Yatagarasu Junmai Taruzake Tarutaru (1.8 L)

YATAGARASU Junmai Taruzake “Tarutaru” is produced by Kitamura Shuzo (北村酒造) in Nara Prefecture, one of the birthplaces of Japanese sake culture. Nara holds deep historical significance in sake brewing, as ancient temples in the region played a major role in the early development of sake production techniques.

The name “Yatagarasu” refers to the three-legged crow from Japanese mythology, a symbol of guidance and good fortune often associated with Nara’s cultural heritage.

This sake belongs to the Taruzake (樽酒) category, meaning it is aged in traditional Japanese cedar barrels known as Yoshino cedar, which originates from Nara. These aromatic cedar barrels have been used in sake brewing for centuries, especially for ceremonial occasions and celebrations.

The cedar aging imparts distinctive notes of fresh wood, herbs, and forest aromas, giving the sake a refreshing and unique character that differs from most modern sake styles.

The name “Tarutaru” highlights the emphasis on barrel aging, celebrating the traditional craftsmanship and aromatic influence of cedar wood.