Brands
Manrei
万齢 🏆 7"Manrei" is a brand revived by the passion and skill of the young owner-brewer. Carefully brewed entirely by hand, it is a talented brand that has won numerous awards since the first year of its revival. It features a well-balanced flavor nurtured by the nature and water of Ochi.
Temahima
手間暇 🏆 15 EC
Temahima is Rokkasen's ultimate Junmai Daiginjo brand that, as the name suggests (meaning "time and effort"), pours in time and effort without any compromise. Mastering the traditional three-step brewing process (Sandan-shikomi) and carefully brewing every drop to maximize the material's potential, they polish their soul slowly in the silence of snow country. The mellow aroma that overwhelms the drinker and the supreme transparency achievable only through such effort are the "pinnacle of luxury" that transforms daily life into a special moment.
Koshi no Kagetora
越乃景虎 🏆 8Koshi no Kagetora is the flagship brand representing the tradition and pride of Morohashi Shuzo. It is named after 'Nagao Kagetora,' the early name of warlord Uesugi Kenshin, who spent his youth in Tochio. Brewed with soft spring water from 'Todo no Mori' and an ancient well on the premises using 100% Niigata-grown sake rice, it is characterized by a gentle aroma and a dignified, crisp finish. Despite being dry, it has no rough edges, offering an incredibly smooth and silky mouthfeel that almost reminds one of rice juice, captivating fans across Japan.
Mitsutake
光武 🏆 19"Mitsutake" is a representative sake brand bearing the company name of Mitsutake Shuzojo. Through sake brewing that fuses tradition and innovation, it features a flavor that combines the umami of rice with a good sharpness.
Konteki
坤滴 🏆 6"Konteki" is an authentic local sake named with the meaning of "the last drop where the earth's blessings are concentrated." It luxuriously uses "Yamada Nishiki" special-grade rice grown by contract farmers in Tottori Prefecture, brewed with traditional skills using Fushimi's famous "Fushimizu" water. To value the original powerful umami of the rice, excessive filtration is avoided. It features a deep, calm aroma and a beautiful golden color. It is a sincere cup dedicated to enthusiasts who value tradition and pursue the authentic taste of sake.
Fukunotomo
福乃友 🏆 8 EC
Cherished in Daisen since the Taisho era as "the sake that calls for fortune and conversations with friends," Fukunotomo is the traditional flagship brand representing the brewery's pride. With high-quality local water and rice as the stars, it pursues a transparent umami nurtured by Akita's harsh winters. Known as a delicious ("umee") sake with a clean finish and gentle sharpness that complements meals, it quietly supports the lives of local residents. While carrying the weight of a distinguished gate, its nostalgic and approachable flavor deepens human bonds with every cup, bringing warm happiness and fortune to any table.
Hananomai
花の舞 🏆 7Hananomai 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.
Dewatsuru
出羽鶴 🏆 8"Pride of Dewa in a cup as elegant as a crane." Named in the Meiji era, this flagship brand symbolizes the history and prestige of Dewatsuru Shuzo. Amidst lush nature surrounded by the Dewa Hills, pure spring water and select local rice harmonize. Skilled craftsmanship results in a fine, smooth mouthfeel characteristic of snowy Akita, with a sophisticated umami that melts into the throat. As a celebratory sake for auspicious occasions or a companion to enrich daily conversations, its noble yet gentle flavor provides a timeless sense of peace despite the changing eras.
Issho Seishun
一生青春 🏆 8Issho Seishun (Always Youth) is a brand entrusting the brewery's decision to brew by their own hands to the desire of "continuing new challenges no matter how old one is." The brilliant aroma and dignified mouthfeel bestow young vitality to the drinker's heart. It is the starting point of Akebono Shuzo, which never rests on tradition and always pursues the highest quality.
Dainagawa
大納川 🏆 5Carrying the brewery's name, this flagship brand directly embodies their philosophy of brewing. A commitment to 100% Junmai combined with Akita-style cold brewing techniques maximizes the rice's gentle, deep sweetness and umami. Its soft, dignified quality, which feels close to the drinker's heart, is highly acclaimed as a masterpiece that elevates daily meals into blissful moments.
Naebasan
苗場山 🏆 7Naebasan is the flagship brand of Naeba Shuzo, bearing the name of the sacred Mt. Naeba, a symbol of Tsunan Town and one of the 100 famous mountains in Japan. The high-altitude moors spreading near the 2,145m summit and the pure white snow that piles up in winter. The pure brewing water nurtured by that majestic nature is the clean soul of this sake. The characteristic of the taste is 'light and dry,' which follows the royal road of Niigata sake. However, it is not just dry; the elegant and smooth mouthfeel produced by soft water brewing and the gentle umami of rice are layered to create a transparency like snowmelt water. The noble sharpness that complements any dish is just like the refreshing breeze blowing through the vast foot of Mt. Naeba. It is a representative drink of the brewery that expresses the terroir of the snow country Tsunan most purely.
Miwa Sakura
美和桜 🏆 7 EC"Miwa Sakura" is the representative brand of Miwa Sakura Shuzo, nurtured by the nature and climate of Miwa-cho, Miyoshi City. Using 100% Miyoshi-grown rice polished in-house and making firm koji, it is finished as "savory" sake that maximizes the original umami of rice. The taste with a sense of security that does not change whenever you drink it, without being influenced by trends, continues to be loved not only by locals but also by many fans. It is a bottle where you can enjoy its mellow aroma and taste whether cold or warm.
