Sake Brands
in Fukushima

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.

Wakazeki is the flagship brand named with youthful vitality and strong will. With a strict commitment to 100% "Koriyama-made" rice, yeast, water, and craftsmen, it achieves the ultimate local pairing that delivers energy and peace to the daily table.

Daishichi is a peak global brand that has walked the royal road of "Kimoto brewing" since its founding in 1752. The fusion of labor-intensive Kimoto methods and unique "super-flat milling" achieves a one-of-a-kind quality that is heavy yet noble, featuring velvety smoothness and deep complexity. Its dignity, praised by G8 Summit participants and prestigious European wine lovers alike, broadcasts the essence of sake to the world. It is a supreme drop that shakes the soul, making one feel the universe in a single sip.

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Koten Sharaku is a brand that highlighted Higashiyama Shuzo's individuality by featuring the works of Edo-period ukiyo-e artist Toshusai Sharaku on its labels. Characterized by a smooth mouthfeel and refreshing crispness, its pure taste, which seemed to capture the scenery of Aizu-Wakamatsu, fascinated many fans. Today, that tradition has been passed down to "Sharaku" by Miyaizumi Meijo, soaring to the world as a leading sake representing Aizu.

Higashiyama is a brand named after the terroir of Aizu-Wakamatsu and the brewery's history. Its pure taste nurtured by Aizu's rich nature has long been loved as a staple for local evening drinks.

Tenko is a brand formerly brewed by Kashiwagi Shuzoten, bearing an elegant name meaning "heavenly fragrance." As its name suggests, it aimed for a highly fragrant and refined quality, and was loved for many years by locals as a masterpiece reflecting Aizu-Wakamatsu's pure terroir.

Aizu-nagare is a Junmai sake that carves the tradition, terroir, and craftsmen's style of Aizu into its name. Featuring the rich umami of 100% Aizu rice, it is an orthodox local sake that makes one feel the slow passage of time.

Tsurugajo is a high-toned masterpiece bearing the name of Aizu's symbolical castle. Its gentle aroma and dignified character continue to convey the history and pride of Aizu.

Seishi is a special brand bearing the name of Toji Seishi Hareyama, the key figure in the revival of "Kyo no Hana." The Toji's meticulous skills and indomitable spirit for brewing live within every bottle.

Tatsuizumi is the flagship brand that has carried the brewery's tradition since its founding in 1877. Its charm lies in a sincere taste where handcrafted warmth and Aizu's pure terroir melt together.

Eiho-ya is a traditional brand bearing the brewery's shop name. It features a taste where the umami of rice is carefully drawn out, gently spreading through the palate—a display of expert skill.

Tsurunoe is the brand bearing the brewery's name, expressing 200 years of tradition and the elegance of pure streams. It offers a rich taste that leverages rice's original power and conveys the history of Aizu.

Gekkyu is the masterpiece of Nagurayama Shuzo recognized worldwide, having won the highest award "Trophy" at IWC. Using Fukushima-grown "Yume no Kaori" rice, its charm lies in a quality where gentle aroma and rice-derived mild sweetness are perfectly balanced. It is a next-generation sake that captivates everyone from beginners to connoisseurs, offering the ultimate experience of refined "sweetness."

Kuntaka is a traditional brand loved in Aizu-Wakamatsu for over 160 years. It is a classical local sake with a harmony of rich umami, gentle aroma, and a pleasant aftertaste, conveying the good old Aizu atmosphere to the present day.