Sake Brands
in Nagano

"Engi" is a brand derived from the name "Kisoji" inherited by successive heads of the family, and was renamed from the old brand "Hoshinoi" due to the purchase by Emperor Meiji. It is characterized by a modest aroma, a smooth mouthfeel, and a slightly dry aftertaste, with a softness derived from the meltwater of Shiga Kogen. The Junmai Daiginjo uses 100% Miyama Nishiki and features a clean acidity like white wine.

"Dobuhachi" is one of the representative brands of Matsushiro Miyasaka Shuzoten.

"Kaizuzakura" is one of the brands of Matsushiro Miyasaka Shuzoten.

"Zozan Masamune" is a brand named after Sakuma Zozan, a figure associated with Matsushiro.

"Matsushiro Ichiban" is positioned as a brand representing the Matsushiro area.

"Sanada Jumangoku" is a brand named after the Matsushiro Domain's 100,000 koku associated with the Sanada family, and is one of the representative products of Matsushiro Miyasaka Shuzoten.

"Yugaku Jokamachi" is a brand that expresses the atmosphere of the castle town of Matsushiro.

"Matsushirojo" is a brand named after Matsushiro Castle, the symbol of Matsushiro.

"Fujiyokozuna" was one of the representative brands of Yokozuna Shuzo.

"Karukayamasamune" was another brand of Yokozuna Shuzo. There was also a premium sake called "Benseishukushuku" as a brand related to the Kawanakajima area.

"Misono" is one of the brand lineups of Shusen Kurano.

"Kurabonejo" is one of the brand lineups of Shusen Kurano.

"Katsuramasamune" is one of the brand lineups of Shusen Kurano.

"KAWANAKAJIMA silky white" is one of the brand lineups of Shusen Kurano.

"Mari" is one of the brand lineups of Shusen Kurano.

"Kawanakajima-Fuwarin" is one of the brand lineups of Shusen Kurano.

"Genbu" is a limited brand with extremely small production, all carefully brewed in small 600K tanks. It is characterized by a dance of elegant sharpness and rich umami.

"Asaki" is one of the brand lineups of Shusen Kurano.

"Motooi no Matsu" is characterized by a crisp sake quality that utilizes the abundant minerals of the Sai River's groundwater and locally grown sake rice. Junmai Ginjo Sumi is a popular product.

"Nobusato no Yoake" is one of the brands of Higashi Iida Shuzoten.

"Matsumidori" is one of the brands of Higashi Iida Shuzoten.

"Sekizen" is a specific designation sake brand meaning "accumulation of good deeds." The biggest feature is that 5 types of flower yeast (climbing rose, sunflower, Queen of the Night, begonia, abelia) are used properly, and each is identified by a different colored label. Each flower yeast brings a unique aroma and taste, expressing new possibilities for sake.

"Ginreika" is one of the brands of Nishi Iida Shuzoten.

"JUKU" represents "one step before" becoming a full-fledged adult at "twenty," symbolizing a humble and sincere attitude towards sake brewing. It is characterized by small-batch handmade brewing, Toji Miyuki's delicate sensibility, and careful preparation using 100% locally grown Miyama Nishiki. There are also seasonal products with distinctive label designs, such as Juku Snowflake.

"Snowflake" is a derivative product of the "Juku" brand and is known for its distinctive label design.