I visited in the evening. This time, I ordered the Fresh Cozy trio of Berry Cozy Amazake soft serve. Fresh Cozy has a strong sweetness, but it's not unpleasant, it's a natural sweetness. The three types of Berry Cozy didn't have much of a koji taste, but the berries were delicious. The soft serve had the taste and flavor of rice koji amazake, and it surprisingly went well with the soft serve, creating a delicious combination. I love koji amazake, so everything was very delicious. Thank you for the meal.

I had been curious about this shop for a while. Even though I'm not a fan of sweet sake, I decided to cool down by visiting the shop because it was hot. It was my first time, so I chose the summer limited Citrus Mix. My partner went with the safe option of Fresh Cozy. The Citrus Mix was refreshing and delicious, but if you want to enjoy the taste of koji, then Fresh Cozy is the way to go. You can really taste the sweetness of the koji in it! It was quite sweet, but not overly sticky, so it was enjoyable to drink. We also had soft serve ice cream, which was also delicious with a strong koji flavor! The flavors are so intriguing that I want to go back again to try more!

On August 13, 2023 (Sunday) at 16:20, I visited the restaurant for the second time with my wife and three sons! I had visited alone for the first time recently and wanted to treat my wife, who loves koji, so I was happy to visit again. On this day, we started with soft serve ice cream at a sightseeing farm, visited Kamikawa Shrine, had a vegetable lunch at a renovated cafe, and enjoyed a hot spring at Lodge Nutapkaushi. We planned to relax our tired bodies in the hot spring and then refresh with rice koji juice. My wife chose the popular No. 1 soy milk kinako cozy (400 yen), while my sons and I chose the milk cozy (380 yen). Last time, I found it a bit too sweet, but I realized that you can request it with less sweetness. The milk cozy had a nice milky flavor, which was also delicious. My wife was delighted, saying, "Today is all about doing good things for our bodies." We still have more to do today - next, we'll head to Tomisawa for soft serve ice cream. "Yes! I'm looking forward to the soft serve ice cream!" My wife and sons are in high spirits, and our irreplaceable day continues!

2023.08.06 (Sun) 13:50 First visit to the National Route 275 that connects Asahikawa with Biei and Furano, a road that holds many memories for me since my high school days. Along this R275 route, there is a small village called Chiyogaoka, and I was surprised to find a shop like this in such a place. I had seen it a few times since returning to Asahikawa, and with high ratings from my followers, I knew I had to visit. If it's delicious, I also want to bring my wife who loves amazake. With these thoughts in mind, I visited on a rainy day. Inside the shop, there was a female staff member and no other customers, just three lively women who seemed like mom friends. I ordered the Fresh Cozy COLD (350 yen) for takeout. Wow! The difference was noticeable from the first sip. The wonderful flavor of the non-heated raw koji came through very well. Made from "Yumepirika" rice grown with organic fertilizer in Asahikawa by a contracted farmer and processed for over 50 hours in the workshop behind the store, this koji has a strong commitment to quality. Personally, I thought it could be a bit less sweet, but among the amazake I've had in the Asahikawa area, it was by far the most delicious. By the way, the best amazake I've ever had as a couple was the complimentary amazake at the "Furukawa" inn in Jozankei Onsen (^ω^) Unfortunately, this one didn't surpass that, but it was still a cup full of dedication that made me want to bring my wife here. Thank you for the meal! I will definitely make sure to visit again when passing by the shop! Keep up the good work in preserving and delivering delicious flavors that are safe, secure, and locally produced ^o^

I had a cold fruity drink and was impressed by the burst of flavor with the first sip. It felt like it was crafted to perfection, focusing solely on deliciousness. It's too precious to be called just a smoothie. I also noticed they were selling amazake and bought some to enjoy at home. It was incredibly delicious, truly a craft beverage. My parents were also surprised by how good it was.

This is a shop in Nishikagura, Asahikawa City that uses homemade rice koji for their sweet sake. They use Asahikawa-grown rice cultivated with organic fertilizers and homemade rice koji that takes almost 50 hours to cultivate in the factory behind the shop. The menu includes sweet sake with fruits and vegetables. I ordered the "Red Cozy" (550 yen) which contains rice koji sweet sake, beets, pineapple, apple, and carrot. The menu describes it as a nutritious combination of sweet sake as a "drinkable IV" and beets as "edible blood transfusion." The natural sweetness of beets, the aroma of koji, and the refreshing taste of sweet sake or juice made it quite delicious! It is said to be good for recovering from fatigue. They also offer soft serve ice cream made with rice koji sweet sake, which I also tried. I ordered the "Rice Koji Sweet Sake Soft Serve" (380 yen) with the optional "Rich Rice Koji Sauce" topping. The soft serve made with homemade rice koji sweet sake and Jersey milk was a unique taste, with a refreshing sweetness. The combination of sweet sake and milk was nice, and the rice koji sauce topping was delicious. I was quite satisfied! This gentle and delicious sweet sake is something I would like to visit occasionally.

