Sake Brands
in Fukushima

Fuun Kenkiden: Dokuro Genshiro is a unique collaboration label produced by Meishu Center. It expresses the world of the mysterious swordsman Genshiro, featuring haunting illustrations by the late Toshio Saeki on the label. Contrary to its punk appearance, the bottle contains high-quality Ginjo sake polished by Watanabe Shuzo Honten, with elegant aromas and gentle umami. A trend-setting sake that stimulates sensitivities, where the romance of samurai drama, art, and reliable brewing skills intersect.

Tamura is a brand symbolizing the regional terroir, named after Tamura Town in Koriyama where the brewery is located. While maintaining the 100% natural rice and Kimoto tradition, it pursues a more powerful rice umami and a crisp dry finish. Despite its robust flavor that evokes the richness of the earth, the aftertaste is surprisingly light. Communicating with the local climate and straightly expressing the strength of ingredients, this sake is supported as the ultimate food-pairing choice that powerfully complements meals.

Kinpo is the proud flagship brand carrying on Niida Honke's tradition since its founding. Embodying the belief that "sake must be a healthy beverage," they were among the first to start brewing solely with natural rice in 1967. It features a deep richness brewed with traditional skills and a pure resonance unique to natural rice. Polished over 300 years of history, this cup condensing Fukushima's nature and the craftsmen's sincerity delivers timeless peace and joy to the drinker.

Kiyokawa is a brand that was once brewed by Akimoto Shuzoten, evoking the rich nature of Fukushima. Using the region's pure water and carefully polished rice, it colored local tables for many years with its simple yet deep flavor. Although no longer in production, its name continues to be passed down as a memory that colors the history of Fukushima's sake brewing.

Oshuzuru is a traditional brand named after the dignity of Oshu (beared ancient name for the region) and the elegance of the crane. Valuing the careful handwork possible only in a small brewery, it features a taste where classic tranquility meets modern sensitivity. Brewed by the regional climate, this brand possesses both a dignified elegance and a core richness.

Ozawa no Sakura is a regional limited brand brewed with local rice and water, inspired by the famous "Ozawa no Sakura" tree in Tamura City. It began as a "locals-only sake" for the people of the Ozawa district, and was once a rare find outside the community. Every cup condenses love for the region, spreading images of Fukushima's beautiful spring and the pure sweetness of rice.

Ginsen (Silver Arrow) is an innovative style of Junmai Muroka Nama Genshu that encapsulates the micro-carbonation naturally generated during fermentation. It features a fresh gas sensation that pops the moment it's poured and the juicy umami of freshly pressed rice. Energetic and refreshing, it is a cup that fuses traditional skills with modern needs at a high level.

Nango is the flagship brand with over 180 years of history. It embodies the brewery's ideal of being "rich in flavor yet crisp in finish," possessing a dignity that never tires the palate.

Tsuki to Niji (Moon and Rainbow) is a Daiginjo brand that pursues sophisticated brilliance, as its ethereal name suggests. Highly acclaimed in competitions, it is a masterpiece proving the brewery's solid skills.

Shirokujaku (White Peacock) is the jewel of Yazawa Shuzoten, crowned as the world's best (Trophy) in the Junmai Daiginjo category at the International Sake Challenge. As its name suggests, it pursues the elegance and dignity of a white peacock quietly spreading its feathers. The ultra-soft water from the Kuji River draws out the delicate sweetness of the rice, achieving a silk-like smooth mouthfeel and a crystal-clear resonance. Recognized worldwide for its top-tier quality, it delivers ultimate emotion as the perfect cup to color your most precious moments.

Yamatsuriyama is a local sake bearing the name of a local scenic spot where the brewery is located. It is truly a sake that loves and is loved by the region. A friendly cup where you can enjoy the honest taste of rice.

Matsumitori is the representative local sake brand of Yamasumi, evoking nostalgia. Named after the beauty of pines and love for the hometown, it features a taste that honestly expresses the terroir of Hanawa Town. Its gentle rice umami and clean aftertaste, while not flashy, subtly and warmly support the daily dining table.

Kamiyo kara no Sake is a brand named with respect for the origin of sake brewing since ancient times. Its charm lies in a deep and calm flavor that evokes the traditional brewing culture of Fukushima.

Fukunigiwai is a local sake once brewed by Fujitaya Honten, named with wishes for the region's prosperity. Leveraging Fukushima's rich terroir, it colored local tables for many years with its friendly and warm flavor. Although no longer in production, its name continues to be passed down as a memory that tells the story of Fukushima's sake brewing history.

Den is a brand named with the desire to pass down traditions to the next generation and "transmit (den)" solid skills. It is the crystallization of sincere brewing where Miharu's terroir and Nanbu Toji techniques intersect.

Megohime is a Junmai Ginjo brand full of historical romance, named after the princess born in Miharu who became Date Masamune's first wife. It expresses the dignity of Megohime, the pride of Miharu, with a gorgeous aroma and elegant sweetness. A masterpiece that reflects Miharu's history and romance with delicate beauty spreading in every sip.

Takizakura is a spring-limited Junmai sake named after the 1,000-year-old "Miharu Takizakura," one of Japan's three major cherry trees. It expresses the beauty and vitality of the cascading weeping cherry blossoms with a brilliant and transparent quality. It features a fresh and gentle taste, perfect for special moments celebrating the arrival of spring.

Ibuki (One Step, Self) is a brand that serves as a standard-bearer for the next generation, created by 9th generation owner Kensei Yanai with young passion as an "antithesis to traditional sake." True to its name, which means "taking one step at a time believing in oneself," it pursues a cool, modern taste that resonates with contemporary sensibilities. It features a sophisticated resonance where elegant transparency meets a spreading moderate umami, harmonizing with food. As a challenging drop that redraws the horizons of Fukushima's sake brewing, it receives enthusiastic support from aficionados nationwide.

Cho (Ultra) is a rich and savory Junmai sake reflecting the brewery's will to draw out umami "beyond" (cho) the original potential of rice. It features a rich, solid body and a powerful drinking experience.