One of a kind umeshu
made from premium plum "Tsuyuakane"
A high-quality, crimson-red umeshu (plum liquor) with an elegant taste,
Shunkorei evokes the image of
sunset over the plum field and brings the aroma of plum.
We abundantly use the premium plum "Tsuyuakane" grown
in Fukushima's nature-rich area,
Odaka of Minamisouma City,
to painstakingly produce Shunkorei.
Enjoy the taste of Made in Japan and Made in Fukushima.
Premium Plum "Tsuyuakane"
A hybrid of Japanese plum and Japanese prune,
Tsuyuakane is characterized by larger fruit size and
more attractive vivid red fruit pulp than other varieties.
With a mellower flavor and higher sugar content,
Tsuyuakane has been gaining attention in recent years as a plum variety
suitable for products such as umeshu (plum liquor) and plum juice.
Rarity of Tsuyuakane stems from the fact that it requires a lot of
processing time and effort, such as after-ripening and freezing.
Furthermore, compared with other plum varieties,
Tsuyuakane contains more citric acid and anthocyanin.
It is expected to improve health by relieving fatigue and
establishing a well balanced diet.
Painstaking way of umeshu production
We make every effort to cultivate "Tsuyuakane" to enhance the taste of this premium plum.
The normal height of a Japanese plum tree is 3 to 4 meters. But we dare to prune it at 1.5 meters so that each fruit can be well nourished, resulting in large, high-sugar fruits.
We pick plums when their fruit is still green and apply the after-ripening process to give them a brighter, more beautiful red color.
The after-ripened Tsuyuakane contains about 60 times more anthocyanin than existing plums.
We further preserve the ripened Tsuyuakane by freezing it for one to two years.
Then, we steep them into sake to produce Shunkorei.
1. Picking and sorting
2. After-ripening
3. Freezing
4. Brewing and shipping
Product list
Giving an alcoholic drink as a present has an implication of "making your fortune."
It is recommended for gifts to your loved ones, for celebratory occasions and for yourself.
Standard Line
Shunkorei
(Wine)
Alc. 6% 500ml
Made exclusively from plums, Shunkorei Wine has a beautiful pinky red color and a harmony of the aroma created by fermentation and plum's original aroma.
It is recommended to enjoy it straight or on the rocks.
JPY 2750
Shunkorei
(Brandy)
Alc. 15% 500ml
By steeping plums in brandy, Shunkorei Brandy creates a mellow aroma derived from plums and brandy. Tsuyuakane’s beautiful red color perfectly matches the flavor.
It is recommended to enjoy it on the rocks or with soda water.
JPY 8800
Shunkorei (Shochu)
Alc. 15% 500ml
The shochu (distilled spirit) version of Shunkorei has a light aroma of Tsuyuakane, a sweet yet refreshing aftertaste, and a beautiful red color derived from Tsuyuakane.
It is recommended to enjoy it on the rocks or with soda water.
JPY 5500
Limited Line
Shian
Alc. 12% 500ml
Shian, the limited edition umeshu made from sake brewed in Fukushima, has the aroma and sourness of plums and a sweetness and mildness unique to sake.
It is recommended to enjoy it straight or on the rocks.
JPY 5500
Masaki (Daiginjo)
Alc. 14% 720ml
Masaki, the limited edition umeshu made from sake brewed in Fukushima, has a mild Shunkorei the sake's sweetness. A luxurious blending of Daiginjyo provides a mellower aroma.
It is recommended to enjoy it straight or on the rocks.
JPY 8800
Fuuga
Alc. 15% 500ml
Fuuga, the shochu-based umeshu, has a richer sweetness than Shunkorei. It has a bright color and a sweet plum aroma.
It is recommended to enjoy it on the rocks or with soda water.
JPY 5500
Customer Reviews
We have received many pleasant reviews from those who have actually purchased our products.
Here are some of them.
Brandy-based Umeshu
It was very tasty, with little acidity but abundant sweetness and a brandy richness.
It feels like a sense of luxury different from common umeshu.
I bought it for myself this time, but I would like to buy it as a gift next time!
Shochu-based Umeshu
I bought this as a birthday present for my father. He loved its refreshing taste and drinkability!
Out of curiosity, I tried it myself with soda water. I'm not a hard drinker, but this one was very tasty and I had a couple drinks.
Plum Wine
I was surprised that this wine was made only from plums, because the wine has an image of grapes.
This sweet wine has a low alcohol content and is easy to drink thanks to its low astringency.
It is rich in polyphenols and anthocyanins, which are antioxidants, so it seems to have a great effect on women as well!