Many people may be starting their Golden Week holiday today. At the edge of Asahikawa, just a short drive away, there is Biei Town. A shop that I had been curious about for a while. Starting today is Golden Week! But I have a live broadcast! Click here for the B-grade gourmet ranking. It's a shop called "Nama Koji Amazake Specialty Store." It's a shop that specializes in amazake made from koji. They offer takeout only for now. The shop has a cozy counter seating area. The shop was run by a handsome young man on the day I visited. The drink I tried was a Hojicha Latte Coolzy. It had a strong koji aroma and a subtle sweetness. The shop recommended serving it at 65 degrees Celsius, and it was indeed delicious. I also tried their Soft Serve Ice Cream made with rice koji amazake. The soft serve had a strong koji flavor with a good balance of milkiness. The cone was made of waffle, which complemented the soft serve well. The soft serve was made with Jersey cow milk, giving it a rich taste. I might make a detour to this shop again when heading towards Furano.

I visited 'COOZY JUICE STAND', a specialty shop for homemade rice koji-based sweet sake in Nishi-Kagura, Asahikawa City. I ordered the '3 Berry Cozy 500 yen' from the COLD COOZY menu, while my three companions ordered the 'Matcha Cozy 400 yen', 'Soy Milk Kinako Cozy 380 yen', and 'Rice Koji Sweet Sake Soft Serve Ice Cream 380 yen'. The '3 Berry Cozy' is the most popular cold drink, made with rice koji sweet sake, milk, strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and yogurt, offering a refreshing and slightly tangy taste. The 'Matcha Cozy' contains rice koji sweet sake, milk, and matcha, while the 'Soy Milk Kinako Cozy' includes rice koji sweet sake, organic unsweetened soy milk, and organic kinako, providing a healthy and pleasant flavor. The 'Rice Koji Sweet Sake Soft Serve Ice Cream' has a light and mildly sweet taste, complemented well by the sweet waffle cone. Each product made with homemade rice koji was meticulously crafted, showcasing the strong dedication of the shop owner.

Koji (malted rice) is truly amazing and versatile. Is this even still considered amazake? The new or limited-time products that I try always have surprises packed in them. If you're curious about what kind of drink it is, please take a look at the photo. It's really impressive. The restrained sweetness of the malted rice is truly wonderful. I just returned from a 3-night, 4-day trip in the air, and I didn't receive such a high-quality drink on the plane (at the time of posting). Even in first class on domestic flights, they may serve champagne, but it's not the same. Enjoying a cozy, sophisticated drink while watching planes fly overhead at the airport is a special experience.

The introduction was... the second time, but actually I stopped by more often ♬ I drank it right away and completely forgot about my work... haha It's been a while since the last introduction...♪*ﾟ【Milk Cozy】♬ 380 yen As always, the interior is clean and refreshing ✩.*˚ And the handsome and friendly owner's strong presence is still there~(*^ω^*)♡ This was my first time trying Milk Cozy, but the richness of the milk goes well with the koji~(๑´ڡ`๑)♡ The sweetness is gentle ✩.*˚ I often see customers flocking outside on holidays or during tourist seasons, so I usually try to visit when it seems less crowded (｡ᵕᴗᵕ｡) This time, I also bought some "Jerusalem artichoke chips" that seem good for the body ♬ I've seen them at the Eleven in Biei too...♪*ﾟ These salt-free, health-conscious chips have a simple and delicious flavor ♡ My body craves Cozy... I will stop by again soon ♬ Thank you for the meal~(*˘︶˘*).｡.:*♡

Despite being a popular shop with entry restrictions, Cozy continues to attract a steady stream of customers. I had tried various drinks, but the master suggested trying the banana milk, so I ordered it. After taking a photo with the container in hand, I inserted a straw and took the first sip, and it was delicious right from the start. Each drink here has a unique flavor, but they are all so tasty. It must be thanks to the power of the koji supporting the flavor. I wish I could savor it slowly, but I end up finishing it in no time, which is a bit regrettable.

I came back after a long time. Even though it's Sunday, I have to work, so I decided to treat myself with a refreshing drink. I've always wanted to try the berry smoothie here. The manager and I had a little chat, and before I became a bother to the next customer, I left the store and enjoyed my drink while driving. The taste always amazes me. It's packed with anthocyanins, so it seems good for the body. Yet, it's delicious - a winning combination. The taste of rice malt may already be familiar to our bodies, making it even more enjoyable and nostalgic. I definitely want to stop by again.

