Kubota 久保田
Kubota – 久保田
Kubota is a flagship Niigata sake brand from Asahi Shuzo, loved for its clean, dry “tanrei-karakuchi” style. With refined aroma, sharp finish, and beautiful balance, Kubota embodies the elegance of Niigata’s snow country sake.
Kubota – Featured Sake
Why Kubota is Special
1. Born in Niigata, Home of Tanrei-Karakuchi
Kubota is brewed in Niigata, a region famous for its snowy winters, cool climate,
and exceptionally pure water. These conditions create sake that is:
・light and refined
・clean and dry
・beautifully understated
expressing the heart of Niigata’s “tanrei-karakuchi” style.
2. Asahi Shuzo’s Signature of Precision
Brewed by Asahi Shuzo (朝日酒造), Kubota represents decades of careful craftsmanship.
The brewery focuses on:
・precise rice polishing
・strict temperature control
・delicate aroma management
to achieve a consistently elegant and stable flavor profile.
3. Clean Aroma and Beautifully Dry Finish
Kubota is known for its gentle aroma and crisp, dry aftertaste.
Rather than being overly fruity, it offers:
・subtle fragrance
・smooth entry
・clear, refreshing finish
making it a sake you can enjoy over a long meal without fatigue.
4. Perfect Match for Refined Cuisine
Its light, dry profile pairs especially well with:
・sushi and sashimi
・tempura
・delicate kaiseki dishes
Kubota supports the meal quietly, enhancing flavors while staying in the background
— a true “dining sake” for sophisticated tables.
5. A Trusted Standard for Premium Niigata Sake
Kubota has become a benchmark name among premium dry sakes, chosen by restaurants,
hotels, and sake lovers across Japan and overseas. For many drinkers, it is:
・the first high-quality Niigata sake they encounter
・a reliable choice for gifts and celebrations
・a symbol of polished, modern Japanese sake culture.
A bottle that quietly expresses the dignity and clarity of Niigata.
