Your expert for Premium - Sake, Japanese fine seasonings and tableware – UENO GOURMET delivers traditional taste and culinary culture from Japan. We are professional Sake – Sommelier, certified wine consultants and members of the Slow Food community and Sommelier-Union Germany. We are importing high-quality produces directly from the source and selected from artisanal producers in Japan.
Sake Food Pairing
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The perfect pairing with food is Premium Sake from Japan. Currently they are over 1300 family owned breweries, and they are bringing this 2000-year brewing tradition into modern times. UENO GOURMET hand selected outstanding breweries to offer you the best selection.
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Shochu is traditional Japanese distilled beverage. The flavor is being carried by the ingredient that is being used for distillation, such as, rice, barley, sugarcane and sweet potatoes. The best way to enjoy Shochu is neat or on the rocks. You can also use it is a base spirit for cocktails. Find Shochu in our Shop
Yuzu sake, umeshu, and fruit-infused Sake drinks combine craftsmanship with vibrant natural flavors. From citrus to plum, shiso, or matcha – these liqueurs are based on sake or shochu and offer real fruit content, smooth texture, and a true Japanese taste. Sake adds umami depth and softness, while shochu brings clarity and lightness. Enjoy them chilled, on the rocks, or as an aperitif – a fruity, refined sip of Japan in every glass. Find Yuzu-Sake in our Shop
There are currently around 1300 family-run breweries in Japan, bringing a 2000-year brewing tradition into the modern age. UENO GOURMET has personally selected over 30 renowned establishments for you.
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Japanese cuisine begins with the right ingredients. Soy sauce, miso, sake, and mirin form the flavorful base of countless dishes – rich in natural umami through fermentation and aging. Citrus notes like yuzu or the tingling spice of sansho add brightness and depth. Whether you're cooking traditional recipes or modern creations, these essential seasonings bring refined Japanese taste into your kitchen. Find Japanese seasoning in our Shop
Explore the different classifications of Premium Sake... For high quality sake, rice is polished prior to processing with the goal of eliminating the bran and protein which encase the starch held at the center of the rice grain. The smaller the rice polishing ratio, the finer and more aromatic the sake.
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Since the 12th century viticulture is part of Japanese wine making tradition. Koshu is known to produce dry, light and crisp white wines paired with a fruity flavor, that is being enjoyed by wine connoisseurs worldwide. Find Koshu Wine in our Shop
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We want to share our knowledge about sake. Information on the manufacture, enjoyment and quality criteria of premium sake and more. Learn more about Premium Sake here
You are fascinated about Sake and you would like to know more the “national drink of the Japanese”. We offer several ways to learn more and increase your knowledge of Sake. Find out more in this blog. Learn more about Education here
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