Sake Brands
in Gifu

"Hida no Karakan" is an abbreviation for "Hida's Dry Warmed Sake" and is a brand developed exclusively for warmed sake. Using Hidahomare with a polishing ratio of 60%, it is finished as a rich and sharp dry sake with a Sake Meter Value of +7 (very dry) and acidity of 1.8. From lukewarm to hot, warming it expands the umami of the rice, making it an excellent match for food.

"Himuro" is the representative brand of Niki Shuzo, a Daiginjo Namazake (unpasteurized sake) that has been loved since the time when refrigeration technology became widespread and the distribution of Namazake became possible. Characterized by a sophisticated taste unique to a brewery specializing in Ginjo brewing, it is a popular product attractive for its fruity aroma and fresh mouthfeel.

"Tamanoi" is a traditional brand named after the clear well water in the center of the brewery. In the past, this well water was used for sake brewing, and it continues to be loved by locals as a local sake of Hida Takayama from ancient times to the present.

"Yamahida" is a Junmai sake from Kawajiri Shuzojo, an aged sake where you can enjoy profound and deep taste reminiscent of the deep mountains of Hida.

"Sankyo Hidaji" is one of the brands of Kawajiri Shuzojo, a tasteful aged sake that makes you feel the journey through the steep yet beautiful mountain gorges of Hida.

"Hida Sansui" is one of the brands of Kawajiri Shuzojo, a gentle and deep aged sake expressing the rich nature and clear mountain water of Hida.

"Tenon" is a Honjozo aged sake from Kawajiri Shuzojo. It is characterized by deep richness and mellow taste unique to aged sake, brought out by several years of storage and aging.

"Hida Masamune" is the representative brand of Kawajiri Shuzojo, a locally distributed sake that can only be purchased at retail stores in Takayama City. Produced using traditional methods and a wooden Fune press, and shipped after several years of aging, the color is not transparent but slightly yellowish. You can enjoy mellowness, deep richness, and unique umami not found in fresh sake. It is an excellent product where you can fully enjoy the charm of aged sake.

"Yamanohikari" is a carefully brewed brand by Hirata Shuzojo. By daring to use "Hidahomare" with a low polishing ratio of 90%, it brings out the powerful umami and deep taste inherent in the rice. The slightly dry and classical taste increases in fullness when warmed, not to mention when cold, and is an excellent match for meals. It is also certified as "Made by Hida Takayama" as "Hida no Hana Yamanohikari."

"Hida no Hana" is popular as the representative brand of Hirata Shuzojo. Using local sake rice "Hidahomare" and clear underground water from the Northern Alps, it is finished as a light and dry sake. It is gorgeous and fragrant, with a smooth mouthfeel, and the five tastes of sweetness, dryness, acidity, astringency, and bitterness are exquisitely balanced. It is a local sake that is easy to drink and full of flavor, nurtured by the nature of Hida Takayama.

"Yumeyuyu" is a brand familiar to visitors to the brewery, offered for tasting at the local sake counter at Oita Shuzoten. Taking advantage of the clear water and blessings of nature in Kiyomi-cho, it is brewed with traditional techniques and characterized by a taste that makes you feel the climate of Hida.

"Jingorou" is a sake named after Hidari Jingorou, a legendary craftsman from Hida, and is brewed with a meticulously chosen process. It is characterized by a crisp, sharp mouthfeel and a light, dry taste. It demonstrates its true value especially when chilled, and refreshingly complements Hida's local dishes and rich-flavored meals. It is an authentic bottle for connoisseurs, filled with the passion and skill of craftsmen.

"Yubae" is a brand named with the image of the beautiful sunset scenery of Hida Takayama. The brewing technology with 200 years of tradition harmonizes with the blessings of nature in Hida, creating a taste that touches the heart.

"Shiromuku" is a brand brewed by Funasaka Sake Brewery, bearing a name reminiscent of the pure white and clean bridal costume. The taste, created by the pure water of Hida Takayama and the careful handwork of the brewers, is characterized by its pure and elegant charm. The smooth mouthfeel and gentle aroma harmonize, making it a dignified sake suitable for festive occasions and celebrations.

"Jindai" is a representative brand of dry sake from Otsubo Shuzoten, standing in contrast to the sweet "Hidamusume." It is characterized by a crisp and refreshing mouthfeel and a sharp taste that enhances meals. It is a versatile sake to accompany meals that can be enjoyed in a wide range of temperatures from cold sake to warmed sake, and plays an active part in various scenes from daily evening drinks to special occasions.

"Hidamusume" is a representative sweet brand of Otsubo Shuzoten. Keeping the traditional taste of Hida sake, it is characterized by a thick, rich sweetness and umami. Locally known by the nickname "Musume," it is deeply rooted as an indispensable presence for celebrations and daily evening drinks.

"Michisakari" is a brand aiming for the ultimate food-friendly sake, unique to a brewery that sticks to "dry sake only." While it has transparency like water and can be drunk without resistance, it makes you feel the solid umami of rice, and finally resets the mouth with a refreshing sharp finish. Despite its high specs with a polishing ratio of 50% or more, you never get tired of drinking it, and it maximizes the taste of dishes. It is a gem for dry sake lovers.

"Jun" is a brand brewed by Hazama Shuzo, pursuing a pure and mellow taste. It is characterized by a deep and gentle taste created by the history and climate of Nakatsugawa, a post town on the Nakasendo, and the clear underground water of Mt. Ena. It is a local sake that accompanies your daily dining table and you never get tired of drinking.

"Shun" is a brand that values the taste of "Shun" (season) of each season, as its name suggests. Brewed carefully with underground water from Mt. Ena and the skills of a long-established brewery, it is characterized by a fresh and refreshing taste. You can feel the charm of sake that changes with the changing seasons.

"Kagaribi" is the representative brand of Kikukawa Shuzo, named with the image of a bright and powerful "bonfire" (kagaribi) lit for night security and fishing. Using the clear water of the three Kiso rivers and the Nagara River, it is brewed carefully by old-fashioned handmade methods. Combining strength and a taste you never get tired of, it is a bottle that makes you feel the history and climate of Unuma-juku.

"Kikukawa" is the flagship brand bearing the name of the brewery, carrying the history and tradition since its founding. Clear water, a blessing of the Nagara River system, and old-fashioned handmade methods by skilled craftsmen are fused. Nurtured by the climate of Unuma-juku, it is a local sake with a taste you never get tired of, continuously loved by local people. Please enjoy an emotional bottle brewed in a brewery that is a historical building.

"Akechi Mitsuhide" is a brand full of historical romance born from the fact that Kani City is said to be the birthplace of the Sengoku warlord Akechi Mitsuhide. Putting the historical pride of the region into the sake name, it transmits the charm of Kani, the place associated with Mitsuhide, to the whole country. It attracts attention with branding utilizing local characteristics, such as holding a new sake tasting and spot sale event at the end of the year.

"Tomikoshi" is a traditional brand of Hayashi Shuzo, bearing an auspicious name wishing for wealth and prosperity. Brewed in the rich nature of Hazaki, Kani City, it has been loved by local people for a long time. It is a representative brand supporting the brewery alongside "Minotengu," conveying the history of sincere sake brewing rooted in the local area to the present.