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Sake Brands
in Hyogo

Nada-Gogo in Hyogo Prefecture, located along about 12km of coast from Imazu in Nishinomiya City to Shinzaike in Nada Ward, Kobe City, is a leading sake region accounting for 30% of the sake market ...

Fukunishiki

富久錦 ふくにしき
Fukunishiki - Hyogo 加西市

It is a representative brand bearing the name of the brewery, embodying the philosophy of Junmai sake brewing using only rice from local Kasai City. Junmai sake made only with rice and water goes well with dishes that make the best use of the original taste of ingredients, such as dressed seasonal vegetables and steamed seafood with sake, and enhances each other's taste. Special Junmai sake uses Yamada Nishiki with a rice polishing ratio of 70%, and Junmai sake uses Kinuhikari table rice, making it perfect for pairing with food. It features a taste that complements dishes even in its softness, and the balance of acidity is outstanding. "Saku 03" won the Platinum Award and "Junsei Yamada Nishiki Kimoto Tokubetsu Junmai" won the Gold Award at KURA MASTER. The attitude of sake brewing that values regionality and food culture by sticking to the clear concept of 100% locally grown rice and 100% Junmai sake is highly evaluated.

Souzakari

惣盛 そうざかり
Nishitani Sake Brewery Closed - Hyogo 高砂市

It was a brand brewed by Nishitani Sake Brewery, embodying the tradition of a brewery with a history of over 200 years. As one of the brands inheriting the tradition of sake brewing in Takasago City, it was loved by the local community.

Chushingura

忠臣蔵 ちゅうしんぐら
Okuto Shoji - Hyogo 赤穂市

It is a representative brand named after the "Ako Incident" where the Ako Gishi avenged their lord. Like the loyal hearts of the Ako Gishi, it is brewed carefully aiming for a taste that exudes the goodness of handmade quality. Using the clear stream of the Chikusa River and Harima sake rice, it features a rich umami created by traditional methods. While dry and light sake is mainstream, they dare to stick to sake brewing that cherishes the umami and richness of rice. As a brand embodying the history and culture of the land of Ako, they continue sake brewing rooted in the community.

Otome

乙女 おとめ
Okuto Shoji - Hyogo 赤穂市

It is another brand of Okuto Shoji, with a brand name expressing gentleness in contrast to "Chushingura". While "Chushingura" represents the loyalty of samurai, "Otome" (Maiden) expresses gentleness and delicacy. Brewed with Harima sake rice and the clear stream of the Chikusa River, it features a soft mouthfeel and a gentle taste.

Fuyunoniji

冬の虹 ふゆのにじ
Kamimusubi Sake Brewery - Hyogo 加東市

It is a brand name imagining a rare rainbow appearing in the winter sky, expressing rarity and beauty. Using Yamada Nishiki from Kato City and spring water from Mt. Gobo, it achieves a delicate and elegant taste. Brewed carefully in the severe cold of winter, it is a brand that values the sense of the season.

Touryuunada

闘竜灘 とうりゅうなだ
Kamimusubi Sake Brewery - Hyogo 加東市

It is a powerful brand name imagining a strong dragon fighting against rough waves. Developed as Daiginjo, it features a gorgeous aroma and deep taste. Using Yamada Nishiki from Kato City, it is a high-quality sake carefully brewed with a high rice polishing ratio.

Kamimusubi

神結 かみむすび
Kamimusubi Sake Brewery - Hyogo 加東市

It is a representative brand bearing the name of the brewery, expressing the bonds between gods and people, and people and people. Using the highest quality Yamada Nishiki from the Banshu Plain and spring water from Mt. Gobo, they practice sake brewing that embodies the local climate. Valuing the balance between tradition and innovation, they aim for a taste loved by a wide range of people.

Banshuuheiya

播州平野 ばんしゅうへいや
Kamimusubi Sake Brewery - Hyogo 加東市

Using the rich nature of the Banshu Plain as the brand name, this is a Honjozo sake that fully brings out regionality. Using local rice, water, and air, it features a rich taste that evokes the natural blessings of the Banshu Plain. At a reasonable price of 1,150 yen (tax included) for 720ml, it is loved as a daily sake to accompany meals.

Tamashizuku

たましずく たましずく
Kamimusubi Sake Brewery - Hyogo 加東市

It is a brand name imagining drops dripping from a sake bag, symbolizing careful sake brewing. Using Yamada Nishiki from Kato City, it features a soft ginjo aroma, subtle sweetness, and refreshing acidity. Available at 1,700 yen (tax included) for 720ml, it is a Junmai Ginjo where you can enjoy high-quality taste at a reasonable price.

