Sake Brands
in Hokkaido

Yojiue-mon is a brand from Nippon Seishu. Bearing the name of the founder, Yojiue-mon Shibata, it inherits the spirit of the pioneer who came from Ishikawa Prefecture to establish Hokkaido's sake industry. Using carefully selected Hokkaido sake rice and brewed with traditional methods, it is a brand characterized by its dignified and profound flavor.

Juisshu is a brand brewed by Nippon Seishu. Its name originates from the Meiji era when Hokkaido was divided into 11 provinces, symbolizing the entire land of Hokkaido. It aims to express Hokkaido's rich terroir through the flavor of the sake, a brand that brings its community-rooted history and tradition to the modern day.

Wataridori is a special Junmai sake brewed by Kobayashi Shuzo. Using 100% 'Ginpu' sake rice from Kuriyama Town, Hokkaido, it balances bold rice umami with a clean finish. It can be enjoyed at various temperatures—chilled, room temperature, or warmed—making it a versatile food-pairing sake beloved as a locally limited brand.

Tantetsuko is a Junmai Ginjo sake themed after Hokkaido's industrial heritage. Brewed to convey the history and culture of the Sorachi region once thriving with the coal industry, Kobayashi Shuzo's building itself is part of the heritage site. With 'Ginpu' rice polished to 50%, it balances robust umami with sharp acidity, a dry sake perfect for reflecting on history.

Kita no Nishiki is the flagship brand of Kobayashi Shuzo, embodying the founder's determination to 'achieve success in Hokkaido.' With 100% Hokkaido-grown rice and brewed with subsoil water from the Yubari Mountains, it is a 'local sake' capturing the essence of Hokkaido. Its rich umami and depth, combined with a clean finish, make it a full-bodied dry sake that perfectly complements regional cuisine.

Hokuto Zuiso is a Junmai Ginjo sake brewed by Kobayashi Shuzo, with 'Ginpu' sake rice grown in Hokkaido polished down to 45%. It is characterized by a fruity aroma, clear and clean umami, and a refreshing finish, offering a sophisticated taste. Sold exclusively at specialty stores within Hokkaido, it is highly popular as a special regional bottle that maximizes the potential of Hokkaido rice.

Maruta is a special Junmai sake brewed by Kobayashi Shuzo, positioned as one of their finest Junmai sakes. Made with 100% Hokkaido 'Ginpu' rice, it features robust rice umami and body with a crisp, dry finish. It pairs well with meat dishes and flavorful Japanese cuisine; a food-pairing sake to enjoy the rich rice profile across a wide temperature range, from chilled to warmed.

Fuyuhanabi is a brand from Kobayashi Shuzo that combines elegance with strength. Like winter fireworks illuminating the night sky in harsh cold, it features a fragrant taste that bursts within a dignified sake quality. Through craftsmen's careful handmade process, it elegantly expresses the potential of Hokkaido rice, making it a sake suitable for celebrations and gifts.

Kita Fubuki is a Junmai sake from Takasago Shuzo made with 'Hakucho Mochi' glutinous rice from Enbetsu Town, Hokkaido. It features a soft, gentle sweetness derived from the glutinous rice and a robust rice umami, finished with a clean, dry aftertaste. A unique sake balancing umami and a sharp finish, it is delicious chilled or warmed and pairs perfectly with home-cooked meals like hot pots.

Kimagure is a Ginjo sake from Takasago Shuzo made with Hokkaido 'Kirara 397' rice polished to 50%. Leveraging subsoil water from Mount Daisetsu and Asahikawa's harsh cold, it is brewed through low-temperature long-term fermentation for a clean, impurity-free finish. A slightly light dry sake, it features a light and casual character as its name (meaning 'capricious') suggests.

