Sake Brands
in Shizuoka

"Hatsukame" is the supreme brand that Hatsukame Shuzo, the oldest brewery in Shizuoka, has been brewing for over 380 years. Its name was chosen with the wish to 'shine brilliantly like the first sunrise (Hatsu-hi) and prosper forever like a turtle (Kame).' Using groundwater from the Southern Alps and rare rice like Special A Yamada Nishiki from Tojo, Hyogo House, it is crafted with meticulous manual labor. Its flavor is a masterpiece of 'Shizuoka Ginjo,' harmonizing a dignified aroma with a smooth, deep umami. In particular, the pioneering spirit that opened the high-end market in Japan during the 1970s still lives on in every product line. It is a celebrated sake that Shizuoka proudly presents to the world, combining historical depth with a warmth that gently embraces the drinker.

"Isojiman" is a brand that radiates supreme brilliance, carving its name into the history of Japanese sake. Its dignity, being chosen for official occasions such as summits, makes it truly worthy of Being called 'a drink representing Japan.' The most prominent feature is the ultimate transparency and harmony brewed by sharpening the five senses. It luxuriously uses heavenly blessings: pristine groundwater from the Southern Alps and the highest-grade Yamadanishiki rice from Special-A districts. A gorgeous aroma reminiscent of fruit gems, a dignified sharpness, and deep rice umami coexist in perfect balance. 'Isojiman,' which invites the drinker to a quiet impression, is a genuine artwork in which the soul of the brewery, continuing to pursue the possibilities of sake, dwells.

"Shidaizumi" is a brand with freshness and a solid core, as if the Setogawa river's clear stream was bottled as is. The amazing transparency and soft mouthfeel brought by the 'water in its natural state' without any filtration unravel the drinker's heart. The most prominent feature is the exquisite balance between the dynamism born from vivid acidity and the deep umami drawn out by Noto Toji's techniques. A refreshing fruit aroma derived from Shizuoka Yeast spreads pleasantly, and finally, it finishes sharply with a refreshing sensation like pure water. "Shidaizumi," where new discoveries are found every time you drink and which richly colors meal times, is a celebrated sake that gives high-quality peace to daily life.

Kaiun (Good Fortune) is the crowning brand of Doi Shuzojo. Named to bring prosperity to its home village, it is a sake of exceptional balance and elegance. Brewed with ancient mountain water and the indigenous 'HD-1' yeast, it offers a serene aroma and a diamond-clear flavor. A frequent winner of the IWC 'Champion Sake' and countless gold medals, it is widely considered one of Japan's most reliable and sophisticated sakes for food pairing.

Hananomai is the signature brand of the eponymous brewery, representing 160 years of tradition. Made with 100% Shizuoka rice and South Alps water, it is celebrated for its 'Tanrei' style—clean, dry, and incredibly crisp. It offers a perfect balance of rice umami and a refreshing finish suitable for any meal.

"Eikun" is the signature brand of Eikun Shuzo, named in honor of Yoshinobu Tokugawa's virtue. This flavor is supported by the pristine spring water of Yui, Shizuoka, carefully selected sake rice, and the artisans' thorough rice-washing techniques. It features a calm, elegant aroma produced by Shizuoka yeast and a clean finish where the rice umami spreads gently. It boasts high perfection as a 'food-pairing sake' that complements dishes without being overassertive. While preserving history and tradition, their stance of constantly pursuing clean and pure sake quality is trusted by many enthusiasts. Please enjoy a refined and refreshing drink that condenses the blessings of Yui's sea and mountains.

Shussejo is the flagship brand of Hamamatsu Shuzo, named after the alias of Hamamatsu Castle, 'Success Castle,' due to the many lords who rose to high positions in the Shogunate from there. Brewed with 'super soft water' from the Tenryu River, it features a unique characteristics where a faint sweetness remains in the aftertaste regardless of the dryness. It is a sake that embodies the pride and history of Hamamatsu.

"Fujinishiki" is the flagship brand brewed for 18 generations in the village of Yuno at the southern foot of Mt. Fuji. Focusing on in-house rice cultivation, the brewery continues 'sake brewing where you can see the farmers,' with the staff using the rice they raised themselves and Mt. Fuji spring water. Its spirit is a flavor that is fragrant yet soft, possessing an embracing gentleness. Characterized by reliable quality that has won the Grand Gold Quality Award at the Monde Selection for many consecutive years, it draws out the blessings of Mt. Fuji to the fullest. While respecting tradition, "Fujinishiki" complements modern dining tables, offering a cup that allows you to fully enjoy both the rustic beauty of Yuno and the magnificence of Mt. Fuji.

"Wakatake" is a brand that combines a refreshing feel and strength, reminiscent of a breeze in a refreshing bamboo grove. The sake, born from a brewing process that fuses traditional Nanbu Toji techniques with scientific knowledge, has the soft sweetness of rice living within its very clear flavor. Its most prominent features are a suppleness that complements any dish and a pleasant throat feel. It is a reliable brand worthy of the brewery's flagship, nurtured by Shimada's rich nature and history, making every day a little bit special.

