Lately, I always go to this store because they have a wide selection of Japanese sake. I usually buy 3 to 4 bottles each time. The store not only offers Japanese sake but also shochu and wine. Additionally, when you purchase alcohol, you can enter a monthly raffle to win premium Japanese sake like Eikun or Juyondai.

There are two shops known as "sacred places of sake" in the world. One of them I frequently visit is "Tsukushinoko" in Ikejiri-Ohashi. It is a mostly members-only sake bar where you can enjoy a variety of sake from all over Japan at a great cost-performance ratio. Recently, they have reduced the number of seats even further, making it more exclusive than a platinum ticket. The other shop is Koyama Shoten, a legitimate liquor store with an impressive selection of sake that surpasses even major liquor stores in Japan. The reason is not just the extensive selection, but also the satisfaction of being able to obtain high-quality sake. The location is a bit inconvenient, about a 15-minute walk from Keio Line's Seijogakuen Station, so a car is necessary. In front of the parking lot, there is an extraordinary, no, majestic store front that overwhelms the surroundings with a sense of dignity. The names of prestigious sake cover the entire wall, creating an atmosphere of a sacred place. The interior is even more impressive, with shelves filled with sake from all over the country competing for dominance. At first, it may feel slightly larger than a regular liquor store, but in the separate room at the back, there are even more prestigious sake. Walking slowly, exploring each shelf, you will find both unfamiliar and familiar sake, making it overwhelming. From Hokkaido in the north to Kyushu in the south, focusing mainly on sake, there is a lineup of hundreds of sake, shochu, awamori, domestic wine, and more. Sake ranges from the extremely rare Juyondai (lottery) to Shinshu Kame Rei, Hanayoiyoku, and Tenmi, which are coveted by sake fans. Furthermore, the selection of shochu, especially from Kagoshima, is remarkable. Time flies in this shop, attracting customers not only from all over Kanto but also many sake enthusiasts who make the effort to drive for hours to visit. The owner and staff provide excellent service, and this time, based on the owner's recommendation, I purchased the following two brands: - Kawazakura Asaki Junmai Ginjo from Nagano, Sake Senzokuya - Kanjaku Densho Yamahai Junmai Sake from Yamaguchi, Horie Sake Brewery

I really wanted to drink "Oze's snowmelt" pink, so I came even though it's early in the morning. But it seems that the Oze snowmelt pink was only available for a limited time, around October, and it sold out quickly. So disappointing... I ended up buying some RISCA chocolate cones that were in stock at the store, and this time I'll take the rabbit home with me. My husband brought some mango liqueur from somewhere, so this time we bought two bottles. However, when we got home and tried to pour it, we realized that it was just fruit syrup. My husband... thought it was alcohol... so funny. The mango syrup was a hit with the whole family. The strawberry liqueur with the cute rabbit on the bottle has some pulp floating in it, but the strawberry flavor is a bit weak. Oh well, at least the rabbit is cute. Thank you for the meal. We'll visit again soon!

What are you looking for? Is it something hard to find? Even if you couldn't find it in liquor stores or online, are you still determined to keep looking? Instead of that, why not go to "Koyama Shoten"? They have 1500 types of alcohol, with a whopping 800 types of Japanese sake. That's more than half of their selection! So even if you can't find what you're looking for, you might discover something new and even better. So stop escaping reality and come dance with me. Now, let's talk about the "Koyama Shoten" that this couple, who loves drinking, got hooked on. The husband quickly found his favorite, "Aizu Chujo," a junmai ginjo sake for 2800 yen. As for the wife, she was on a mission to find unique snacks that are hard to come by elsewhere, like special canned goods. She found three that caught her eye: the "White Ship brand tuna flake in oil," recommended by a friend, the "Beef tongue canned in demiglace sauce," which she had never seen before but fell in love with, and the "Hiroshima oyster canned in lemon sauce," a sure bet for oyster lovers. These are some solid choices for a cozy home drinking session during Golden Week!

