the tones of lemon, cottage cheese and apple pie stand out. Fantastic fine mousse with a subtle refreshing aftertaste. The extra layers in the taste sensation, such as maple syrup, vanilla and minerality, are obtained by Lagering in Suntory Hakushu whiskey barrels.
Enjoy this sake with your immediate family or best friends.
This sake can best be served cold in a champagne flûte
€
215
.00
Shiraiwa - IWA (Toyama)
Iwa 5 Junmai Daiginjo is a super special sake limited available.
Made by former 'Chef de Cave' by Dom Perignon, Richard Geoffrey, who has long had a great love for Japan and his culture. For him it was an easy and natural switch from Champagne to Sake. With the help of his blending skills, IWA Sake 5 is a mix of three different rice variety: Yamada-nishiki, Omachi and Gohyakumangoku. No less than 5 differences of the yeast species, including 2 wine ferment are used to complete this special belnd.I have its origins in a rice field on the Shiriwa site, in the city of Tateyama, which also inspired the name of the brewery. Shiraiwa means 'white rock' and Iwa means 'rock'. The five elements that are also referred to in the name are rice, yeast, origin of the rice, the yeast increase method (Moto) and the fermentation process.
It is different from all the other sake that you have tasted before - a must for every sake enthusiast.
Wide and deep. This sake with umami complexity with a whole series of flavors such as pear, mint, lemon zest, almond, herbs, tea, apple, roasted honey, woody and cheese-like hints that dance on a perfectly balanced acidity.This sake is best consumed in the special Sophienwald sake glass.
€
225
.00
Taiheizan (Akita)
Tenko 20 Junmai Daiginjo is very limited available. According to the brewmaster from Taiheizan it is the most challenging and same time rewarding sake they have ever made. Using all their enormous knowledge and experience to create this perfect sake. Fully made by hand and cared for during the entire production, "Tenko 20" is a sake to share with a special person on a special occasion. The soft aroma pulls you in and the taste speaks of fruity freshness with a crispy texture. Simply divine.This sake is beste served cold or at room temperature in the special Sophiienwald sake glass.
€
249
.00
Kikusui (Niigata)
Kikusui Kuramitsu is a very Limited available Junmai Daiginjo Sake made of unique sake rice which is ground to an impressive 23% of its original size. The own developed sake rice is used for the sake. The sublime rice caroma stimulates the senses for the first, fascinating sip. Soft, melon tones smooth the palate, release tension and keep calm through each next glass.Enjoy this sake with your best friends or nearest family in the special Sophienwald Sake glass.
€
259
.00
Maruishijozo - NITO (Aichi)
Nito Yamada-nishiki Ultimate 18 is the 'Special Maruishi Brewing 333 Anniversary' edition. In honor of the 333 year anniversary. Maruishi has brewed 2 very special sake with the most special the Nito Yamada-chiki 18. Only 1500 bottles were made of this sake, with only 36 ending up in Europe. The Sake belonged to the group of Super Junmai Daiginjo because of the low polishing content of the rice, a non -official title that has been recognized by experts. In the nose, this very complex sake has many different fruit and floral tones where pear, melon, orange, anise and fennel come out the most. When you taste the sake you notice the layers of different flavors that continue to follow each other. This is also a sake that can be carafed to make the different flavor components come forward faster, but our preference is based on serving in the special Sophienwald sakeglass. Finally, there is a wonderfully nice pure pure aftertaste that lingers nicely. A sake to enjoy with close family and/or best friends. This sake can best be served around 12 degrees in the special Sophienwald sakeglass.
€
275
.00
Katoukichibee Shouten - BORN (Fukui)
Born Dreams Come True is a very limited sake which has been aged for five years at -5 degrees Celsius.The sake became World Wide Famous after the formal Prime Minister of Japan brought it as a gift for President Barack Obama during a state visit. The light gold bottle is made to look like a trophy in honor of the victory of life. A nose of sweet, elegant mix of white flowers is reached by their own Kato9 yeast. This sake has its characteristic lush texture with a touch of cotton candy, peach and pear in the mouth.This rare sake is best to be consumed cold in the Sophienwald sakeglass.
€
295
.00
Asahi Shuzo - DASSAI (Yamaguchi)
Dassai 23
Centrifuge is one of the most special sake produced by the most famous sake
brewery from Japan. The elegance, subtle complex nose with delicate fruit and
floral tones. The layers on the palate with endless different flavours. The
long pure fine lingering finish makes this sake on the top list of best sake
from Japan.
Beste served cold in the special Sophienwald sakeglass with your best friends
or nearest family.
The
centrifuge machine first introduced into Japan’s sake industry on a commercial
basis by DASSAI has played an important role in terms of technical challenges
for Dassai in pursuit of better sake.
Sake
extracted by centrifugation has the “quality of sake without any
unpleasantness”. It carries a refined gorgeousness and delicacy. On the other
hand, when Dassai 23 mash is put into the centrifuge, the transparency of it
alone seems too fine. Therefore, in order to give it a wider range of qualities
present in alcoholic beverages, it was blended with sake pressed from the
Yabuta.
However,
with the improvement of brewing techniques of Dassai artisans in recent years,
it has become possible to create sake with a range of flavours while
maintaining its transparency by controlling the fermentation process
meticulously. The representative Dassai 23 Centrifuge now relies on the
evolution of this technology and will no longer be blended, but instead use
only Dassai 23 extracted via centrifugation resulting in final product that is
pure yet has a refined transparency and delicacy at the same time.
For this sake the best Yamada-Nishiki rice is used, polished down to 23% of the
original grains.
