Sake Brands
in Hyogo

"Sasayama-jo" is a Junmai sake bearing the name of Sasayama Castle, a famous local castle, characterized by a dignified taste typical of a brewery in a castle town. Embodying the history and culture of Tamba-Sasayama, highly regional sake brewing using locally grown rice is carried out.

"Houmei" is a traditional brand of Houmei Sake Brewing, having a history since its founding in the Kansei era. While protecting orthodox sake brewing using high-quality rice and water of Tamba-Sasayama, it develops a wide range of products from Daiginjo to Junmai sake. It is characterized by an elegant taste typical of sake from a castle town and a gentle aroma reflecting the climate of Tamba.

"Sasa no Shizuku" is one of the brand lineups of Houmei Sake Brewing, a brand name likening "Sasa" of Sasayama to bamboo grass (sasa). Expressing a refreshing taste like a clear drop, it is characterized by sake quality imagining the local nature.

"Sakura Ichimonji" is a traditional brand of Sakura Sake Brewing, a Junmai sake born and raised in Tamba-Sasayama. Characterized by a sharp dry taste due to the techniques of Tamba Toji, the sharpness stands out while having depth and richness of rice flavor. It embodies the robust sake quality typical of the Banshu region, gathering the techniques of Tamba Toji who created famous sakes such as "Shirayuki" and "Nada no Ki-ippon."

"Tamba Sakura" is a new brand born after 63 years, starting development from 2021. Using 100% "Hakutsuru Nishiki" produced in Tamba-Sasayama City, preparing with underflow water of the Takiyama system, and brewing with the techniques of Tamba Toji, is sake expressing complete "Tamba-Sasayama Terroir." Characterized by sake quality that stays close to meals, with a dry taste where rice flavor is firmly felt while having a clean drinking mouth. By using in-house grown rice, consistent quality control from rice fields to brewery is realized, expressing the climate of Tamba-Sasayama to the maximum extent.

"Kuromatsu Taikan" is the representative brand of Uchida Sake Brewing, having a history since the early Showa era. Characterized by traditional sake brewing using clear water of Tamba and high-quality sake rice, it has been loved for many years mainly in the local area. Solid quality and a taste that one does not get tired of drinking have become established in the region as evening drink sake.

"Tamatsurugi" was a brand brewed by Nakaotsuki Sake Brewing, but it is currently not produced due to the brewery going out of business. It remains recorded as a historical brand.

"Kotsuzumi" is the representative brand of Nishiyama Sake Brewery, a historic brand named by Takahama Kyoshi. Characterized by a gentle and calm taste using the underflow water of the Takeda River, it is familiar as "Tamba Bishu" (Tamba Excellent Sake) representing the region. It develops a wide range of products from Junmai Daiginjo to Futsushu, maintaining a dignified sake quality typical of a brewery loved by cultural figures. As a brewery where you can meet artistic works, it also conducts initiatives to disseminate not only sake but also the entire fermentation culture.

"Hyakunin Isshu" is the representative brand of Kamonosho Sake Brewery, a Junmai Namazake brewed with Koshihikari rice brought by about 100 local farmers. Born from an initiative to solve the rice surplus problem locally, it holds a special meaning as sake made by local residents and the brewery together. Characterized by the firm rice flavor unique to Junmai sake and the fresh taste typical of Namazake. The label design by a local Buddhist print artist and calligrapher is also highly artistic, and it is evaluated as a brand embodying regional culture.

"Kacho Suehiro" is a traditional brand from the founding of Kamonosho Sake Brewery, having a long history. Characterized by a firm rice taste and gentle aroma as a Junmai sake, it is evaluated for its delicate yet deep taste. With a brand name containing auspicious images of "Kacho Fugetsu" (Flower, Bird, Wind, Moon - beauties of nature) and "Suehirogari" (spreading out like an open fan - becoming more prosperous), it is familiar mainly in the local area.

"Shizenshu" is a brand series using organically grown rice that Yamana Sake Brewery has been working on for over 30 years. Acquiring organic JAS certification in June 2025, it was recognized as one of the few fully organic sakes in the country. Sake rice grown without pesticides or chemical fertilizers has a dense taste condensing the blessings of nature, and expresses the individuality of each farmer's rice field through individual brewing. Characterized by unique naming using geometric symbols such as "Maru Yohshu" (Yamada Nishiki), "Sankaku Amashu" (Omachi), and "Kaku Tsuchishu" (Nojoho).

"Yotesoro" is one of Yamana Sake Brewery's brand lineups, characterized by its old-fashioned brand name. It is positioned as a brand that makes you feel the history and culture of Tamba.

"Marunowa" is one of Yamana Sake Brewery's brands, with a brand name imagining the harmony and completeness of a circle (ring). It is developed as sake expressing a round taste, also related to "Maru Yohshu" of the natural sake series.

"Taku" is one of Yamana Sake Brewery's brands, characterized by a simple and powerful brand name. Aiming for a sake quality that can be enjoyed daily as sake surrounding the dining table.

"Sensai" (Chitose) is one of Yamana Sake Brewery's traditional brands, an auspicious brand name wishing for longevity and prosperity. Positioned as a standard product loved for many years mainly in the local area.

"Okutanba" is the representative brand of Yamana Sake Brewery, a brand name expressing the deep climate of Tamba. Using 100% sake rice grown in Hyogo Prefecture, it is characterized by a gentle aroma and rich taste nurtured by aging. Through traditional techniques by a genuine Tamba Toji and sake brewing utilizing the local climate, it achieves a deep taste with a clean finish. Developing a wide range of products from Junmai Daiginjo to Junmai sake, it is designed as sake to be enjoyed with meals.

"Tajima" is the representative brand of Konotomo Sake Brewery, loved for many years as sake representing the Tajima region. It is characterized by high quality backed by solid technology, such as the Daiginjo winning the Gold Prize at the National New Sake Awards for six consecutive years. Inheriting the tradition of Tamba Toji, it practices orthodox sake brewing using high-quality sake rice centered on Yamada Nishiki and pure water of Tajima. Developing a wide range of products from Daiginjo to Junmai sake and Honjozo, it is also highly evaluated as warmed sake.

"KAKOYA" is a Junmai Daiginjo using 100% Yamada Nishiki, positioned as the highest peak of Konotomo Sake Brewery. With modern naming and label design, it expresses traditional techniques with a new sense. Characterized by a glamorous aroma and delicate taste, it is positioned as a luxury sake that colors the dining table on special days.

"Ikuno Ginzan" is a region-limited sake named after the Ikuno Silver Mine, a historical landmark in Asago City. It is popular among tourists as a product expressing the history of the silver mine and the regional characteristics of Asago City. It is a community-based brand that puts local pride into sake.

"Tenku no Shiro Takeda-jo" is sake named after the Takeda Castle Ruins (famous as the Castle in the Sky), a tourist attraction in Asago City. Expressing the fantastic image of Takeda Castle floating in the sea of clouds, it is a popular brand for tourists and as gifts. It also plays a role as a regional brand expressing the natural beauty and history of Asago City in sake.