Hanasuou

花すおう はなすおう
Takanori Meijo Closed - Hyogo 加東市

It is one of the brands of Takanori Meijo, derived from the flower name "Suou" (Caesalpinia sappan). It is a brand name expressing gorgeouenss, and was one of the product lineups of Takanori Meijo.

Takanori

高徳 たかのり
Takanori Meijo Closed - Hyogo 加東市

It was a representative brand bearing the name of the brewery, embodying the philosophy of sake brewing of Takanori Meijo. Sake brewing reflecting the regionality of Kato City was carried out.

Ryuou no Mai

龍王の舞 りゅうおうのまい
Kanzaki Sake Brewery - Hyogo 姫路市

Established in the Heisei era, this brand was named after the dance dedicated to pray for a good harvest at festivals in the Harima region. With a dry and crisp taste, it is designed for exchanging cups at festival banquets and spending a rich time. Developed as Junmai sake, it features a sharp aftertaste while utilizing the umami of rice. Linked with the traditional festival culture of Harima, it is loved as sake that is close to the local food culture.

Manainotsuru

真名井の鶴 まないのつる
Kanzaki Sake Brewery - Hyogo 姫路市

"Manai" means a clear spring, and it is a brand imagining the scene where a celestial maiden descends to that spring. It features a crisp and light taste and an elegant and mellow mouthfeel. It is a brand inherited for generations, brewed aiming for a sake quality that you will not get tired of even if you drink it every day. By the method of adding alcohol, it achieves a light and smooth mouthfeel, and is designed to be easy to match with a wide range of dishes as a sake during meals.

Hyogo Otokoyama

兵庫男山 ひょうごおとこやま
Meijo Sake Brewery - Hyogo 姫路市

It is a brand combining "Hyogo" as a representative brand of Hyogo Prefecture and "Otokoyama" representing strength. While inheriting the traditional sake brewing of the Harima region, stable quality is achieved with modern equipment. With a refreshing dry taste, it is designed as a sake specifically for meals that is easy to match with a wide range of dishes.

Kanbei

官兵衛 かんべい
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Meijo Sake Brewery - Hyogo 姫路市
Kanbei

It is a sake named after Kuroda Kanbei, a strategist deeply connected to Himeji, and is a registered trademark. It is developed in the Kanbei series such as "Tokusen Karakuchi Kanbei", "Kanbei Nigori Sake", and "Shiboritate Kanbei". As a brand embodying the history and culture of Himeji, it is also popular among tourists. While based on a dry taste, various product developments are carried out, such as seasonal nigori sake and shiboritate.

Senbazuru

千羽鶴 せんばづる
Meijo Sake Brewery - Hyogo 姫路市

The brand name is based on the auspicious image of a thousand cranes dancing, and it is also popular for celebrations and gifts. It is a brand name that gives an elegant and gorgeous impression, and features a sophisticated taste.

Josei

如星 じょせい
Meijo Sake Brewery - Hyogo 姫路市

It is a brand aiming to be a shining existence like a star, pursuing high-quality taste. It features a sophisticated sake quality utilizing the technical capabilities of Meijo Sake Brewery.

Kakushizake

隠し酒 かくしざけ
Meijo Sake Brewery - Hyogo 姫路市

With the concept of a hidden gem, it is developed as a brand known to those in the know. It is a specialty item sticking to special sake quality and manufacturing methods.

Meijo

名城 めいじょう
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Meijo Sake Brewery - Hyogo 姫路市
Meijo

It is a representative brand bearing the name of the brewery, a name symbolizing Himeji Castle. Inheriting the tradition of sake brewing in the Banshu region, it is a standard sake that balances stable quality and reasonable price.

Yaegaki

八重垣 やえがき
Yaegaki Sake Brewery - Hyogo 姫路市

It is a brand name derived from an old poem, and is a representative brand of Yaegaki Sake Brewery with a history of over 350 years. With Yamada Nishiki, the famous water "Senju no Mizu" of the Hayashida River, and the technique of Kanjikomi, it realizes a sake quality with a mellow and deep umami. It features the umami of rice carefully made by the manufacturing method using the traditional Futa Koji method. While inheriting the tradition of sake brewing in the Harima region, they are making well-balanced sake incorporating modern technology.