One of Harushika’s most popular products, this sake offers a gentle aroma with a soft sweetness from the rice and a smooth, delicate flavor. The finish is dry with a sharp, clean cut. When warmed, its mellow richness becomes even more pronounced. It pairs well with a wide range of dishes, from lightly seasoned seafood to more subtly flavorful cuisine, enhancing the taste of the food.
About Imanishi Seibei Shoten (Harushika)
Nara, Japan’s first international city, is often regarded as the birthplace of sake. Imanishi Seibei Shoten began its brewing operations in Nara in 1884, during the Meiji era (Meiji 17). The brewery is located in Naramachi, an area that retains the old-world charm of historic Nara and is close to World Heritage sites such as Kasuga Taisha Shrine and Todai-ji Temple.
The name “Harushika” (Spring Deer) originates from the legend that the deities of Kasuga Shrine rode deer to the land of Nara. Originally named “Kasuga Shinroku” (Divine Deer of Kasuga), the sake was later renamed “Harushika,” a name that has endured to the present day.
Imanishi Seibei Shoten carefully selects high-quality rice and polishes it to a high degree, crafting sake with a light flavor, a mellow mouthfeel, and a refined finish with a fragrant aroma. These products are exported to more than ten countries worldwide, including the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Australia, and Hong Kong, adding enjoyment to people’s evenings around the globe. Since its founding, Imanishi Seibei Shoten has remained committed to preserving the tradition of Nara sake, known as Nanto Shirozake, by combining advanced techniques with high-quality ingredients to produce sake that excels in taste, richness, and aroma.
• Origin: Nara Prefecture, Japan
• Brewery: Imanishi Seibei (Harushika)
• Type: Brewed sake, Junmai sake
• Ingredients: Gohyakumangoku rice
• Alcohol Content: 15%
• Polishing Ratio: 60%
• SMV/Acidity: +12/1.4