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The alluring bottle design tops off the sake's presentation, sure to make a splash when you fill your guests' glasses.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JFC","offers":[{"title":"720 ml","offer_id":42533347786938,"sku":"J40981","price":115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/8631\/5323\/files\/suehiro-ken-1200.jpg?v=1733792657"},{"product_id":"kamotsuru-tokusei-gold","title":"Kamotsuru - Tokusei Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eKamotsuru's Signature Blend is the original gold-flaked Daiginjo sake. The two edible, gold flake Sakura blossoms in each bottle are meant to represent two cranes who’ve mated for life. The gold isn’t the only thing that sets this sake apart from the rest. From its strawberry, banana nose, to its fresh, tropical flavor, Tokusei Gold brightens the heart. Like taking in a deep breath from the top of Mt. Misen, this brew will help you find your center. 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