SAKE Kurafan “Shichu 3.0” project
SAKE Crafanis a crowdfunding service specializing in Japanese sake operated by Hands-on SAKE.
Currently, all investors at SAKE Kurafan are working together to create a new sake brand."Shichu 3.0"Publish a project to create!
*For details on the “Shichu 3.0” project, please seehere！！
The sake breweries collaborating on this project are"Purple Space"Iwate Prefecture, which brewsShiwa Sake BreweryIt is.
Shiwa Sake Brewery will be on stage in December 2023 to commemorate the 3rd anniversary of studying abroad at an online sake brewery, and will be presenting their representative brands."Hiroki"Ya"Purple Space"We talked about it!
Thanks to that connection, we were able to realize this project!
In this article, we will introduce the charm of Shiwa Sake Brewery, which is taking on a new project with hands-on sake.♪
About Shiwashu Sake Brewery
“The birthplace of Nambu Toji”Shiwa Sake Brewery, which is located in Shiwa-cho, Shiwa-gun, Iwate Prefecture, was founded in 1909.
The first brewer, Kiheiji Hirota, was the chief brewer at a sake brewery in Miyagi Prefecture, but he took over a sake brewery in this area that was popular at the time."Hirota Sake Brewery"I started brewing sake as a.
It is a representative brand``Hiroki''is a dish that adds flowers to many drinking parties, including regional and local festivals and celebrations."Sake that is enjoyed by many people"It was born as a brand, and is still popular today while continuing its history.
Furthermore, in 2021 (Reiwa 3), sake brands"Purple Space"has been launched and is capturing the hearts of local sake fans across the country as the new face of Shiwa Sake Brewery!
In 2022 (Reiwa 4), Hirota Sake Brewery was incorporated as Shiwa Sake Brewery Co., Ltd. and began its journey as a sake brewery for the next generation.
Iwate is indispensable for sake brewing at Shiwa Sake Brewery.Rice from Iwate Prefecture that suits the climate and water.
This rice is soft and has a strong umami flavor.
Behind the brewery is our own rice field, where we grow Yui no Ka, a rice suitable for Iwate's sake brewing, making the most of our advantages as a sake brewery located in a rice-producing area.
This area is also blessed with water.
Mizuwake Shrine in Shiwa Town.
The water that springs from the shrine grounds has a reputation for being so delicious that it has been selected as one of Iwate's top 20 waters, and many people come out of their way to draw water.
This type of water has a hardness of 45 and is soft and has no unpleasant taste, so it is characterized by the fact that it does not make freshly squeezed new sake bitter and gives it a refreshing taste.
In addition to abundant rice and water, Tohoku's climate, which is characterized by severe cold, combine to create the perfect environment for sake brewing.It can be said that this is a land specifically made for sake brewing.
In this way, Shiwa Shuzoten's sake is produced by the power of humans and nature, something that cannot be produced by machines.
At Shiwa Sake Brewery, we work hard every day to create new sake, combining tradition and ingenuity while respecting the local climate.
[Shiwa Sake Brewery Store]
〒028-3447
2-4 Izumiyashiki, Miyate, Shiwa-cho, Shiwa-gun, Iwate Prefecture
TEL:019-673-7706
FAX:019-673-7570
MAIL：shopmaster@hiroki.xm.shopserve.jp
HP:https://www.shiwa-shuzoten.com/
Mail order site:https://hiroki-hirotasyzuouten.com/
Traditional brand “Hiroki”
This is the representative brand and history of Shiwa Sake Brewery, which has been loved by local people since its founding.``Hiroki''is an alcoholic beverage that was created with the aim of being a ``liquor that is enjoyed by many people.''
The characteristics of the Hiroki brand are:Use rice from Iwate PrefectureThings.
And,“Drinking makes you want to eat. Eating makes you want to drink.”We aim to create a drink that goes with meals that creates this cycle.
Along with that,"The flavor of rice"Since 2017, we have been pursuing an old and new brewing method.“Sanki Amazakemoto”I decided to brew the entire amount.
This acid base sake adds the flavor of rice to the acid, making it easier to pair with meals.
What is Sanki Amazakemoto?
Sukimoto is a type of Kimoto-style brewing that has been passed down since the Edo period, and is an independent sake base that is neither Yamahaimoto nor Sokujomoto.
As the name suggests, rice, water, and koji are saccharified at high temperature.Amazakeand thereAdd lactic acid bacteriaBy involving them, they can develop it into a kimoto-type sake mash.
The injected lactic acid bacteria becomes lactic acidic and creates various acids, so you can enjoy the complex taste.
Furthermore, because the lactic acid is lighter than that of Kimoto, the flavor of the rice is more emphasized and can be enjoyed even hot.
Unlike Kimoto and Yamahai, Akimoto is a relatively simple process as there is no need to grow lactic acid bacteria from scratch, and there is no need to do bulk wholesale work.“Hybrid Kimoto”You can say that this is a sake mother.
