| Brand | Kinpou |
| Region | Fukushima, Tohoku, Japan |
| Spirits Type | Sake |
| Spirits Style | Junmai Ginjo |
| ABV | 15-16% / Rice Polishing: 60% |
Product details
Kinpou “Odayaka” Junmai Ginjo — “Golden Treasure: Calm” in Japanese — is a signature expression from the Niida‑Honke brewery, whose roots trace back to 1711 in Fukushima Prefecture. Now led by the 18th generation of the Niida family, Odayaka exemplifies their Shizenshu philosophy: sake made exclusively with 100% Fukushima-grown, pesticide‑free Shizenmai rice, natural well-spring water, and only in‑house kimoto yeast starters—no added lactic acid and absolutely no chemical inputs. Odayaka’s rice is polished to 60% for Junmai Ginjo balance, aged gently in stainless steel to preserve nuance, and emerges at approximately 15–16% ABV with an SMV (sake meter value) of +1.0. Its name conveys a serene elegance, reflecting the brewery’s century‑long commitment to sustainable stewardship, millennia‑deep fermentation craft, and light yet umami-rich purity.
On the nose, Odayaka greets with a bright and restrained bouquet of honeydew melon, lemon zest, and crisp green apple. The palate remains gentle and refined—think ripe golden apple and tart pear skin—leading into a clean, rice‑driven texture with subtle savory depth and a mineral‑tinged, lingering finish. It’s light on sweetness yet rich in natural umami. Best served well chilled in a stemmed glass, this sake pairs seamlessly with light seafood (such as sushi or sautéed fish with miso), gently grilled vegetables (think asparagus), summer rolls, and soft cheeses like Camembert—each enhancing its calm freshness and nuanced fruit aroma.
