Sake Brands
in Gunma

Ota City's Nitta district is the ancestral home of Nitta Yoshisada, a prominent warlord of the Nanboku-cho period, and this brand was named after that historical background. Brewed with traditional methods, this sake allows you to experience the rich history and culture of the region.

The flagship brand of Yamakawa Shuzo, brewed using the traditional Yamahai-shikomi method. It is characterized by a quality that allows you to fully enjoy the natural flavor of the rice, with its umami and depth becoming even more prominent when warmed.

Brewed on the banks of the Tone River, this brand expresses the local water and climate. It offers a superb balance of the rich acidity and umami characteristic of the Yamahai method, making it an excellent match for a variety of dishes.

One of Okamura Gomei's brands, long cherished by the local community as a representative Jizake (local sake) of Takasaki.

This brand captures the magnificent scenery of cherry blossoms in Kannon-yama Park, a famous sightseeing spot in Takasaki. It expresses the elegant spring atmosphere of Kannon-yama, home to the Takasaki Byakue Dai-Kannon statue, through its refined flavor. Brewed with pure spring water from the Yatsugatake Mountains, it is characterized by a crisp and clean profile.

The flagship brand of Miho Shurui, characterized by a refreshing finish and a well-balanced, umami-rich flavor. With an alcohol content of 15%, it is recommended for both daily enjoyment and as a premium cooking sake. As a versatile beverage, it can be enjoyed in a wide variety of settings and culinary applications.

One of Miho Shurui's brands, whose name literally means "The Pride of the Brewery," reflecting the brewer's confidence in this craft.

Named after a line in a poem by former Prime Minister Reijiro Wakatsuki, this brand is characterized by its balanced flavor, offering a crisp dry finish alongside a warmth and umami that feel like a labor of love. Cherished as a local table sake (shokuchu-shu), it adds a touch of elegance to daily dining.

A non-sugar Honjozo sake renowned for its approachable yet flavorful profile. With a versatile quality that allows it to be enjoyed both chilled and warmed, it features a crisp, clean taste thanks to the pure underground spring water of Mount Akagi.

This brand is believed to be named after a local landmark in the Onishi district. Production has ceased following the closure of the brewery.

This brand was likely inspired by the image of cherry blossoms blooming in winter. It is no longer in production due to the brewery's closure.

Named after Mount Myogi, one of Japan's three most unusual scenic spots, this brand is available in several varieties, including Junmai and Special Honjozo. Carrying the name of the region's symbolic mountain, it expresses a flavor profile that combines strength with delicacy.

One of Seitoku Meijo's brands, whose name "Kuramure" (A Gathering of Breweries) reflects the history of the company, formed by the union of multiple smaller breweries.

The Obata district of Kanra Town flourished as a castle town from the Sengoku through the Edo periods, and this brand serves as a tribute to that rich cultural heritage. It is a naming style typical of Seitoku Meijo, showcasing their deep respect for local history and traditions.

Brewed at the foot of Mount Haruna, this brand is popular as a sweet jizake that even those new to sake can enjoy. Characterized by a gentle flavor that utilizes the mountain's pure water, it is widely loved by women and beginners.

This brand is themed after the artist Takehisa Yumeji, expressing artistic sensibility through the medium of sake. It is characterized by a romantic image and a delicate, refined flavor.

A brand named after Takasaki City, standing as a representative jizake of the region. It embodies the spirit of brewing with deep roots in the local community.

A brand that pursues deep, complex flavors through special brewing methods and careful aging.

This brand is no longer in production due to the brewery's closure.

This unique brand is themed around preserving and passing down endangered brewing techniques using traditional methods and rare ingredients. Produced in limited quantities, it embodies the brewery's commitment to protecting the diversity and traditions of Japanese sake.

A contemporary brand created by the 5th generation brewer, featuring a gentle sweetness and fresh profile achieved through pure rice (Junmai) brewing. It was developed to be exceptionally approachable, even for those who are new to or usually avoid sake. The name "Musubito" (The Connector) expresses gratitude for the many people whose cooperation brought this sake to life, intending to "bind people together."

Produced as a Junmai Ginjo Namachozo (unpasteurized storage) sake. The name "Abare Jishi" (Wild Lion) comes from a traditional lion dance performed at the Ogo Gion Festival, which is designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property with a history of over 180 years. It is a sake rich in local character, infusing the region's traditional culture into its very brand.

Another brand by Nanatsuboshi Jozo, dedicated to brewing that is deeply rooted in the local community.

This brand is believed to be named after the Tone River. It is no longer in production due to the brewery's closure.

A brand from the "Yume Uchū" (Dream Universe) series, representing one of the unique labels offered by Imai Shuzoten.