Sake Brands
in Fukuoka

"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.

"Umegatani" is the flagship brand bearing the brewery's name, embodying the climate of Chikuho and the skills of traditional sake brewing. Using sake rice grown in Okuma-machi, Kama City and local water, it is carefully brewed using old-fashioned handmade methods. It features a rich flavor that cherishes the umami of rice, with a substantial body and richness. The sake quality is suitable for enjoying as warmed sake, where the sweetness and umami of the rice expand fully, resulting in a mellow and gentle mouthfeel. It goes well with local cuisine of the Chikuho region and home-cooked tastes, and is loved locally as a sake that accompanies daily dining. It is a brand that has walked together with the local food culture, maintaining a rustic and warm flavor typical of old-fashioned sake.

"Kurodabushi" is the flagship brand of Osato Shuzo, a powerful brand imaging Kanbei Kuroda who built the foundation of the Fukuoka domain and his vassals, the Kuroda Bushi. Expressing the bravery and sincerity of the Kuroda warriors active from the Sengoku period to the Edo period in the sake quality, it features a sturdy, substantial, and satisfying flavor. It is a rich sake quality that fully brings out the umami and richness of rice, finished to make you feel roundness and gentleness within the strength. Designed to be suitable for enjoying as warmed sake, when heated, the sweetness and umami of the rice expand fully, becoming a mellow and deep flavor. It goes well with local cuisine of the Chikuho region, hot pot dishes, and strong-flavored dishes, making it ideal as a dining sake to enjoy with meals. It is loved locally as a sturdy and masculine brand that infuses the history of Fukuoka and the spirit of Bushido into sake.

"Hikosan" is a brand named after the sacred mountain Mt. Hikosan, located on the border of Fukuoka and Oita prefectures, expressing the purity and holiness of the sacred ground of mountain worship. Mt. Hikosan has long been known as a sacred site of Shugendo and has gathered the faith of people in the Chikuho region. Infusing the pure and sacred atmosphere into the sake quality, it features a clean, light flavor and a transparent mouthfeel. Aiming for a clear sake quality worthy of the name of the sacred mountain, it is finished with a clear taste free of off-flavors. When enjoyed cold, the refreshing aroma and sharp mouthfeel stand out, making it suitable for the hot summer season. It has been loved locally for a long time as a brand bearing the name of Mt. Hikosan, familiar to the people of the Chikuho region.

"Fukutsuru" is the flagship brand of Ishii Sangyo, combining an auspicious name wishing for "wealth" and "long-lasting prosperity" with the elegance of a "crane" (tsuru). Using sake rice grown in Kaneo, Miyawaka City and local water, it is carefully brewed using traditional methods. It features a rich flavor that cherishes the umami of rice, with a substantial body and richness. The sake quality is suitable for enjoying as warmed sake, where the sweetness and umami of the rice expand fully when heated, resulting in a mellow and gentle mouthfeel. It goes well with local cuisine of the Chikuho region and home-cooked tastes, and is also enjoyed at celebrations and festive occasions. It is loved as a brand that has been cherished locally for a long time, protecting the tradition of sake brewing rooted in the community.

"Genjiinomori" is a brand handled by Hayashi Ryuhei Shuzojo, imaging the rich natural environment of Saigawa, Miyako-machi. "Genjii" is based on a legendary figure who continued to protect the local forest, expressing the importance of coexistence with nature and environmental protection. It features sake brewing utilizing the purity of the rich forest spreading at the foot of Mt. Hikosan and the bounty of the underground water welling up from there. Characterized by a fruity and gentle aroma and a soft mouthfeel, it expresses the coolness and peace felt in the forest in the sake quality. With a taste that makes you feel the umami of rice and the bounty of nature, it is a calm and well-balanced finish. As a natural sake, it is also a brand showing the attitude of sake brewing considering the environment, infused with the brewery's philosophy of cherishing local nature.

"Zanshin" is a brand handled by Hayashi Ryuhei Shuzojo, expressing the spirit of "Zanshin" in martial arts. "Zanshin" refers to the spirit in martial arts of remaining alert even after completing a technique, not forgetting respect for the opponent and self-admonition. This brand embodies the brewery's stance of not allowing any compromise in all processes of sake brewing and remaining alert until the end. Characterized by a dignified appearance and a strong flavor with a core, it is a sake quality with a solid structure despite being light (tanrei). The sharp finish and the elegant umami remaining as an aftertaste after drinking express the spirit of "Zanshin." It attracts attention from sake lovers as a philosophical brand incorporating the spirituality of martial arts into sake brewing.

"Toyokoma" is the flagship brand of Towatari Shuzo, expressing rich harvest and sake that is powerful and dynamic like a horse (koma). Utilizing the rich natural environment of Soeda-machi and the underground water of Mt. Hikosan, it features a rich flavor that fully brings out the umami of rice. It has a solid body and richness, making it a satisfying sake quality. Designed to be suitable for enjoying as warmed sake, when heated, the sweetness and umami of the rice expand fully, becoming a mellow and deep flavor. It goes well with local cuisine of the Chikuho region, hot pot dishes, and strong-flavored dishes, making it ideal as a dining sake to enjoy with meals. As a brand that has been loved locally for a long time, it walks together with the food culture of Soeda-machi.