Yukihimuro Ichiyashizuku is a Daiginjo sake produced using Takasago Shuzo's unique 'Yukihimuro (Ice Dome)' method. Inside a sub-zero dome, it is crafted using the luxurious 'Fukuro-shiburi' technique where only naturally dripping droplets are collected to prevent oxidation and seal in floral aromas. This masterpiece fuses Takasago's expertise with the nature of the Daisetsuzan Mountains, featuring concentrated fruity scents and a refined, transparent umami.

Yukiwarabe is a Junmai sake produced by Takasago Shuzo using their unique 'Setchu-chozo' (snow-buried storage) method. Being buried in snow maintains a constant low temperature, smoothing out the sake's edge and creating a mellow flavor and mild aroma. Using pure subsoil water from the Daisetsuzan Mountains and Hokkaido-grown rice, it is a brand where one can enjoy aging unique to snow country.

Taisetsu is a brand from Takasago Shuzo that expresses the majestic natural blessings of Mount Daisetsu. The Junmai Ginjo 'Taisetsu' features Hokkaido sake rice and snowmelt water from Mount Daisetsu, characterized by a sharp, light dry finish and a sweet aroma. With a lineup that includes 'Setchu-chozo' (snow-buried) varieties, it is a brand capturing the essence of Hokkaido, offering mellow umami and a fruity finish enhanced by the power of snow.

Kokushi Muso is the iconic flagship brand of Takasago Shuzo, famous for its sharp, dry character. A historic pioneer of the 'Tanrei Karakuchi' (light and dry) style, it uses Daisetsuzan subsoil water and Hokkaido rice, brewed cleanly without impurities through low-temperature fermentation. While offering a wide product range, it consistently pursues a 'sharp finish that enhances food flavors,' captivating fans with its bold yet pure taste nurtured by Asahikawa's harsh winters.

Asahikamui is the pinnacle Junmai Daiginjo brand of Takasago Shuzo. With Hyogo-grown 'Yamada Nishiki' polished to 35% and brewed slowly with Daisetsuzan subsoil water, it features a floral and dignified aroma. The supreme taste, balancing an extremely clear mouthfeel free of impurities and rich rice umami, makes it a luxurious item perfect for gifts and special occasions.

Oobora is a distinctive dry Junmai sake brand brewed by Takasago Shuzo. Named with the meaning 'to speak of big dreams,' it features a robust rice umami and a sharp, satisfying finish with a bold character. It can be enjoyed chilled or warmed, with warming further enhancing the rice profile, making it the perfect sake for hearty dining occasions.

Ezo no Kuma is a brand from Takasago Shuzo made with 100% Hokkaido 'Kitashizuku' rice. Featuring a friendly label with a 'Hokkaido bear' motif, it offers a well-balanced taste with mellow sweetness and rice umami. Its fresh and gentle mouthfeel is loved by beginners and connoisseurs alike, gaining popularity as a table sake that brightens up daily meals.

Kaze no Sasayaki is a Junmai sake from Takasago Shuzo made with Hokkaido 'Kitashizuku' rice. As its name (meaning 'Whisper of the Wind') suggests, it features a clear and clean mouthfeel like a refreshing breeze passing through. Combining moderate umami with a sharp, clean finish, it is a brand with a light drinkability that pairs easily with diverse cuisines, from traditional Japanese to Western styles.

Michizakura is a brand brewed with the pure water and rice of Higashikawa, Hokkaido. Through thorough temperature control and careful handmade methods, it features a fruity and fresh taste that maximizes pure rice sweetness and umami. Its transparent quality, reflecting Higashikawa's rich nature, gently enhances food flavors and offers a calm afterglow that stays close to the drinker's heart.

Kita no Hohoemi is a Junmai Ginjo sake carefully handcrafted using Shintotsukawa-grown 'Ginpu' sake rice. It features a gentle fruity aroma and a clean, refreshing finish with an excellent smooth throat feel. Best enjoyed from chilled to room temperature, it is a brand with a peaceful taste like a warm smile from the northern land, suiting various dining scenes.