However, the process of making acid base sake does not involve bacteria that clear all bacteria, called nitrate-reducing bacteria, so care must be taken to avoid introducing bacteria.
Hiroki's product introduction
Hiroki Junmai Ginjo First Shibori Ginga
We polished the sake rice "Ginginga" from Iwate Prefecture to 55%, and brewed it with the theme of a refreshing taste and a well-balanced taste of rice flavor.
The yeast used is ``Yuko no Omoi'' from Iwate Prefecture, and it has a clean, fresh, and calm aroma, while also giving you a taste of umami.
It performs best when paired with fish dishes such as yellowtail sashimi, flounder kombujime, and raw oysters.♪
| raw rice | Ginga (produced in Iwate Prefecture) |
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| Rice polishing ratio | 55% |
| Alcohol level | 16 degrees |
| Japanese sake level | +3 |
| Recommended temperature range | cold sake |
Hiroki special pure rice first squeezed love at first sight
A special junmai sake brewed from Iwate prefecture's beloved edible rice ``Hitomebore,'' which is polished to 60% for its umami flavor.
This is a bottle where you can feel the flavor and strength of edible rice, as well as the freshness of freshly squeezed rice.
Although it is a new sake that has been squeezed for the first time, it is recommended to be served hot or lukewarm as it is made with acid base sake.♪
Brewed with mineral-rich Shiwa water, it goes perfectly with fish dishes such as seared tuna and yellowtail fish! !
| raw rice | Hitomebore (produced in Iwate Prefecture) |
|---|---|
| Rice polishing ratio | 60% |
| Alcohol level | 16 degrees |
| Japanese sake level | +3 |
| Recommended temperature range | cold sake |
New sake brand “Shisora”
In 2021, Shiwa Sake Brewery was born as a new limited distribution brand."Shisora"。
In the word purple sky“Space and sky”It has the meaning of representingIt was named by taking one letter from Shiwa Town.
As the name suggests, it has a relaxing and relaxing sensation that makes you feel as if you are floating in the sky.
While the Hiroki brand uses rice from Iwate prefecture, the concept of the Shiku brand isTry making sake using rice from all over the countryThings.
It is made so that you can directly feel the flavor and sweetness of the rice, and also so that you can enjoy the alcohol on its own.
Because it is a fruity and very easy to drink alcohol,This brand is recommended for people who don't drink much alcohol or young women.
Because of its ease of drinking, it has been well-received among sake lovers since its creation, and it is so popular that it is sold out by pre-order after its release.
Additionally, in recent years, they have been receiving inquiries not only from existing liquor stores but also from liquor stores across the country requesting to carry the product.
We are looking forward to the challenge of Shiso, which continues to evolve while maintaining its solid foundation as a local sake brewery!
Shiso product introduction
Shiku Junmai Ginjo Heart Label
The sake rice ``Ginginga'' from Iwate Prefecture has been polished to 55%, making it easier to bring out the sweet and gentle flavor of Shiso.
The yeast used is Iwate Prefecture's original ``Giovanni's research'', so you can feel a well-balanced and gorgeous aroma, and the taste is gentle, so it is recommended as an introduction to Japanese sake.♪
It's a sweet and sharp drink, so it goes without saying that it goes well with cream cheese and light sashimi!
| raw rice | Ginga (produced in Iwate Prefecture) |
|---|---|
| Rice polishing ratio | 55% |
| Alcohol level | 15 degrees |
| Japanese sake level | −2 |
| Recommended temperature range | cold sake |
Hiromi Ono, Nambu's first female chief brewer
The brewer at Shiwa Sake Brewery is Hiromi Ono.
Ono chief brewer is“Nanbu’s first female chief brewer”Also known as.
Nanbu chief brewer is ranked along with Echigo and Tanba."Japan's Three Great Chief Brewers"This is a group of chief brewers that can be counted as
Among them, Nanbu Toji is the toji group with the largest number of members, and they constantly train by holding seminars many times a year.It makes me say, ``I don't think there is any other group that studies as much as the Nambu chief brewers.''
Mr. Ono, who has inherited the attitude of Mr. Nanbu,Taking on the challenge of expressing the flavor of rice to the fullest, and making sake in a bright, fun and carefree way.We are aiming for
Chief brewer Ono himself loves sake so much that he drinks it every day, and is passionate about exploring sake brewing.
While he readily accepts President Tanaka's requests, he also has the fortitude to refuse without hesitation any proposal that would degrade the quality of the alcohol.
It has been 18 years since he joined Shiwa Sake Brewery, and Mr. Ono says that he is enjoying the opportunity to have a different experience under President Tanaka's leadership.He expressed his aspirations to travel around the country on sales trips and see how the sake he makes is doing.
I'm looking forward to Ono's future challenges!
