{"title":"Wakayama Picks!","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop Wakayama Prefecture Sakes and Umeshu online.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"yuzu-umeshu-btl-750ml","title":"Kishu No Yuzu Umeshu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDistilled in Wakayama, famous for its \u003cem\u003eume \u003c\/em\u003e(Japanese plum), this Yuzu Umeshu (plum liqueur) is sweet and sour with a kick – thanks to the pleasant marriage of ume, yuzu, and shochu. We recommend trying this umeshu on the rocks or with soda. A refreshing drink - great for a summer BBQ or happy hour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind our recipe for the refreshing\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/umeshu-highball\"\u003eUmeshu Highball\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Wakayama, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eABV 12%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25.3 fl oz (750 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nakano BC Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12381961683023,"sku":"07-300-0002","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/2025kishu_yuzu.jpg?v=1744327361"},{"product_id":"beninanko-umeshu-btl-720ml","title":"Beninanko Umeshu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing \u003cem\u003ebeninanko \u003c\/em\u003eume (a rare plum that can only be grown in sunlight), this umeshu is velvety and syrupy in texture with deep notes of apricot, caramel, and \u003cem\u003ewrinkly, wrinkly \u003c\/em\u003eume plums! This spirit consistently gets high marks from everyone who tries it at the UM bar, staff and customers alike. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from grain and beninanko ume \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20% ALC\/VOL \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Wakayama, Japan by Nakano BC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"JFC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31514414678095,"sku":"07-300-0001","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/beninanko2025.jpg?v=1749232752"},{"product_id":"heiwa-tsuru-ume-natsu-mikan-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Tsuru Ume Natsu Mikan Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMimosa in a bottle, anyone? This juicy and bright fruit sake uses lemon in addition to Amanatsu and Natsu Mikan oranges harvested in Summer from Wakayama prefecture. Fans of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/umeshu\"\u003eumeshu\u003c\/a\u003e will know that Wakayama has simply the best when it comes to little fruits!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe oranges are squeezed with the skin on to release oils and zest into the brew. The result is a refreshing, citrusy delight that's not too sweet and combines all the best parts of eating \u003cem\u003emikan \u003c\/em\u003e(mandarin oranges) with the best parts of drinking sake. Enjoy this chilled, on the rocks, or as a spritz!  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Wakayama, Japan by Heiwa Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMikanshu \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Ippanmai (% not specified)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV 7%  \/ SMV: Not specified \/ Acidity: Not specified\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Heiwa Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40277224882255,"sku":"04-900-0027","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/natsu_mikan_tsuruume.jpg?v=1677270808"},{"product_id":"kuramoto-mutenka-umeshu-btl-750ml","title":"Kuramoto Mutenka Umeshu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade using local Ehime grown \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003enanko\u003c\/em\u003e ume and single-distilled rice shochu, this \u003cem\u003emutenka\u003c\/em\u003e (additive-free) umeshu is light, tart, and juicy. We get notes of orange creamsicle and acerola cherries. Choose this as a light and bright alternative to the sultry \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/beninanko-umeshu-btl-720ml?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=d480a2e0e\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eBeninanko\u003c\/a\u003e. Enjoy this chilled right out of the bottle, on the rocks, with soda, or use it to augment a favorite cocktail of yours! We recommend a splash in your gin highball.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Ehime, Japan by Eiko Shuzo \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUmeshu made from Nanko plums and honkaku rice shochu (rice, rice koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 15%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25 fl oz (750ml)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"4th St. Beverage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40555648221263,"sku":"07-300-0008","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/umeshu_kuramoto.jpg?v=1677806439"},{"product_id":"saika-kokonoe-yamahai-junmai-btl-720ml","title":"Saika Kokonoe Yamahai Junmai Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis yamahai junmai has a gorgeous light-golden hue which seems to hint at its aromas of dried apricot, dulce de leche, and banana. Enjoy hints of crème fraîche and savory dried fruit notes. Saga suggests having this sake at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eroom temperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with flavorful fish such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003etuna\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003esalmon\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eyellowtail\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. When asked about the label, he said “It is a three-legged crow called \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eyatagarasu\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and it is said to be the messenger of guidance.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/interview-with-president-toshimitsu-saika-of-kokonoe-saika\"\u003ePresident Toshimitsu Saika\u003c\/a\u003e of Kokonoe Saika says, \"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWe make akazu, which is ideal for making sushi rice. We are the only brewery that makes both akazu vinegar and sake. In fact, we started as a vinegar maker in 1908, but realized that to make the best vinegar we needed a consistent supply of sake lees. That is why we started making sake in 1934.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/interview-with-president-toshimitsu-saika-of-kokonoe-saika\"\u003einterview\u003c\/a\u003e with Mr. Saika on our blog!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrewed in Wakayama, Japan by Kokonoe Saika \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYamahai Junmai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e65% Gohyakumangoku, SMV: +4,\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAcidity: 1.9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV 15-16%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kokonoe Saika","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40558150615119,"sku":"04-200-0266","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/Saika_Yamahai_Junmai.jpg?v=1689278626"},{"product_id":"heiwa-tsuru-ume-yuzu-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Tsuru Ume Yuzu Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLight, crisp, and snappy, this \u003cem\u003eyuzushu\u003c\/em\u003e drinks like tart lemonade with a boozy sake kick! Enjoy chilled or on the rocks with a splash of soda, or if you're feeling frisky, top with some extra brut champagne. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Wakayama, Japan by Heiwa Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYuzushu \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Ippanmai (% not specified)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV 7%  \/ SMV: Not specified \/ Acidity: Not specified\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Heiwa Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40609346912335,"sku":"04-900-0032","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/tsuruume_yuzu.jpg?v=1686349067"},{"product_id":"heiwa-tsuru-ume-ichigo-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Tsuru Ume Ichigo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis fun and unique release from Heiwa Shuzo's Tsuru Ume line is actually made using umeshu as a base, lending it a richer and more savory backbone than its \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/heiwa-tsuru-ume\"\u003ecounterparts\u003c\/a\u003e. Sipping this is like licking a Strawberry Smuckers cup clean - so jammy and satisfying! Enjoy this chilled right out of the bottle, or on the rocks with a splash of soda!  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Wakayama, Japan by Heiwa Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIchigo umeshu \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): not specified\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV 7%  \/ SMV: Not specified \/ Acidity: Not specified\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Heiwa Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40681039495247,"sku":"04-900-0035","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/tsuruume_ichigo.jpg?v=1686349040"}],"url":"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/wakayama-picks.oembed","provider":"Umami Mart","version":"1.0","type":"link"}