This is a flavor that shines with a delicate umami and a fragrant bouquet, meticulously brewed by a master brewer who judiciously observes the subtle conditions of the mash to maximize the charm inherent in the rice.

From Junmai Ginjo Yuki Tsubaki -YUKITSUBAKI SHUZO-

The junmai ginjo and junmai daiginjo I’ve had recently have all been "fruity" and "sweet," so I assumed this one would be similar, but it wasn’t quite the same. It was easy to drink, with a sort of "ego-less" character, making it a sake you can effortlessly enjoy alongside a delicious meal.

I bought it to "review" at home, but… honestly, it felt too refined for my lazy home-cooked dishes (T . T). It had a noble elegance to it. If you're interested, I highly recommend trying it at a Japanese restaurant.

That aside… it’s been a while since I last came to Kagurazaka. Compared to places like Shinjuku, Shibuya, or Tokyo, it has a certain "elegance" to it. Maybe it feels that way because there are noticeably fewer people, but beyond that, there’s also a sense of refinement in the air.