{"title":"雪男 青木酒造 Yukiotoko Aoki Shuzo","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/yukiotoko_banner_05_490x735_9d299363-bb4a-49b3-98d0-f0a5ca128a53.jpg?v=1786522059\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFounded in 1717, Aoki Shuzo is the oldest sake brewery in the Minami-Uonuma area, boasting a history of over 300 years in the Shiozawa district of Niigata Prefecture—a region famous for its exceptionally heavy snowfall. While Niigata sake is widely renowned for its clean and dry (Tanrei Karakuchi) style, Aoki Shuzo delights enthusiasts with a remarkably diverse spectrum of expressions: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsakenature.com\/collections\/%E9%9B%AA%E7%94%B7-%E9%9D%92%E6%9C%A8%E9%85%92%E9%80%A0-yukiotoko-aoki-shuzo\" title=\"雪男 青木酒造 Yukiotoko Aoki Shuzo\"\u003ethe Yukiotoko series offers a crisp, dry profile; \u003c\/a\u003ethe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsakenature.com\/collections\/kakurei-%E9%9D%92%E6%9C%A8%E9%85%92%E9%80%A0\" title=\"鶴齢 青木酒造 Kakurei Aoki Shuzo\"\u003eKakurei series delivers a rich, savory style (Nōjun Umakuchi) bursting with rice umami;\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsakenature.com\/collections\/%E7%89%A7%E4%B9%8B-%E9%9D%92%E6%9C%A8%E9%85%92%E9%80%A0-bokushi-aoki-shuzo\" title=\"牧之 青木酒造 Bokushi Aoki Shuzo\"\u003eBokushi presents a magnificent, ultra-premium Daiginjo.\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYukiotoko\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\"Yukiotoko\" (meaning \"Snow Monster\") is another label from Aoki Shuzou, crafted in a dry style. While Aoki Shuzo is located in Niigata—the heartland of Tanrei Karakuchi (delicate and dry) sake—the brewery is actually best known for its Nōjun Umakuchi (rich and savory) style. However, this Yukiotoko is uniquely crafted to be Tanrei Karakuchi. It focuses on the pure umami of rice and a sharp, clean finish. This Junmai-shu is made from 100% Miyama-Nishiki rice with a polishing rate of 60%. Excellent served both chilled and warmed, it is a great standard for any sake lover.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe adorable, furry character depicted on the label is the \"Yukiotoko\" (Snow Monster). It is based on a \"strange beast\" featured in Hokuetsu Seppu (Snow Country Tales), a late-Edo period bestseller written by Uonuma-native author Bokushi Suzuki, which portrays life in Japan's snow country. In the book, this character is described as a kind-hearted mountain spirit who, in exchange for a rice ball from a traveler lost in the mountains, helps them by carrying their heavy luggage and guiding them to safety. Inheriting this spirit of mutual aid, Aoki Shuzo has been donating a portion of the sales from the \"Yukiotoko\" series to the local mountain rescue and accident prevention council since 2010. Even today, Yukiotoko remains a deeply meaningful and romantic sake that actively supports rescue missions to keep mountain climbers safe.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/category\/sake\/kakurei-bokushi-yukiotoko-%e9%b6%b4%e9%bd%a2%e3%83%bb%e7%89%a7%e4%b9%8b%e3%83%bb%e9%9b%aa%e7%94%b7%ef%bc%88%e9%9d%92%e6%9c%a8%e9%85%92%e9%80%a0%ef%bc%89\/\" title=\"青木酒造 Aoki Shuzo\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"a341-yukiotoko-junmai-雪男-純米酒-青木酒造-新潟県-720ml","title":"[A341] Yukiotoko Junmai 雪男 純米酒 青木酒造 新潟県 720ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"Yukiotoko\" (meaning \"Snow Monster\") is another label from Aoki Shuzou, crafted in a dry style. While Aoki Shuzo is located in Niigata—the heartland of Tanrei Karakuchi (delicate and dry) sake—the brewery is actually best known for its Nōjun Umakuchi (rich and savory) style. However, this Yukiotoko is uniquely crafted to be Tanrei Karakuchi. It focuses on the pure umami of rice and a sharp, clean finish. This Junmai-shu is made from 100% Miyama-Nishiki rice with a polishing rate of 60%. Excellent served both chilled and warmed, it is a great standard for any sake lover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe adorable, furry character depicted on the label is the \"Yukiotoko\" (Snow Monster). It is based on a \"strange beast\" featured in Hokuetsu Seppu (Snow Country Tales), a late-Edo