Who is the president of the sake brewery reconstruction contractor, Bungo Tanaka?
In 2022, he was appointed as the new representative director of Shiwa Sake Brewery and took over the business."Sake Capital Co., Ltd."Representative Bungo Tanaka.
After graduating from university, I started working at Asahi Breweries, Ltd. During my time there, I met many Japanese sake breweries, and every time I heard about their current situation, my heart ached.
In 2010, he started a sake brewery business rehabilitation company hoping that his experience would be useful, and has rebuilt 12 sake breweries.
After that, he wanted to develop his business with his own sense of speed and rhythm, so he founded Sake Capital in September 2021.
"Don't turn off the lights of sake breweries from the city. Sake brewing is city building."Based on this belief, with the mission of revitalizing the local economy and expanding the market for sake, “This life is with a sake brewery”With this determination, we are working on the sake brewery revitalization project.
Now, he spends his days traveling around the country as a flying owner, managing sake breweries in various places including Shiwa Sake Brewery, and also running a restaurant in Tokyo.
When President Tanaka takes over the business of a sake brewery, his concept is“We will not let existing brewers and staff quit.”Things.
In addition, Shiwa Sake Brewery has implemented the following initiatives.
・Invest in equipment to improve the environment for sake brewing.
・We will change all regular sake and honjozo sake to pure rice sake and raise the unit price.
・Simplify the name of Shiku and spread awareness. (Heart label, polka dot label, etc.)
Thanks to President Tanaka's branding, Shiwa Shuzoten's production volume has increased by 1.5 to 2 times compared to three years ago, and demand for Shiku has increased visibly.
President Tanaka is thinking of making capital investments to further increase production in the future.
How will Shiwa Sake Brewery be developed? I have high hopes for President Tanaka's skills!
*Click here to view the previously published article introducing President Tanaka!
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Shiwa Sake Brewery Q&A
- I hear that acid base sake has lactic acid bacteria added to it, but is it different from sokujo?
- In the case of sokujo, ``lactic acid for brewing'' is added, whereas ``acid base sake'' has ``lactic acid bacteria'' added, making it a raw moto-based mash.
- Where can I buy Shichuu?
- It can be purchased at authorized stores nationwide listed on the homepage.
In the future, we would like to focus on sales and expand to the Kyushu region. - Are table rice and sake rice different in how they are handled when making alcohol?
- Edible rice has more stickiness and elasticity than sake rice, so it is difficult to break apart, but on the other hand, it retains its deliciousness and flavor.
Summary
Shiwa Sake Brewery's signature brand, ``Hiroki,'' and a new face, ``Shichu.''
Hiroki isA sake that can be enjoyed with meals where you can enjoy the sourness brought out by acid base sake brewing and the flavor of rice.
Shichuu is a sake that allows you to enjoy the deliciousness and sweetness of rice from all over the country, and is easy to drink for a wide range of people.
Each has its own characteristics, but I think these two bottles embody the ``umami flavor of rice'' that Shiwa Shuzoten pursues.
The brewers at Shiwa Sake Brewery, including Ono Brewery, express this very well.
It can be said to be the result of a new type of sake brewing that combines cultivated tradition with ingenuity.
With the new branding of President Bungo Tanaka, the appeal of Shiwa Shuzoten will increase, and we will continue to take on various challenges.
The SAKE Kurafun Project [Shichu 3.0] was realized as a step towards that challenge! !
A dream-like project in which investors become tank owners and can create a new sake brand "Shiku 3.0"♪
Why not learn about the charms of Shiwa Sake Brewery, Kurado, and Shiso, become a tank owner, and experience sake brewing from scratch?
Click here to join the project! !
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How to participate in the online sake brewery study abroad program?
・I want to go on a sake brewery tour, but I don't have time...
・I want to increase my knowledge of various types of sake!
・I want a friend who loves sake!
If so, please join our online sake brewery study abroad program.♪
Each time we hold an event with a different sake brewery and a different theme related to sake, you can have valuable experiences such as the opportunity to interact directly with the brewer and have serious discussions with international students.
Would you like to have a drink time that is a little different than usual in search of new discoveries and encounters?
If you are interested, please join us below!
We look forward to your participation.♪
Online sake brewery study abroad process
① Alcohol will be delivered in advance!
・After applying for the online sake brewery study abroad program, the sake will be delivered to your home.
② Participate in online sake brewery study abroad!
・Cheers with the creator! (ZOOM or YouTube LIVE)
・Divided into the first and second halves, we will explore the key points of Oshizo while interacting with everyone.
③ You can make drinking friends all over the country!
・Exchange information online with sake fans from all over the country and make drinking friends.
*You can read the report summarizing past online sake brewery study abroad experiences here, so please check it out!
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With the creator"Connect"
The thoughts of the creator"Peek"
our worldview"Spread"
Cheers with a hands-on pose again next time!