I visited this place after seeing the reviews from other customers and thinking "they might have it here." A while back, when I went out drinking, the staff kindly served me a strawberry-flavored sake that didn't make my throat burn and tasted delicious with a strawberry flavor. It was a blurry memory of being quite drunk. The shop had closed down, so that sake became a phantom drink. But coming here, Gandhara, I thought they might have it. The gentle-speaking owner said, "We don't have a strawberry sake, but this fruity and elegant one that won't burn your throat might be what you're looking for. It has a bit of fizziness. Sake is a living thing, you know." He recommended two bottles to me, and I also brought back a package of snacks with a squirrel on it that my friend really wanted. They also sell RISCA chocolate corn here, which made me really happy because I haven't seen it around lately. I think RISCA is the best chocolate corn, but it's hard to find. I wonder why. I tried it right away, and although it wasn't the same as the strawberry sake from before, "Ryuuki" was a soft pink-colored sake that was sweet, easy to drink, and didn't burn my throat. It was delicious. I had always thought sake was harsh and painful to drink, so I was surprised to find such a gentle and easy-to-drink sake. It was an eye-opener for me. The other sake, "Hana," was also easy to drink and had a refreshing aftertaste, but compared to "Ryuuki," it had a more traditional sake taste with a crisp finish. The smell also had that distinct sake aroma. The world of sake is deep and fascinating. I'd like to try a little bit at a time if I have the chance. My next goal is to look forward to going drinking at "Oze no Yukidoke." Keep up the good work, everyone!

There is a shop called "Koyama Shoten" where you can buy any kind of alcohol. It is not as far away as to be called a distant world, and everyone wants to go there. Here are some common questions and answers about the shop: Q) Is it a utopia somewhere? A) It is located in Tama City, Tokyo. Q) How can I get there? Please tell me. A) Take a bus from Seiseki-Sakuragaoka Station or Keio or Odakyu Nagayama Station. It is a 5-minute walk from the bus stop. If you have a car, it is about 10 minutes from the Kokuritsu-Fuchu IC and about 20 minutes from the Inagi IC. There is a large parking lot available. When you arrive, you will be amazed! It's like a real free country, Gandhara!!! It's amazing. The variety of products they offer is incredible. They have 1500 types of alcohol in stock at all times, including sake, shochu, awamori, wine, craft beer, and more. Among them, they have 800 types of sake. It's unbelievable! And there are so many that you've never seen before. I'm already super excited even though I haven't even started drinking. "Koyama Shoten" is a super long-established sake brewery that has been around since 1914. The owner personally visits sake breweries all over the country and selects products that meet their standards. The handwritten price tags not only include the product name but also detailed descriptions of the taste and aroma. However, the handwriting is hard to read. But it's such a passionate and detailed description that it's impossible not to feel their enthusiasm. With such a wide variety of products, you can choose based on the label or design, or go with your gut feeling based on the name. If you're a cautious person who doesn't want to make a mistake, the staff, who are very helpful and kind, will guide you in the right direction. The one we purchased for our home was "Aizu Chujo." There were five different types of "Aizu Chujo" alone. It's truly impressive. "Aizu Chujo" has just the right balance of richness and dryness, and my husband absolutely loves this sake. As for me, I prefer sake with a floral aroma, so I might like something like "Hanaabi." Sake is wonderful. There are so many different aromas and flavors, it's truly unique among alcohols. It's like a utopia where even the pain of living disappears. I highly recommend everyone to go and experience it for themselves! Finding your own favorite drink is a luxurious experience, don't you think?

A friend in a care facility contacted my husband saying they had something they wanted to give us and really wanted to see us. So, we drove to Tokyo after a long time. The sake that my friend really wanted to give us was this one *\(^o^)/* We often visit Izu during the New Year's holidays, so my friend thought we might stop by then and prepared it for us. We're sorry we didn't stop by during the holidays. When we got home, my husband and I toasted to our kind friend while reminiscing about him during "the old year and the new year" *\(^o^)/* It was deeply moving to feel his kindness. Thank you, ◯◯-chan *\(^o^)/*

There were indeed a lot of amazing types of sake. Since I couldn't carry much, I bought a small panda cup sake. I don't really know much about the taste of sake, but it was delicious.

