Introducing a carefully selected selection of premium sake over 10 yen that you can find at "Sake World NFT." From popular aged sake to ultra-high-purity white sake and limited edition brews, we have selected brands that are full of the brewer's attention to detail. Find the one that resonates with you.

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What are the key points in setting the price of sake?

The price range of sake varies widely, from everyday brands to premium sake for special occasions, and there are complex intertwining factors behind this.

First, let's look at how the sake brewing process, such as the rice used and brewing method, affects the price.
The use of specific production areas, rare sake rice, and advanced rice polishing techniques all lead to higher costs. Furthermore, sake brewing using traditional methods requires a lot of manual work, careful management, and a lot of labor, which is reflected in the production costs.

Furthermore, aged alcohol and limited production items are highly rare, which has a significant impact on the price.
For example, the brands introduced here that have attempted extreme rice polishing and aged sake that has been aged for over half a century are some examples.

Another point that cannot be overlooked is the growing popularity of Japanese sake in recent years, especially among wealthy overseas consumers, which is boosting demand for high-end brands. Awards at domestic and international tasting competitions, collaborations with famous artists, and other topics also increase market value, which in turn leads to premium prices.

In this way, the price of sake is determined by a complex mix of factors, including the skill and effort involved in sake brewing, rarity, and market evaluation. High-priced sake packs in added value unique to that brand that can't be experienced anywhere else.
Sometimes, savoring such a luxurious bottle can be the ultimate joy for any sake fan.

Sake World NFTs allow you to buy sake priced at over 10 yen

The ultimate sake produced by extremely polished rice with a polishing ratio of 7%: Miyashita Sake Brewery's Junmai Daiginjo MIYASHITA ESTATE Aji

Price ¥110,000

Miyashita Sake Brewery, which has a brewery in Nishikawahara, Okayama City, took on the challenge of polishing Okayama Prefecture's sake-brewing rice, Omachi, to the utmost limit to create Junmai Daiginjo MIYASHITA ESTATE Aji.

"Omachi," which is said to be the roots of sake rice, is large-grained with a large core, and is soft and prone to cracking, so up until now the polishing rate has been limited to 40%.
This brand has been developed through years of research and development, achieving an ultra-high polishing ratio of 7%. In addition to the 400-hour polishing process, it was completed after overcoming numerous obstacles, including the use of rice washing equipment developed to handle extremely small rice grains, and delicate koji making.
Its light, never-boring flavor is almost completely free of impurities, and it blends beautifully with the rich, natural umami of Omachi.

This sake from Miyashita Sake Brewery boasts the highest value of all the Sake World NFT registered brands, making it truly worthy of being called an "ESTATE."

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Miyashita Sake Brewery

Okayama

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Hirata Sake Brewery "SUIO" - Aged sake made in Hida Takayama

Price ¥198,000

Hirata Sake Brewery is committed to small-batch, handmade brewing with the motto "sake is something that is brewed and nurtured." "SUIO," brewed in Hida Takayama in 1994, is a gem of a matured sake that has finally been released to the world.

Brewed using traditional methods using Gifu-grown sake rice "Hida Minori" and Hida underground water. Matured for a long time in enamel tanks lined up at the back of the brewery, the amber-colored sake has a strong, complex aroma reminiscent of caramel, spices, dried shiitake mushrooms, honey, and more. When you put it in your mouth, a smooth flavor with a harmonious balance of sweetness and umami spreads, and the well-balanced acidity and bitterness create a deep aftertaste.

The taste of this sake was also awarded the title of "Champion Sake" in the Japanese Sake category at the 2014 International Wine Challenge (IWC).
The unique bottle design expresses the never-ending journey of aged sake, with a triangle symbolizing rebirth and growth, a circle with one side missing, representing imperfect perfection, and a paper streamer on the seal, representing a barrier.

In 2025, the year that marks the 150th anniversary of Hirata Shuzojo's founding, SUIO will become a 30-year-old vintage sake. We hope you will try its even more mature flavor.

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Hirata Sake Brewery

Gifu

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Tanabe Shuzo's "Eternal Radiance" is a rare special Junmai Daiginjo sake limited to 210 bottles.

Price ¥297,000

Tanabe Sake Brewery in Eiheiji Town, Fukui Prefecture, has its brewery in Matsuoka, a district known as one of the leading sake-producing areas in the prefecture. While continuing to carry on the traditional sake-making techniques that spare no effort, the brewery is always taking on new challenges.

Among the high-priced sakes produced by Tanabe Shuzo, the one that stands out the most is "Eternal Radiance." This special limited edition premium sake was created after much trial and error to pay tribute to the 96-year reign of Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away at the age of 70. It is the third-highest priced sake (as of August 3) among the sakes exhibited at SAKE World NFT.

