Tenko 40 Junmai Daiginjo

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Tasting Notes

This remarkable Junmai Daiginjo opens with an exquisite, aromatic bouquet of fragrant summer flowers, elegantly interwoven with bright hints of fresh tropical fruit and citrus. On the palate, it reveals a remarkably smooth, full-bodied texture enriched with crisp apple flavors and a deeply layered richness. Uncharacteristically robust for a Daiginjo, it maintains a beautiful structural elegance and a clean, slightly dry finish that lingers gracefully. It pairs wonderfully with a wide spectrum of dishes, making it an extraordinary companion for everything from delicate sushi and sashimi to richer tempura, grilled meats, and flavorful fish.

Specifications

Region: Akita Prefecture, Japan
Class: Junmai Daiginjo
Rice: Yamada Nishiki
Rice-Polishing Ratio: 40%
SMV: +2
Acidity: 1.5
ABV: 16%
Size: 720ml

Overview

Brewed by the esteemed Kodama Brewing in Akita Prefecture, "Tenko" poetically translates to "Heavenly Grace," reflecting the pristine natural resources of its origin. This exceptional sake is meticulously crafted using premium Yamada Nishiki rice polished to 40% and Akita's signature AK-1 yeast, renowned for producing highly aromatic, sophisticated profiles. Showcasing the brewery's historic dedication to quality, this sake offers a dynamic versatility rarely found in its class.

Awards:

• 2026 SAKE COMPETITION – 3rd Place / Gold (Junmai Daiginjo Category)
• Monde Selection – Grand Gold Quality Award (最高金賞)
• U.S. National Sake Appraisal – Gold Award

About the Brewery

Kodama Brewing Co., Ltd.

小玉醸造株式会社

Kodama Brewing began with miso and soy sauce in 1879, adding sake brewing in 1913. Today it produces Taiheizan sake and Yamakyu miso and soy sauce.

Founded

1879

Location

Katagami, Akita, Japan

Brewing philosophy

Refine inherited fermentation skill so sake, miso and soy sauce make people's meals richer and more enjoyable.

SAKEZEN

Brewery Signature

• Taiheizan
• Tenkou
• comprehensive fermentation

A brewery fluent in fermentation. A heritage spanning miso, soy sauce and sake lends context to its savory Akita character, with kimoto depth and a composed finish.

SAKEZEN Team View is an editorial interpretation of official producer information, informed by our tasting perspective. Axis positions are qualitative, not laboratory measurements. Individual releases and personal impressions may vary.