At the end of 2021, I went to the Koyama Shoten to prepare for the New Year's Eve drink. This year, I decided on you!! The ones I purchased this time are: - Koshin Junmai Ginjo Namazake "Bangaihen" - Mutsu Hassen's Bangaihen Junmai Ginjo "Enburi" These were recommended by the owner of the Ki-hachi shop and are said to be original selections from Koyama Shoten. Both were definitely great choices♪ In our household refrigerator, the limit is two 1.8L bottles (^◇^;)

On a Saturday afternoon, I went to Kurobutatei, a recommended spot, and ended up at the sake shop "Koyama Shoten". I was near this shop for car maintenance, so of course I had to stop by. The place was bustling with people, all there for the sake. Everyone seemed focused on finding some special sake. I picked up some beers from Shiga Kogen Brewery, a sake from Hane-ya in Toyama, and a sake from Miyasaka Brewery. The checkout line was long, but I finally paid and left with my purchases in my own bag. I even got some snacks as a bonus. Can't wait to enjoy these drinks at home!

On a Saturday afternoon, I went to Kurobutatei, a recommended restaurant. I had been wanting to visit a sake shop called "Koyama Shoten," and there were at least 3 parking lots available. I parked my car in one of them and was surprised to see many cars already parked there. However, I understood the reason when I entered the store - it was like a treasure trove inside! There were so many things I wanted, and I was intrigued by the variety of sake available. I got so excited and decided to go back to my car to get an eco bag, as I heard that plastic bags were charged. Armed with my eco bag, I started browsing the store again. I realized that I didn't have enough cash for the items I wanted, so I checked if they accepted cards at the register. I filled my basket with the sake I wanted, starting with the craft beer section, which had a great selection of beers from Nagano's Shiga Kogen Brewery, Niigata's Yaehama Brewery, and Tokyo's Tama no Megumi (Ishikawa Sake Brewery). Next, I explored the Japanese sake section, where I found brands like Sagami Nada, Kuro Ryu, and Kyuryu. I ended up buying a bottle of Kyuryu after much deliberation. I paid at the register, where they also offered complimentary snacks. I packed my sake in the eco bag and headed home. The store was crowded with a wide variety of sake, and I couldn't see everything in one visit. I also noticed a section for refrigerated items and a corner with snacks and local products. I was charmed by the store and decided to visit again on a weekday for a more relaxed experience. Outside, there was a water feature with colorful fish that added to the overall charm of the place.

It's a famous shop, so there may not be a need to review it, but since there are no reviews on Tabelog, I decided to write one ☆ Established in Taisho 3, this liquor store in Tama City offers a selection of over 1000 types of carefully selected Japanese sake, shochu, wine, and more from all over Japan, all stored in a large refrigerator. I have been coming here for over 10 years now. It's about a 30-minute drive from my house, but I have never felt that it was far away ☆ This place is like an adult amusement park, a wonderland of Japanese sake ♪ Today, I am excited to see what kind of sake I will encounter as I step into the store♪ Oh, but before that! As a measure against COVID-19, they have alcohol disinfection and mask wearing requirements at the entrance, and they even provide homemade masks. Such wonderful precautions! The ones I purchased today are: ◯ "Sen" Junmai Ginjo Namazake 1.8L ¥3,000 Made with sake rice "Ishikawamon". As the label suggests, it has a gorgeous aroma, the umami of rice, and a delicious aftertaste! And ◯ "Seijitsu ~Special Yell~" Super Limited Unfiltered Namazake 720ml ¥1,800 This is a special limited sake from Koyama Shoten. Fruity with a good acidity and a gas sensation. Not too sweet, and the taste doesn't get boring even after the second sip. Whenever I see Kihachi-san, who has a hoarse voice (sorry, lol), I always ask, "I enjoyed the one from last time, do you have any recommendations for today?" You can't go wrong if you ask for advice when you're unsure about the label☆ In addition to Japanese sake, they also have a variety of shochu, awamori, wine, and unique fruit liqueurs from sake breweries. There is also a fun candy corner for kids near the entrance♪ The whole family can enjoy it♪ Due to the increase in home drinking during the COVID-19 self-restraint period, the number of customers has increased. The parking lot is full on weekends (but there is a security guard to assist) and the store can get crowded, so it's recommended to visit on a quiet weekday during the day for a leisurely browse! With the recent introduction of a charge for plastic bags, Koyama Shoten now sells their original insulated bags (can fit 2 one-liter bottles♪) so I always keep one in my car for whenever I need it (^^) I will continue to rely on them in the future (о´∀`о)ノ At the checkout, you will receive a handwritten information magazine "This Month's Specials"♪(*^^*)

