Sake Brands
in Fukuoka

Fukuoka Prefecture is a famous production area for 'Yamada Nishiki,' ranking 4th in national production. It was one of the first prefectures to start cultivating Yamada Nishiki nationwide, and grows high-quality rice like Itoshima 'Yamada Nishiki' and Mizuma 'Yume Ikkon.' Chikugo River water is soft water said to be suitable for brewing, low in minerals, characterized by a mellow mouthfeel and delicate, gentle taste. Some breweries founded on the banks of the Chikugo River pass down brewing methods using its water. Fukuoka sake pairs perfectly with local dishes like Motsunabe and Mizutaki, characterized by a light dry taste with a clean mouthfeel. The blessed environment of Chikugo River soft water and a leading national Yamada Nishiki production area supports Fukuoka sake.