The mash, made from the luxurious "Yamada Nishiki" premium rice from Hyogo Prefecture, is fermented at low temperatures for a long period of time, pressed slowly over time using a vat, and then aged at low temperatures to bring out the exquisite flavor.

Another attraction is the label, which was created by the world-renowned artist Hiroshi Senju. The label features a selection of the latest works from his representative "Taki Series," and the inscription "Eternal Brilliance" written by Senju, giving this sake a special shine. Only 210 bottles will be produced. The label on the art bottle is a rare gem, with Senju's signature and edition number.

A portion of the sales from "Eternal Sparkle" will be donated to the "ART SAKE Project" launched by Tanabe Shuzo as a training fund for young artists who will lead the future. The innovative initiative that directly supports artists by purchasing Sake World NFT further enhances the appeal of "Eternal Sparkle."

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Tanabe Sake Brewery

Fukui

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30-year-aged sake from a sake brewery that has been in business since the Edo period: Kitazen Shoten's "Sei no Miyo Long-aged Daiginjo Sake"

Price ¥330,000

Located in Imasho-juku on the Hokuriku Kaido in Fukui Prefecture, Kitazen Shoten's history of sake brewing dates back to the Edo period.
Known for its heavy snowfall, this region is blessed with pure, soft water that filters through the silica bedrock of the mountains, and for over 300 years has been brewing the prefecture's best sake made with this soft water. With the motto "local sake is brewed by the climate," the sake carefully brewed in the gassho-style warehouse has a flavor that is loved not only by locals, but also by travelers who once traveled along the Hokkoku Kaido road.

Their representative brand is "Hijiri no Miyo." The name was given to them by a high priest in Kyoto, and it means "praying for world peace from a village of pure water." Brewed with Yamada Nishiki, the king of sake rice, and soft water with a pH of 7 that is close to pure water, which is ideal for brewing ginjo sake, this sake has the characteristic refreshing and clean taste that is unique to Kitazen Shoten.

Among them, "Seino Miyo Long Aged Daiginjo Sake" is a masterpiece that has been fully aged by storing "Seino Miyo" in a bottle in an underground cellar for 1994 years, which won the gold medal at the Kanazawa Regional Taxation Bureau Liquor Appraisal in 30. It is no wonder that it is the second most expensive sake (as of August 2) among the sakes exhibited at SAKE World NFT.
This sake, which has been produced over 300 years of history since its founding, has been aged for 30 years to develop a deep, mature flavor that is sure to provide you with a blissful moment.

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Hokuzen Shoten

Fukui

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A treasure awakened from half a century of slumber: Shiraki Kosuke Shoten's "Daruma Masamune Sake brewed in 1971 (with certificate of brewing year)"

Price ¥550,000

Shiraki Kosuke Shoten, the brewer of Daruma Masamune, has its brewery in Kadoyamon, a rural area in the north of Gifu City. Since the 1960s, they have been working on long-term aging of sake, and have made a name for themselves as pioneers of aged sake (long-term aged sake). Their passion and tireless efforts in aged sake have established the reputation that "Daruma Masamune is synonymous with aged sake," and they have been highly praised both in Japan and overseas.

Now, after more than half a century of quietly sleeping deep within the brewery, Daruma Masamune is finally being released to the world. Daruma Masamune 2024 Brewed Sake (with brewing year certificate) is a true treasure, having fetched the highest price (as of August 8) among all the SAKE World NFT offerings.
This sake, which has been brewed for over 50 years, has a mellow, ripe fruit flavor, unlike the delicate ginjo sake of the past. When you put it in your mouth, you can tell that the rich aroma and aged flavor slowly blend together, and that it has grown into a well-rounded, matured sake.

I would like to savor the exceptional flavor that this vintage aged sake has produced while thinking back to more than half a century ago.

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Shiraki Kosuke Shoten

Gifu

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How to enjoy a blissful glass of premium sake

This time, we introduced some carefully selected masterpieces, including long-aged sake, a brand of Omachi rice polished to the utmost, and sake that contributes to society when purchased.
If you have the opportunity to try these sakes, why not not only enjoy the deep flavor, but also think about the years of aging and the passion of the brewers? This way of tasting, like unraveling the story packed into each cup, is what you could call the essence of premium sake.

Writer: Yoko Ishikawa
Freelance writer / Japanese Sake Adviser (SSI) / WSET Level 1 / Born in Tokyo / Living in Las Vegas, USA.
After discovering delicious sake here, he became interested in sake. Recently, he not only enjoys drinking sake, but also brewing it at home.
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