€
299
.00
Katoukichibee Shouten - BORN (Fukui)
Born Chogin Junmai Daiginjo is one of the most special sake from Japan. It's a very rare and limited sake with a huge complexity and lot of layers hard to be found in any other sake. This sake is brewed special for royal houses including the emperor of Japan. It is Born's masterpiece and every sip is an adventure. Because of our close and specilal relationship with the brewer we are alowed to buy a couple of bottles for true sake lovers each year.The sake is made with the best sake rice from the best sake field and has been matured for 5 years at minus 8 degrees to increase the complexity but at the same time keep its fresh and fruity caracter.This sake is the best to enjoy together with your best friends and family. This sake is best served cold in the special Sophienwald sakeglass.
€
310
.00
Masuda Shuzo - MASUIZUMI (Toyama)
Link8888 Chivas Regal Casks is a very limited sake made by Masuizumi in Toyama. Of course, the sake is aged in ex-Chivas Regal vessels that have been shipped from Scotland to Japan, but they also went one step further and brought the blendexpertise of Chivas Brothers. Link 8888 is a mix of Sake made with Yamadabo, Yamada-chiki Sake rice and Kuromai, a kind of brown rice. Each sake was matured individually in American white oak barrels of 12+ years ex-Chivas, and later mixed to create link 8888.
The 8888 in the name refers to the fact that the Masuda Toyama brewery is 8,888 km away from the Strathisla-Distillery of Chivas Regal in Kieth, Scotland.Best to serve this sake alone with your nearest family or closest friends at room temperature or cold.To enjoy this wonderful sake fully it is best served in the special ISOS sake glass from Sophienwald.
€
325
.00
Hakkaisan (Niigata)
Limited available from on special order.Hakkaisan Kongoshin Winter is the crown jewel of one of the most famous brewers in Japan. Highly limited amount of bottles from this delicate complex super sake.This sake can best be served cold in a wine glass. We also have also have the Hakkaisan Sparkling Nigori and Daiginjo in our assortment.Niigata is the area with the most active breweries in Japan, a total of 95. In the prefecture, most of the rice of Japan is grown, including many gohyakuman goku and Koshihikari. When we look at the number of liters of sake that is brewed, Niigata comes in third place after Hyogo and Kyoto. Typical of sake from Niigata is that it is dry, after Kochi the driest in Japan. It is often light, very pure and pure with sometimes a special aftertaste called Kire. Kire finish is when you immediately have a clean feeling in your mouth after a sip Sake, there is no finish which would normally mean that this would be lesser sake but the opposite is true. The creation of a Kire finish is craftsmanship of a master Brouwer de Toji. Well -known breweries in the area produce Sake under the brand names Kubota, Kikusui, Ichishima, Homare Kirin, Koshino Kanbai, Yoshinogawa, Shirataki, Katafune and Nechi. The area used to be called Echigo located in the Chubu region on Honshu Island. And is surrounded by three mountain ranges on land and the Japanese Sea on the other side with Sado Island off the coast. In addition to sake and rice, the area is also known for the Koi carp with the best quality, the largest selection and even the largest Koi trading area in the world. Symbol of the area is the tulip as flower, the Japanese Camelia as a tree and the Japanese ibis as a bird. In the winter there is a lot of snowfall which makes it an ideal ski area together with the many mountains. The same snow provides a huge water source for brewing sake.
€
349
.00
Ichizuchi (Ehime)
Ichizuchi Integral Junmai Daiginjo is a Crown Jewel under the best of the best sake produced in Japan.
This sake boasts a refined nose with creamy aroma, delicate notes of strawberry, melon, peach, pear, and subtle herbs. Its smooth texture with lots of layers, rounded mouthfeel is perfectly balanced by a gentle tartness, leading to a pleasant fine and a deep, satisfying everlasting finish—an exceptional choice for connoisseurs. This sake is best served cold in the special Sophienwald sake glass with your best friends or nearest family.Made with Aiyama sake rice which is one of the best sake rice from Japan mainly grown in Hyogo. Due to its relative large starch core compared to other rice varieties less polishing is needed to get the same results of pure starch then for instance the king of sake rice Yamada-nishiki. Polishing to Ginjo or even Daiginjo levels is very difficult.As almost always, the fact that lots of high end sake produced by the top breweries from Japan make with the Aiyama rice is due an accident, in this case the Great Hanshin Earthquake. The earthquake destroyed dozens of breweries in Hyogo and some never started brewing again. The main brewer using this rice, Kenbishi Brewery was heavenly damaged during this earthquake and were not able to produce sake so another brewer stood up to purchase the Aiyama rice which was mend for Kenbishi. This brewery was Takagi brewery from Yamagata brewing under the name of Juyondai. Juyondai like Denshu and nowadays The Noguchi Institute are cult breweries and this way Aiyama rice became famous throughout Japan and is nowadays getting more fame worldwide.
€
395
.00
Asahi Shuzo - DASSAI (Yamaguchi)
Dassai Beyond is now available and stands as the masterpiece of Asahi Shuzo, the renowned brewery behind the acclaimed Dassai brand. After more than a decade of pursuit, perfection has been achieved. The brewmaster aimed to craft a sake surpassing their own Dassai 23—something to astonish even the most seasoned sake enthusiasts—and they succeeded. Dassai Beyond is more than exceptional; it embodies an ideal blend of exquisite taste and sheer elegance. A sake experience not to be missed in one’s lifetime.
This junmai daiginjo sake is among the finest on the market today, made exclusively with A++ grade Yamada-nishiki rice—the highest standard available. While the polishing ratio remains a secret, it is certainly finer than Dassai 23’s 23%. Expect an unparalleled softness and a pure, complex flavour profile that envelops the palate, culminating in an astonishingly long finish.
For the ultimate experience, serve Dassai Beyond chilled in a white wine glass to fully appreciate its refined characteristics.
€
550
.00
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