period bestseller written by Uonuma-native author Bokushi Suzuki, which portrays life in Japan's snow country. In the book, this character is described as a kind-hearted mountain spirit who, in exchange for a rice ball from a traveler lost in the mountains, helps them by carrying their heavy luggage and guiding them to safety. Inheriting this spirit of mutual aid, Aoki Shuzo has been donating a portion of the sales from the \"Yukiotoko\" series to the local mountain rescue and accident prevention council since 2010. Even today, Yukiotoko remains a deeply meaningful and romantic sake that actively supports rescue missions to keep mountain climbers safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/category\/sake\/kakurei-bokushi-yukiotoko-%e9%b6%b4%e9%bd%a2%e3%83%bb%e7%89%a7%e4%b9%8b%e3%83%bb%e9%9b%aa%e7%94%b7%ef%bc%88%e9%9d%92%e6%9c%a8%e9%85%92%e9%80%a0%ef%bc%89\/\" title=\"鶴齢 青木酒造 Kakurei\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/yukiotoko_banner_05_490x735_9d299363-bb4a-49b3-98d0-f0a5ca128a53.jpg?v=1786522059\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vin et Saké Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49637549474020,"sku":"T04150006PAC000B","price":180.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/A244_yukiotoko_735x735_01.jpg?v=1786522176"},{"product_id":"b132-yukiotoko-cup-雪男-純米酒カップ-青木酒造-新潟県-180ml","title":"[B132] Yukiotoko Junmai Cup 雪男 純米酒カップ 青木酒造 新潟県 180ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJapan’s greatest invention\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCupzaké (Cup saké) is one of Japan’s greatest inventions. You can enjoy it anytime, anywhere, either chilled or warmed (simply place the cup in hot water). It’s incredibly easy to carry, requiring no glassware or bottle openers—just pop the lid and enjoy. At a perfect single-serve size of 180ml, if you find yourself wanting more, you can simply open a second cup! The glass can also be washed and reused.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Part of Life and Culture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is no exaggeration to say that cupzaké is woven into the fabric of daily life in Japan. A classic Japanese travel experience is enjoying a regional specialty bento box or local snacks paired with cupzaké on a long-distance train. It is a must-try when you visit Japan. Fortunately, here in Hong Kong, there are no restrictions against drinking alcohol on the street or outdoors. With this cupzaké, you can enjoy casual outdoor drinking even more freely!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFine Quality in a Cup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome may occasionally associate cupzaké, Kanzaké (warmed saké), or Al-ten (alcohol-added saké) with low-quality liquor. However, this is a misconception. Rest assured, the saké we select breaks all these stereotypes, and this Yukiotoko Cup is a prime example of exceptional quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Yukiotoko\" (meaning \"Snow Monster\") is another exceptional label from Aoki Shuzou, crafted in a dry style. It focuses on the pure umami of rice and a sharp, clean finish. This Junmai-shu is made from 100% Miyama-Nishiki rice with a polishing rate of 60%. Excellent served both chilled and warmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/category\/sake\/kakurei-bokushi-yukiotoko-%e9%b6%b4%e9%bd%a2%e3%83%bb%e7%89%a7%e4%b9%8b%e3%83%bb%e9%9b%aa%e7%94%b7%ef%bc%88%e9%9d%92%e6%9c%a8%e9%85%92%e9%80%a0%ef%bc%89\/\" title=\"鶴齢 青木酒造 Kakurei\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/yukiotoko_banner_03_490x735_305c7565-2f17-4b52-8ef9-d6efb7abd5c0.jpg?v=1786525477\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vin et Saké Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49638077235428,"sku":"T04150006PAA000A","price":45.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/5956_yukiotoko_cup_735x735_01.jpg?v=1786525533"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/collections\/yukiotoko_cup_image_01_400x400_6219b3c3-d488-4837-94f7-f82570ea8144.jpg?v=1786523569","url":"https:\/\/vinetsakenature.com\/collections\/yukiotoko.oembed","provider":"Vin et Saké Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}