The Sake:
This sake’s name is derived from the legendary swordsman and carpenter, Hidari Jingoro.  You can read more about him here: Wikipedia: Hidari Jingoro  Also, there is a stop-motion animation being made about him which promises to be ridiculously cool: Hidari Movie Website

It is a slightly dry sake with a soft, sweet aroma derived from rice. It has a mellow taste and a strong rice flavor. It goes down smoothly and is refreshing. Afterwards, you can feel a slight aftertaste of rice.

The Translation of the Name:  舩坂 Funasaka is a family name, and does not directly translate.  Literally is means, “Boat hill,” but could be interpreted as “Embankment.”

Brewery: 舩坂酒造 Funasaka Shuzo
Prefecture : Takayama City, Gifu
Rice: Domestic, local rice
Nihonshu-Do (SMV) : +3
Seimaibuai : 70%
Acidity:  ?
Amino Acids:  ?
ABV: 15%

The Rice:
“In sake brewing, the brewer’s attitude and thoughts are directly reflected in the quality of the sake.  For that reason, I want to approach sake brewing every year with a sense of tension and challenge. I also listen to the koji and moromi so that I can capture the characteristics of the ingredients, and strive to create the best possible condition through conversation.”  Seiji Hiraoka, Toji at Funasaka Sake Brewery

Food Pairing:
As you would expect from a honjozo sake, it can be enjoyed with a wide range of meals, but it is especially recommended as it goes well with meat.

The Format:
300ml and 720ml bottle

The Brewery:
Funasaka Sake Brewery has a history of 200 years. Our local sake, made from spring water produced by the beautiful natural surroundings of the Hida Mountains and high-quality sake rice, has long been quenching the thirst and soul of many people. From everyday evening drinks to celebrating special occasions, we deliver intoxicating sake from Hida Takayama to the world

At the end of the Edo period, Funasaka Sake Brewery started brewing sake under its predecessor, Obunya, and has been weaving a history for over 200 years, overcoming various events. We owe this entirely to our customers throughout the ages, and we would like to express our sincere gratitude to them.

We strive every day to make our customers, local community, employees, and everyone involved with Funasaka Sake Brewery smile and be happy, with our management philosophy of ” Shobai Hanjo” in mind. Please let us know if you have any concerns, even if they are small. If you have time, we would be delighted if you could visit our store in Hida Takayama.

◉ Funasaka Shuzo’s Website
◉ Other items from Funasaka at E-Corp