New sake from Katsuyama!

Katsuyama brews sake that lets you experience clean, clear umami.

While umami is often translated into English as “savory taste” ordeliciousness,” these words do not

capture the real meaning. Umami has long been used to describe the most basic concept of Japanese cuisine,

but only recently has it become recognized as a flavor element in the West.

The quality of umami is known to have a major influence on Japanese food.

Because umami is something that exists also in Western cuisine,

it has now become acknowledged all over the world as the “fifth taste” alongside sweet, sour, bitter, and salty.

Katsuyama 'Ken'

This elegant sake features a gentle, clean nose and smooth drinkability, with a flavor that expands into a soft and supple fullness. The superb balance of slightly dry and mild acid tastes and well-rounded aftertaste make it an excellent choice for meals prepared to bring out the best in carefully selected ingredients. It goes well with lightly flavored foods and also with seafood.

The name Ken means "to present something," or a "wonderful gift."