SAKE/Akishika Shuzo

O88 2026

O88 2026

Akishika Shuzo was founded in Osaka prefecture in 1886 and under the present 6th generation Kuramoto [Brewery Owner] this tiny brewery is creating some of Japan’s most exceptional and finest sake. Hiroaki Oku is both Kuramoto and also Toji [Master Brewer] at Akishika and his dedication and skill in creating quality sake shows in every bottle.

The 088 or Ohachihachi refers to the sake being made with organically grown Omachi rice, a polishing rate of 80% and yeast number #8. This version represents the newly released bottling of a sake that the brewery usually releases with several years age. A wonderfully fresh and vibrant style with soft melon fruit, a hint spice and refreshing acidity.

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PRODUCT

O88 2026

PRODUCER

Akishika Shuzo

REGION

Osaka

NOTES

YEAR: 2026

RICE TYPE: Omachi (Organic - grown by Akishika)

RICE POLISHING: 80%

ALCOHOL: 17%

YEAST STRAIN: #8

SERVE: Chilled

Classification

Junmai • Pure Rice Sake
Yamahai • Traditional starter
Muroka • No charcoal filtration
Nama • Unpasteurised
Genshu • Undiluted

STORAGE & Handling

STORAGE: Store Nama [unpasteurised] sake in a cool dark place, trying to avoid direct sunlight. 

HANDLING: Once opened this sake will last well for at least 4 - 5 weeks, ideally in a refrigerator. 

Profile
Fragrance (3/5)
Impact (4/5)
SweeTness (2/5)
Acidity (2/5)
Presence (4/5)
Earthiness (4/5)
Tail (4/5)
Producer Profile

Akishika Shuzo

Akishika Shuzo was founded in Osaka prefecture in 1886 and under the present 6th generation Kuramoto [Brewery Owner] this tiny brewery is creating some of Japan’s most exceptional and unique sake.

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