[Fairfield by Marriott Michi-no-Eki Project] Special Tasting Event to Savor the Charm of Kyoto's Famous Sake 'Kizakura' to be Held on June 27!

The Fairfield by Marriott Michi-no-Eki Project (Location: Oyodonaka, Kita-ku, Osaka; COO: Shigeru Oshima) will collaborate with Kyoto's 'Kizakura Co., Ltd.' to host a tasting event on Saturday, June 27, 2026.

The Fairfield by Marriott Michi-no-Eki Project operates 29 accommodation-focused hotels across Japan, advocating a travel style that uses hotels as a base to 'explore the unknown charms of the region.' The project's concept, 'Quest for the Unknown Japan,' aims to help guests discover unique local experiences and hidden gems across the country. This Kizakura tasting event was planned to allow guests to experience the charm of Kyoto Prefecture.

Kyoto's Fushimi district has long developed as one of Japan's leading sake-brewing regions, passing down a unique brewing culture supported by abundant groundwater. Kizakura uses 'Fushimizu,' a famous water source from the same vein as the 'Gokosui' of Fushimi, which was selected as the first of Japan's 100 Best Waters, for its brewing. This medium-hard water contains a balanced mix of potassium and calcium, promoting steady fermentation even at low temperatures, resulting in a delicate, elegant flavor with minimal off-flavors. Furthermore, Kizakura carefully polishes its raw rice over time to remove components that impair flavor, achieving high-quality sake. Skilled master brewers meticulously oversee every step, from koji making to fermentation and aging, crafting each bottle with dedication.

This tasting event features a lineup of unique brands. Offerings include 'Shiboritate Ginjo Genshu,' a seasonal release (June–August) made with 'Gin-Omi' rice from Shiga Prefecture and 'Gohyakumangoku' rice, characterized by its gorgeous aroma and the deep flavor of undiluted sake; 'Kizakura Perle,' named after the French word for 'pearl,' which features a smooth mouthfeel, refreshing acidity from wine yeast, and gentle sweetness from rice, making it recommended for beginners; and 'Kizakura Highball Yuzu Sake,' which blends fragrant yuzu juice with a sake base for a crisp, low-sugar finish. Whether you are familiar with sake or a first-timer, you can enjoy these varieties. We invite you to compare the aromas and flavors to fully appreciate the depth of the sake culture nurtured in Fushimi, Kyoto.

Event Details
● Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
● Location: Fairfield by Marriott Kyoto Kyotamba, 1st Floor Lobby Lounge
● Time: 16:00–19:00
● Registration: Not required. Guests can participate freely during event hours.
● Fee: Free
* Alcohol tasting is strictly prohibited for those under 20 and those planning to drive.

Kizakura Co., Ltd. was founded in 1925 in Fushimi, Kyoto. With the desire to 'provide a place where people can feel closer to sake,' they have continued their unique path as a young manufacturer in a region crowded with long-established breweries. By introducing TV commercials ahead of the industry and developing products free from stereotypes, they have brought a fresh breeze to the sake industry with 'creative ideas' and 'innovative action.' They are also actively engaged in promoting sake culture through experiences, such as 'Kappa Country,' Kyoto's first local beer restaurant; 'Fushimizu-gura,' where visitors can observe the production processes of both sake and craft beer; and the 'Tanba Distillery,' which distills gin and whisky. They aim for future-oriented sake brewing that rediscovers and reconstructs the charm of sake culture while sincerely facing the traditional culture of sake production.