"Suginishiki" is a unique brand with depth where ancient wisdom and modern sensibility intersect. Particularly, its quality brewed by ancient techniques like Yamahai and Bodaimoto possesses solid ability that impresses even connoisseurs. The most prominent feature is the powerful and complex flavor that increases in maturity with time. Rich acidity derived from naturally nurtured lactic acid bacteria draws out the rice umami to the maximum, giving a multi-layered impression that spreads in the mouth. It can be enjoyed in a wide range of temperatures from cold to hot, and its true value blossoms further especially when warmed. "Suginishiki," which enhances the characteristics of ingredients and gives depth to the dining table, is a celebrated sake for adults with universal value beyond trends.

"Takasago" is the flagship brand of Fuji Takasago Shuzo, combining elegance with a gentle character. It is beloved as a masterpiece of rich, balanced flavor where the dignity of tradition from the Edo period and the pristine blessings of Mt. Fuji harmonize beautifully. Its most distinctive feature is being brewed with Mt. Fuji groundwater and the traditional Noto Toji 'Yamahai' method. Through a robust fermentation where yeast develops its own strength in a demanding environment, a profound umami and a calm, mellow sweetness are drawn out. The refreshing texture that spreads the moment it touches the palate is a gift unique to Mt. Fuji's soft water. The brand also features 'Homarefuji' rice grown in Shizuoka for local production and consumption. Please experience this internationally recognized Japanese sake, which has won numerous awards at global competitions.

Abysse is an innovative sake brewed with white koji, giving it a wine-like acidity and a low alcohol content. Using 100% Shizuoka rice and South Alps water, it offers a refreshing sweetness and tartness that pairs perfectly with modern cuisine and seafood.

"Shosetsu" is the signature brand of Kanzawagawa Shuzo-jo, named after the military scholar Shosetsu Yui, who was born in the area. The core of its flavor is the extremely soft water of the Kanzawa River and an insatiable spirit of inquiry into Ginjo brewing. Its most prominent feature is the 'beauty of harmony'—a synthesis of sweet, spicy, bitter, astringent, and acidic flavors, accompanied by a refreshing, noble aroma that spreads the moment it touches the palate. Like the cool breeze of a post town, its transparency passes gracefully through the throat, leaving an unforgettable aftertaste. Brewed with local pride in Yui, this sake is loved even on modern dining tables as a top-grade food-pairing sake that brings out the best in ingredients.

"Fujimasa" is the flagship brand that delivers the power of Japan's highest peak, Mt. Fuji, from the plateau at its western foot. Brewed with pristine vanadium-rich groundwater and the traditional techniques of Nanbu Toji in the cool air at 900 meters altitude. A single sip brings a clear, refreshing mouthfeel like Mt. Fuji's snowmelt, characterized by a transparent umami that feels like a cool breeze on the Asagiri Plateau. While cherishing tradition, it stays close to modern daily life, providing vitality for tomorrow. Please enjoy this gentle yet powerful flavor that feels like being embraced by Mt. Fuji itself.

Aoi Tenka is the flagship brand of Yamanaka Shuzo, representing regal pride and historical depth. Named after the Tokugawa crest, it embodies the spirit of Kakegawa, a former post town on the Tokaido. Brewed with traditional 'Wagama' steaming and delicate South Alps water, it offers a refined, high-quality flavor that has achieved global recognition.

"Tenko" is the radiant flagship brand of Suruga Shuzo-jo, presented as a bridge to the future. Its name carries the wish to brighten the drinker's heart, like a rainbow appearing in the sky after the rain. The pristine groundwater of the Abe River, carefully selected sake rice, and manual work by artisans come together as a trinity to produce a crystal-like transparency and a refreshing fruity aroma. While it features a light mouthfeel, a gentle lingering of rice remains in the aftertaste, harmonizing beautifully with any dish. 'Tenko,' which breathes modern sensibilities into traditional techniques, is Shizuoka's proud new standard that fills ordinary daily scenes with special color.

"Hakuin Masamune" is a prestigious brand named after the Zen master Hakuin Ekaku (1685-1768), revered as the revitalizer of the Rinzai sect of Zen Buddhism. The name was born from the master's origins in Hara-juku, Numazu, combining his posthumous imperial title 'Masamune' with the term for refined sake. Reflecting the noble spirit of the master, who was celebrated in the verse 'Two things in Suruga exceed all others: Mt. Fuji and Hakuin of Hara,' this sake features a remarkably pure flavor. Brewed with soft water from Mt. Fuji snowmelt pumped from 150 meters underground, it is crafted without compromise: 100% Junmai, produced entirely using Hako-koji, Fune-shibori, and rapid bottle pasteurization. Characterized by a crisp finish from Shizuoka Yeast (NEW-5) and a deep umami that complements meal flavors, it is the ultimate food-pairing sake designed to be enjoyed lingeringly over a long evening.