Sake Brands
in Ishikawa

"Kanpaku" is a prestigious brand named after the highest historical office, symbolizing the brewery's pride and dignity. As the name suggests, it brings together selected ingredients and traditional techniques to offer a regal, powerful flavor with an elegant aftertaste—perfect for special occasions.

"Kikutsuru" is the flagship brand of Tezuka Shuzojo, bearing the names of two auspicious symbols: 'Chrysanthemum' (Kiku) and 'Crane' (Tsuru). The chrysanthemum symbolizes nobility while the crane represents longevity, reflecting a wish for the drinker's happiness. Cherished in local Komatsu for over a century, its flavor offers a simple, unadorned umami and a clean finish, making it an essential local sake for the daily dining table.

"Noguchi" is a supreme brand bearing the name of the legendary master brewer Noguchi Naohiko, created upon the brewery's revival in 2013. Using strictly selected ingredients like Yamada Nishiki from Hyogo's Grade A-A district, it incorporates the Yamahai-style techniques developed by Noguchi Toji over many decades. Its flavor, harmonizing rich umami with a beautiful finish, is a true symbol of revival and passion.

"Benkei" is a traditional brand named after Musashibo Benkei, the protagonist of the Kabuki play 'Kanjincho.' It is characterized by a powerful and solid umami that evokes Benkei's bold and magnanimous personality. Deeply rooted in Ishikawa's history and culture, it is a masterpiece long cherished by the locals.

"Kanjincho" was named after the famous Kabuki masterpiece set in Ataka no Seki, Komatsu City. Bearing the name of Ishikawa's proud cultural heritage, this brand offers a profound and deep flavor profile, much like the story filled with wit and loyalty. It is a symbol of local culture, preserved within the brewery's traditional architecture.

"Fuku no Miya" is an auspicious brand that has long been loved by the locals, combining 'Fuku' (good fortune) with 'Miya' (shrine/sacred place). It features a friendly and accessible flavor profile, yet with a solid and prestigious finish.

"Gorin" is a modern and sophisticated second line from Shata Shuzo. 'Go' (Five) signifies the five tastes and completion, while 'Rin' represents dignity and clarity. While leveraging the Yamahai techniques cultivated with Tengumai, it pursues a lighter, more approachable modern finish that never tires the palate. With high food-pairing versatility, it is a refined sake that gracefully complements any dish.

"shu re" is a new brand from Shata Shuzo that incorporates global sensibilities while innovating on tradition. Under the concept of 're-defining' (re) 'sake' (shu), it offers a stylish profile with aromas and light acidity that transcend conventional boundaries, making it perfect for enjoying in a wine glass.

"Takasago" is the flagship brand of Kanaya Shuzoten, characterized by a light, crisp, and fruity profile that is rare for Ishikawa sakes. The name is derived from the auspicious word 'Takasago,' giving it a prestigious air suitable for celebratory occasions. While drawing out the gentle inherent sweetness of the rice, its light, wine-like drinking experience continues to fascinate gourmets in Japan and abroad.

"Haruyama" is a traditional brand that has evolved alongside the sea of Nanao since its founding in 1865. Characterized by the light, crisp, and dry profile typical of the Hokuriku region, it is cherished as a premier food-pairing sake that enhances the flavor of fresh seafood from Nanao Port. With its clean finish and a subtle hint of inherent rice sweetness in the aftertaste, this sake evokes the rich natural bounty of Noto.

"Tenpyo" is a rare aged sake brand designed for long-term maturation. Named after the flourishing Tenpyo culture of the Nara period, it pursues the noble flavor born from the accumulation of time. Its amber-colored drops offer a syrupy texture and rich aromas reminiscent of nuts and honey, making it a supreme delicacy that can even be enjoyed as a dessert wine after a meal.

"Tsuru to Fuku" is a special brand co-brewed by Tsuruno Shuzoten ('Tsuru' for crane) and Kanazawa's Fukumitsuya ('Fuku' for fortune) with prayers for reconstruction following the 2024 Noto Peninsula Earthquake. Merging the bonds and techniques of both breweries, every drop carries an indomitable determination to pass Noto's brewing culture to the next generation and deep gratitude to all supporters.

"Taniizumi" is the flagship brand of Tsuruno Shuzoten, symbolizing the pure natural bounty of Noto. Harmonizing a gentle, sophisticated aroma with the mellow umami of rice, its flavor possesses the clarity of a spring bubbling from the Noto mountains. The rustic warmth of the hand-pressed Noto Washi label is another reason it remains a favorite among sake enthusiasts.

"Torai" is a brand named after the 'Nobori-rai' (ascending lightning) phenomenon seen in Noto's winter—lightning that rises from the sea to the sky. Representing a pursuit of shocking deliciousness and crispness, it was also the first 'try' (challenge) for master brewer Kaoruko Tsuruno. It is characterized by its dignified strength and a powerful, extra-dry finish that complements any dish.

"Chikuha N" is a fresh and daring project brand where university students—the future of Noto—participate in everything from brewing to sales. Merging youthful sensibilities with the brewery's expertise, it embodies the new sense of flavor and design sought by the next generation. It is a new form of sake filled with hope, born from a deep love for the Noto homeland.

"Sen" is a brand that explores the ultimate potential of 'Ishikawa-mon,' a rice variety unique to Ishikawa. Brewed with an innovative approach that breaks conventional molds, it is characterized by a striking umami that spreads like a 'flash' (Sen) of inspiration the moment it hits the palate, followed by a beautiful acidic finish. This rare and stylish sake is available only at selected boutiques.