Sake Brands
in Fukuoka

"Kyushu Daiginjo" is the flagship brand of Hamachi Shuzo. Characterized by a gentle throat feel and a sweet, fruity aroma, it is easy to drink despite being undiluted sake (Genshu) with a relatively high alcohol content. Using "Yumeikkon" grown under contract locally, it is a Daiginjo sake expressing the climate of Kyushu.

"Wazen Ashirai" means conversation and behavior at a dining table, and "Noh" connects to Noh theater, which is the origin of the trade name "Suginoya." As a sake that accompanies meals, it is a brand emphasizing harmony with cuisine. It embodies respect for the brewery's history and Japanese traditional culture.

"Fuki no Homare" is an auspicious brand name, with "Fuki" meaning wealth and nobility, and "Homare" meaning honor and reputation. It is a prestigious brand popular for celebrations and gifts, expressing the value of traditional sake brewing in Fukuoka.

"Suginoya" uses the brewery's trade name itself as the brand name, expressing the history and identity of the brewery. Derived from the first owner's love for Noh theater, it is a brand filled with respect for Japanese traditional culture. It conveys the history of the brewery that built a Noh stage to the present.

"Hanegi" is a brand derived from the brewery's traditional pressing method "Hanegi Shibori." It is a brand name expressing pride in this traditional method and the unique sake quality produced by it. The traditional technique of slowly pressing with the weight of stones using the principle of leverage realizes a fresh and delicate flavor due to gentle pressing.

"Shiraito" is the name of the brewery, presumed to be derived from Shiraito Falls, a famous spot in Itoshima. It is a brand name evoking a clear stream of water, expressing the rich nature of Itoshima. It is a brand where the climate of Itoshima and the tradition of Shiraito Shuzo merge.

"Kizo" means "Brewery of Joy," a brand name imbued with the joy of sake brewing and the wish for sake that brings joy to the drinker. It expresses the brewers' passion for sake brewing and consideration for the drinker.

"Tanaka Rokujugo" is the flagship brand of Shiraito Shuzo, highly acclaimed nationwide. "Tanaka" in the brand name is the surname of the brewery owner and also means "in the middle of rice fields." The Itoshima region has long been known as a major production area of Yamada Nishiki, and the brewery literally stands in the middle of rice fields. "Rokujugo" (65) represents the polishing ratio of 65%, and all "Tanaka Rokujugo" are unified with 100% Itoshima Yamada Nishiki and 65% polishing ratio. Gently pressed by Hanegi Shibori, it features a fresh flavor, a clean and round mouthfeel, and a smooth drinking sensation with refreshing acidity. It is a brand representing Shiraito Shuzo, harmonizing the three elements of Itoshima's climate, traditional methods, and the finest sake rice.

"Kunsen" shares the same name as the company. "Kun" (Fragrance) suggests a pleasant aroma, and "Sen" (Hermit/Sage) evokes hermits and nobility. It is a brand name aiming for a fragrant and prestigious sake quality, expressing the charm of traditional sake brewed in Iizuka.

"Mizuhogiku" is the name of the brewery and its representative brand. "Mizuho" means rice ears and is a beautiful name for Japan, while "Kiku" (Chrysanthemum) is a symbolic flower of Japan. It is a prestigious brand name expressing Japanese tradition and beauty, symbolizing sake brewing that utilizes the climate of Iizuka.

"Uokichi" is a brand derived from the brewery's old trade name "Uokichi." It won the Gold Prize in the Ginjo Sake Division of the Fukuoka Regional Taxation Bureau Sake Appraisal. Using Yamada Nishiki from Itoshima City, it features a fruity, gentle aroma and deep flavor. It is a brand that inherits the history and tradition of the brewery.

"Himeotome" is a brand name that gives an elegant and feminine impression. It evokes a gentle and gorgeous sake quality and is loved by a wide range of people as an approachable brand.

"Sharikura" is produced as Junmai Ginjo sake. "Shari" is a Buddhist term, and it is a brand name expressing prestige and spirituality. It expresses the brewery's stance of cherishing traditional Japanese culture and spirituality.

"Iccho Manpo" is a distinctive brand of Mizuhogiku Shuzo, using edible rice grown without pesticides by local farmer Takao Furuno using the Aigamo farming method. Usually, sake uses sake brewing rice (sakamai), but this brand is a rare initiative using edible rice. "Iccho" represents the Aigamo duck, and "Manpo" represents abundant blessings, symbolizing environmentally friendly farming methods and cooperation with the community. Cooperating with local farmers, it is a brand embodying "true local sake," engaging consistently from environmentally friendly rice growing to sake brewing.

"Tamanoi" is one of the representative brands of Kanhokuto Shuzo, a traditional brand continuing since its founding. The name "Tamanoi" implies sake like a jewel drawn from clear well water, and it is a brand that has been loved locally for a long time. It has the versatility to be enjoyed both cold and warm, making it ideal as a sake to enjoy with daily meals.

"BLACK JACK" is a unique brand handled by Kanhokuto Shuzo, aiming for a modern sake quality that goes beyond the traditional image of sake. The brand name is derived from the manga masterpiece "Black Jack," expressing the attitude of sake brewing that opens up its own path like a solitary genius surgeon. To be approachable for the younger generation and sake beginners, it features a fruity, gorgeous aroma and a clean mouthfeel.

"30VISION" is a brand developed by Kanhokuto Shuzo aiming for a sake of a new era, a proposal-type product aimed at the younger generation centered on people in their 30s. The brand name "30VISION" implies the wish to be a sake that accompanies the lifestyle and vision of people in their 30s. With a modern flavor design, it features a fruity aroma and a light, clear mouthfeel.

"Kikutamanoi" is a brand inheriting the lineage of "Tamanoi," popular as a celebratory sake crowned with the auspicious characters "Kiku" (Joy continues for a long time). Based on the traditional sake quality of "Tamanoi," it is finished with a fuller and rounder flavor, suitable for those who prefer rich and savory sake. It features a rich flavor that fully brings out the umami of rice, with a firm body and richness.

"Kiheita" is a brand in Kanhokuto Shuzo's lineup that demonstrates individuality while adhering to traditional methods. The name "Kiheita" implies a peaceful and thick (rich) sake that brings joy, characterizing a sake quality that cherishes the goodness of old-fashioned sake. It has substantial rice umami and richness, offering a satisfying and mellow flavor.

"Kanhokuto" is the flagship brand bearing the brewery's name, pursuing a dignified and clean sake quality like the Big Dipper shining in the winter night sky. The brand name embodies the wish to be a clear, beautiful sake like the Big Dipper shining in the cold winter night sky, featuring a refreshing flavor based on a dry and light profile. With a sharp finish and a clean drinking sensation, it functions as an excellent supporting actor that enhances meals.