Hakutaka
白鷹 🏆 6 EC
"Hakutaka" is a representative brand of "Genuine Nada Sake" brewed by the Kita-Tatsuuma family, a branch of Tatsuuma-Honke. Utilizing the traditional techniques of Miyamizu and Tamba Toji, it continues to protect the traditional sake brewing of Nada-Gogo. It is a brand that conveys the sake brewing culture of Nada to the present day through premium quality and traditional manufacturing methods.
Echizen Misaki
越前岬 🏆 15"Echizen Misaki" is the current flagship brand born as Tanabe Shuzo focused on specific designation sake. Its quality is highly evaluated, achieving 6 consecutive gold medals at the National New Sake Appraising, the only one in Fukui Prefecture to do so. Contrary to the brand name evocative of the rough waves of Fukui's severe winter and the strength living there, it features a delicate and transparent taste. It is a representative sake of Fukui where tradition and innovation fuse.
Miyokiku
御代菊 🏆 6"Miyokiku" is a representative brand that carries the tradition since the founding of Kita Sake Brewery, and is a local sake deeply rooted in the lives of the people of local Kashihara. In recent years, they have worked on reproducing the traditional manufacturing method "Mizumoto (Bodaimoto)" originating in Nara, reviving the technology of about 800 years ago to the present. It is characterized by a powerful yet profound taste that harmonizes rich umami, complex acidity, and minerality unique to Mizumoto brewing. This sake, which is packed with the climate and history of Nara, such as using "Yamanokami yeast" related to Omiwa Shrine, goes well with local dishes such as Asuka Nabe and ethnic dishes, allowing you to enjoy a wide range of pairings.
Koikawa
鯉川 🏆 7 EC
The flagship brand with 300 years of history. An orthodox style with balanced maturity and terroir.
Tomio
富翁 🏆 8"Tomio" (Rich Elder) is a brand symbolizing the soul of Kitagawa Honke, born from a deep love for Fushimi's climate and rice. The name "Tomio" contains the wish for people who share sake to be spiritually rich and enjoy life healthily. The greatest features are a full-bodied and rounded taste woven by Fushimi's soft water (Onnazake) and elaborately grown sake rice, and a sophisticated sharp finish that disappears smoothly. From daily Kyoto dining tables to celebratory days. It is a profound sake that gently stays close to any scene.
Jukyukura
寿久蔵 🏆 11Jukyukura is a refined label from Kotobuki Toraya Shuzo, representing the pinnacle of over 300 years of brewing expertise combined with the pure water of the Zao Mountain Range. This sake beautifully expresses the unique terroir of Yamagata through meticulous craftsmanship and the use of pristine Takase River water. It offers an authentic and timeless flavor profile, embodying the quiet confidence of veteran brewers.
Chitosetsuru
千歳鶴 🏆 7Chitosetsuru is the flagship brand of Nippon Seishu, loved for generations as 'The Sake of Sapporo.' It is brewed with Hokkaido sake rice and underflow water from the Toyohira River using a 'three-stage rich brewing method.' Characterized by refreshing acidity and a crisp finish, it offers a range of styles: elegant aromas in Junmai Daiginjo and deep flavors in Junmai that pair perfectly with meals. It is a representative sake of Hokkaido with numerous awards at national competitions.
Hokushika
北鹿 🏆 7 EC
Bearing the name of the company, Hokushika is the flagship brand that carries the pride of northern Akita throughout its history. Its primary features are the profound umami from "Akita-style Kimoto" brewing and a transparent sweetness refined through "Secchu Chozo" (Snow Storage). Reflecting the natural bounty of Odate, its quality is a fruition of the passion and perseverance of those living in heavy snow regions, eloquently speaking to the identity of the Kita-Akita and Kazuno districts.
Ippongi
一本義 🏆 9"Ippongi" is the flagship brand of Ippongi Kubo Honten, derived from the Zen phrase "Daiichi Gitai" and meaning "supreme truth." It was once loved as the official sake of the Katsuyama clan. The dry sake pursuing "crispness" has been loved for a long time as a dining sake that enhances the taste of local Fukui ingredients.
Chiyo no Hikari
千代の光 🏆 5Chiyo no Hikari is the flagship brand symbolizing over 160 years of history, bearing the brewery's name. While embodying the classic Niigata style of 'Tanrei Karakuchi' (light and dry), it is characterized by a quality where the gentle sweetness and mellowness of rice resonate, rather than being just dry. It possesses the versatility to complement any cuisine, offering a refreshing sensation when chilled and a plump umami when warmed. It is a staple craft sake that has been loved in local Niigata for many years, gently accompanying everyday happiness.
Osakaya Chobei
大坂屋 長兵衛 🏆 1"Osakaya Chobei" is a brand embodying the history of the brewery, bearing the name of the founder or an important historical figure. By listing the trade name and personal name together, it expresses pride as a family business and traditional craftsmanship.
Yama no Katachi
山の形 🏆 1Yama no Katachi, meaning "The Shape of Mountains," is a Junmai Ginjo that embodies the "Yamagata terroir," using 100% locally sourced rice, yeast, and water. The name pays tribute to the beautiful mountain scenery surrounding the prefecture, the very origin of the name "Yamagata," and delivers a floral aroma reminiscent of Muscat with a crisp, dry finish. It is a brand rich in regional color, condensing the blessings of nature and the pride of artisans into a cup that feels like a sensory journey through the local landscape.
Ryujin
龍神 🏆 1 EC
Carrying the همان name as the brewery, this brand symbolizes the exquisite water from the "Well of Ryujin (Dragon God)" that springs from beneath the facility.