Tenjin Bayashi Nama Junmai Ginjo Sake (BTL 720ml)

New to the U.S. in 2026 this is the nama genshu version of our beloved Tenjin Bayashi Junmai Ginjo. While it exhibits an umami-rich, slightly dry, and light profile like the pasteurized version, leaving it unpasteurized makes this sake more vibrant and bright.

The sake is brewed with Koshi Tanrei, a local speciality sake rice, which is a hybrid of Yamada Nishiki and Gohyaku-mangoku. It took 15 years to develop the rice as a joint project of Niigata Sake Research Institute and Niigata Agricultural Institute. The rice is grown exclusively in Niigata and supplied exclusively to sake producers in Niigata.

The name "Tenji Bayashi" refers to a traditional song from the local festival of the Tokamchi-Tsumari region, where the brewery is located. The song is sung to pray for and celebrate good harvest. The region, well-known as one of the deepest snow regions in Niigata, is now getting more and more attention for its Echigo-Tsumari Art Triennale.

Katsuyoshi Yamaguchi runs Uonuma Shuza as the fifth generation president. His younger brother, Tameyoshi Yamaguchi has been their toji (master brewer) for over three decades, and maintains their tradition of making umami-rich sakes. He joined the family brewery after he had spent a couple of years at the Niigata Sake Research Institute.

Note: We can ship this sake, but due to the nature of shipping, please note that fluctuations in temperature can affect the freshness of the drink, and we will always recommend picking up locally when possible. Please proceed with shipping at your own risk.

Features

• Nama Genshu Junmai Ginjo
• Seimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Koshi Tanrei 50%, SMV: +1, Acidity: 1.5
• Brewed in Niigata, Japan by Uonuma Shuzo
• 24 fl oz (720ml)
• 15.5% ALC/VOL