"Hikosan" is a brand bearing the name of the sacred mountain Mt. Hikosan, expressing the purity and holiness of the sacred ground of mountain worship. Currently located at the foot of Mt. Hikosan, it is a brand unique to the brewery, using the clear underground water welling up from the sacred mountain as brewing water and pursuing a crystal clear sake quality. It features a clean, light flavor and a transparent mouthfeel. Aiming for a pure sake quality worthy of the name of the sacred mountain, it is finished with a clear taste free of off-flavors. When enjoyed cold, the refreshing aroma and sharp mouthfeel stand out, making it suitable for the hot summer season. It is familiar locally as a brand expressing the natural environment of Soeda-machi and Mt. Hikosan.

"Fukutaro" is the flagship brand bearing the brewery's name, a sake with an auspicious name wishing for fortune and abundant prosperity. Unique to the brewery located at the foot of the sacred mountain Mt. Hikosan, it features sake brewing utilizing the pure underground water of the mountain. With a rustic and warm flavor that cherishes the umami of rice, it has a style typical of old-fashioned Japanese sake. The sake quality is suitable for enjoying as warmed sake, where the sweetness and umami of the rice expand fully when heated, resulting in a mellow and gentle mouthfeel. It is a brand familiar to climbers and worshipers visiting Mt. Hikosan, as well as local people. It is a rustic and sincere brand embodying the brewery's stance of protecting the natural environment of Mt. Hikosan and local traditions.

"Toyonokotobuki" is the flagship brand of Goto Shuzo, an auspicious brand containing the wish for sake that continues to celebrate (kotohogi) for a long time in the land of Buzen. Utilizing the climate of Buzen City and local sake rice, it is carefully brewed using traditional methods. It features a rich flavor that cherishes the umami of rice, with a substantial body and richness. Designed with a sake quality considering compatibility with fresh seafood from the Buzen Sea, it is ideal for enjoying with dishes utilizing seafood. It is a well-balanced finish where you can firmly feel the umami of rice despite being light (tanrei). As a brand that has been loved locally for a long time, it walks together with the food culture of Buzen City.

"Saifukanbai" is a brand named after Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, expressing respect for Sugawara Michizane, the god of learning, and the purity of plum blossoms blooming in early spring. Like the plum blossoms of Dazaifu Tenmangu, it infuses dignified elegance and grace into the sake quality. Based on a dry and light profile, it is a well-balanced finish where you can firmly feel the umami of rice despite the clean taste. Characterized by a neat and elegant aroma like early spring plum blossoms and a sharp finish. When enjoyed cold, the refreshing aroma and light taste stand out, functioning as an excellent supporting actor that enhances meals. It is popular as a brand suitable for worship at Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine and celebrations of academic achievement.

"Takamasamune" is the flagship brand holding the brewery's name, expressing noble and powerful sake soaring high like a hawk. Utilizing the rich natural environment and high-quality groundwater of Daizenji-machi, Kurume City, it is carefully brewed using traditional methods. It features a rich flavor that fully brings out the umami of rice, with a substantial body and richness. It has a sake quality that makes you feel elegance within strength, along with a sharp cut like the keen eye of a hawk. Designed to be suitable for enjoying as warmed sake, the sweetness and umami of the rice expand fully when heated. It goes well with local cuisine of the Chikugo region and local gourmet foods such as Kurume ramen and yakitori, and is loved as a brand supporting the local food culture.

"Chikugonokanbai" is a brand expressing the climate of the Chikugo region and the purity of plum blossoms blooming in early spring. Using sake rice grown in the rich natural environment of the Chikugo Plain and high-quality groundwater from Kurume, it features sake brewing utilizing the individuality of the Chikugo region. Based on a dry and light profile, you can firmly feel the umami of rice despite the clean taste. Infusing the dignified elegance and grace of winter plum blossoms into the sake quality, it features a neat, elegant aroma and a sharp finish. When enjoyed cold, the refreshing aroma and light taste stand out, functioning as an excellent supporting actor that enhances meals. Pursuing a sake quality that harmonizes with the food culture of the Chikugo region, it is a brand loved locally for a long time.

"Oniyo" is a brand named after the strange festival "Oniyo" of Daizenji Tamataregu Shrine, a sake rich in local color expressing the traditional culture of Daizenji-machi, Kurume City. "Oniyo" is a brave fire festival held every year on January 7th, counted as one of the three major fire festivals in Japan. It infuses the heat and power of this festival and the wish for warding off evil into the sake quality. It features a powerful and dynamic flavor, with a rich sake quality that fully brings out the umami of rice. Designed to be suitable for enjoying as warmed sake, when heated, the sweetness and umami of the rice expand fully, making you feel warmth like the heat of the festival. It goes well with local cuisine of the Chikugo region and hot pot dishes, and is a brand enjoyed together with the local festival. It is popular as a unique brand rooted in the community, incorporating the traditional culture of Daizenji into sake brewing.