In the western part of Tokyo, there is a famous sake destination that every sake lover knows, called Koyama Shoten. I had some free time and decided to go sake shopping. I finished work early at 4 pm on a weekday and drove to Koyama Shoten. Normally, this place is crowded with people from restaurants and the general public, but I thought it would be less busy now due to the alcohol serving restrictions. And I was right, it was quite empty. One thing that sets this place apart from regular liquor stores is the wide variety of sake, mainly in 1.8-liter bottles instead of the usual 720ml bottles. They have almost all small sake brewery products available, even though some rare items are not displayed on the shelves (they are in the back). It was so much fun exploring all the different kinds of sake and craft beers available. I purchased a bottle of Hoshu (Jyunin) and Nabeshima (Junmai Ginjo Yamada Nishiki) in 1.8-liter bottles, and two more bottles in 720ml size due to fridge space constraints. I spent almost ten thousand yen, but it was worth it for the stress relief. Just like how some women shop for clothes to relieve stress, us drinkers buy sake for the same effect. It was a fun experience. The most enjoyable part is usually drinking outside, but we have to be patient for now. I'll definitely come back for more sake shopping.

Located near Seijo Sakura-gaoka, along the old Kamakura Highway, is the extremely popular liquor store "Koyama Shoten". On weekends and in December, it causes traffic jams on the old highway. Last year, it was a hot topic with an annual revenue of 1 billion yen! Let me introduce you to this long-established liquor store, Koyama Shoten. Established in Taisho 3, it has been walking together with Tama Village since the Great Kanto Earthquake. Located along the old Kamakura Highway, this liquor store is bustling with people coming from afar to seek local sake and famous sake from all over Japan. On weekends and especially at the end of the year (December), it gets crowded with many visitors! The narrow old Kamakura Highway even experiences traffic jams due to Koyama Shoten. Therefore, in recent years, they have been expanding their store and parking lot one after another. It has transformed greatly from its days as a small local liquor store, and it's surprising to see the changes every time you pass by. The photo was taken in the evening, so the congestion is somewhat relieved. Before opening, there may be a line forming... it's quite surprising. Access is along the old Kamakura Highway, near the Ookurigawa River, with ample parking available. During my visit on a weekend in December 2021, I was overwhelmed by the variety and the crowd... I couldn't find "Haramine no Izumi" in the store. I should inquire and visit during a less busy time on a weekday... The lineup of local sake and the expanded store in recent years are truly impressive. When I brought a friend who loves sake, they skillfully navigated through the crowd and ended up making impulse purchases based on the labels! However, what I liked the most was the corner where they sell nostalgic snacks and small daily items from local stores. The mix of old and new inside the store is quite interesting.

On December 27, my husband and I visited a sake shop in Tama City that he had been interested in for a while to buy some good sake for New Year's. We were amazed by the wide variety of sake they had. Just looking at the labels was enjoyable in itself.