Yoshinobu Kimura
Pairing artisan
Profile
Born in Kobe, Japan, he majored in Food Service Management at Johnson & Wales University in the United States before beginning his career as a sommelier in New York. Upon returning to Japan, he served as Head Sommelier at “NARISAWA” in Minami-Aoyama for ten years, introducing innovative pairings of sake, wine, and cocktails around the world. In 2019, he opened “sushi m” in Omotesando, Tokyo, offering a new fusion of sushi and beverages. Since then, through collaborations with restaurants, winemakers, sake breweries, distilleries, and coffee shops both in Japan and abroad, he has continued to expand the possibilities of food and drink.
Reviews
Freshly pressed aromas immediately evoke just-made sake. Bright acidity reminiscent of Hebesu citrus runs in a precise, linear line across the palate rather than spreading broadly. Delicate rice umami lingers with remarkable clarity, leaving a transparent, elegant finish.
投稿日: 2026年07月18日
Juicy aromas of pear and watermelon introduce a beautifully fresh bouquet. True to Houken's refined dry style, the soft richness and crystalline purity of the nakagumi (middle press) are beautifully expressed. Gentle acidity and a clean finish carry through to an elegant aftertaste.
投稿日: 2026年07月18日
Bright aromas of orange and summer citrus introduce a lively palate. Crisp acidity and a clean dry style remain beautifully balanced by generous umami, creating a refreshing yet satisfying finish.
投稿日: 2026年07月18日
A nostalgic bouquet recalls brown sugar and mitarashi rice dumplings. On the palate, gentle rice umami and mellow sweetness are wrapped in soft yogurt-like lactic acidity. Warm, comforting, and effortlessly approachable.
投稿日: 2026年07月18日
While structured, the palate remains relaxed and smooth, with gentle acidity enveloping the whole. The finish is calm and understated, reminiscent of the quiet persistence often found in sake.
投稿日: 2026年06月03日
Fine acidity tightens the palate, delivering a light, transparent, and refreshingly fresh drinking experience.
投稿日: 2026年06月03日
Slightly elevated acidity gives definition, creating a sharp and clean impression. Sweetness is restrained, resulting in an easy-drinking, refreshing profile.
投稿日: 2026年06月03日
A calm, understated aromatic profile and precisely balanced structure define the wine. Slightly elevated acidity tightens the frame, while a faint bitterness adds definition to the finish. A sake that combines clarity with depth.
投稿日: 2026年06月02日
The palate leans slightly dry, with gentle acidity allowing rice-derived sweetness and umami to take center stage. While maintaining a light profile, it shows depth and breadth, achieving harmony through natural umami rather than relying on acidity.
投稿日: 2026年05月25日
Grain-driven aromas dominate, with faint fruity accents. Dry in structure, though restrained acidity allows sweetness to come forward. Fresh yet showing subtle matured spice notes from pasteurization, adding depth and savory richness to the profile.
投稿日: 2026年02月09日