Visit date July 18, 2020 (Saturday). Today, I visited my wife's mother's grave and then attended a meeting at the Doskoi Club in Biei. On the way to Biei, I stopped by a place that I had always been curious about. I didn't have much prior knowledge, but I had heard that they sell koji juice on Tabelog. I was a bit unsure if it was a place for older folks like me to enter, but I decided to give it a try. It was extremely hot, so I decided to try the rice koji amazake soft serve ice cream that was on the counter. I ate it in the car since dining inside was not allowed due to COVID-19. It had a subtle taste and aroma of koji, and it was quite delicious. It helped me cool down as well. Next time, I definitely want to try the cozy item. Thank you for the meal!

After a brief closure period, the shop has reopened. I visited at a good time. The influence of the corona virus is strong, isn't it? This time, I ordered the drink mentioned in the title above. I noticed that there was no milk in it from the image. It seemed good for the throat. I got it to go, and it is more acidic than I expected. It also has some sweetness to it. It's a hot drink, but it was quite hot even though I asked for it to be at the temperature range where koji is alive at 65 degrees Celsius. It has a strong cinnamon spice flavor. I want to take care of my body and boost my immune system as I go through each day. Above all, it's delicious though ^^

In March 2020, I started my trip to Hawaii, a place known as "Hi," with a series of posts. Due to the coronavirus situation, Hawaii is currently under a travel restriction, soon to be followed by self-isolation. Despite these challenging times, I hope to share some content from my trip on Eat Log while waiting for Hawaii to return to its former self. My journey to Hawaii started as soon as I left home by car (lol) from March 3rd to 11th. It only took 10-15 minutes to get to the airport by car, and on the way, I stopped at my usual spot to start the day. I had ordered the Tropical Cozy in advance for this day, and the staff were surprised but happy when I told them I would enjoy it before traveling. It was a delicious fruity drink with a hint of sweetness, mainly made with pineapple. The weather was decent, and I headed to the airport.

Winter is approaching, and at this time, warm things become very enjoyable. According to the owner, during this season, they actually prefer to have a lineup of only hot drinks. This time, I tried the Milk Cozy. As soon as I got back to the car and took a sip, I couldn't help but exclaim "Wow!" It was so delicious that I couldn't hold back my excitement, even in the car. It really shows its true potential when served hot. The power of koji is truly amazing. I didn't have time to ponder over it, and before I knew it, I had finished the drink. I wish I could have savored it more slowly. It's so delicious that it disappears quickly (laughs).

In the deepening autumn, I selected Sesame Cozy this time. A fusion of sesame and rice? Sounds exciting. The color that came out is just like cookie cream. I want to eat this kind of ice cream, or should I say drink this ice cream. Let me try it right away, slurp. It's delicious as always. Koji is so versatile, isn't it? Or maybe it's the manager's sharpened sensitivity to make the most of it. I was planning to drink it little by little, but I can't stop, it's addictive (laughs).

Actually... I used to be a little hesitant about koji and sake lees... They are used in cooking, like in miso soup, but I usually avoided ordering dishes with them. However, after reading reviews by Kitadora and Martha, I got curious and decided to give it a try. Is koji similar to amazake? Well, let's try it at least once. Due to my lack of awareness, I had skipped visiting a few times, but finally made it. The restaurant had a parking lot next to it. Upon entering, I was pleasantly surprised by the stylish and clean atmosphere, and the welcoming smile of the handsome young owner. I had already decided on the "Fresh Cozy" drink, but pretended to hesitate a bit. And of course, I couldn't resist trying the soft-serve ice cream as well. I enjoyed the koji juice to go, while having the soft-serve in the store. The unique flavor of koji was gentle, naturally sweet, with a hint of sourness and bitterness. It was as if I had experienced the same excitement as when I first tried freshly squeezed milk that had been pasteurized at low temperature. Could koji be this delicious? The rice used must be good, but the refreshing natural sweetness, faint acidity, and slight bitterness... it felt like my organs were rejoicing in the sake-soaked goodness. I have a feeling I'm going to get hooked on this. It was really delicious. Thank you for the meal.

Today, I came with my parents to this place and after our meal, we decided to order some drinks. My parent wanted something soft, so we ordered that. Their actual impression was that it was sweet and refreshing, which I agree with. The drink I chose this month was the "Red Cozy", which is beet-based and very colorful. It has a nice fruity sweetness to it. The owner mentioned not knowing what will happen next year, but they want to actively participate in promotions. I want to support them in that. ^^

This popular restaurant always has cars in the parking lot no matter when you visit. The owner seems to be very busy as they run the place alone. I waited my turn to be seated and finally ordered the Tomato Koji. It was described as having a great combination of tomato and koji. I drank it in my car and it truly had a harmonious taste as described. You might think tomato and koji don't go together, but you'll understand once you try it. Koji must be versatile in flavor. I'm looking forward to trying something else next time.