Brands

Ryufu is a brand of Fujii Shuzo that expresses a powerful and dashing flavor, like a dragon. It is developed as a brand with a different personality from Ryubai, characterized by a crisp, refreshing mouthfeel. It has attracted attention as a youthful, energetic sake that incorporates modern sensibilities.

Masutama is a brand of Akamine Shuzo Jo, a sake with an auspicious name wishing for longevity and prosperity. "Manju" means ten thousand years of life, and "tama" means treasure, making it a brand beloved in the community as fitting for celebratory occasions. Often chosen as a celebratory sake, it is treasured as a drink that adorns life's milestones such as weddings, 60th birthday celebrations, and New Year festivities. The flavor is gentle and easy to drink, with a sake quality that is loved across a wide range of generations.

Hanaemi is a brand of Ochi Shuzo, a sake expressing a gentle, gorgeous flavor like a flower smiling. Using sake rice nurtured in the rich natural environment of Saiki, it is characterized by a fruity, refreshing aroma. Soft sweetness and moderate acidity harmonize, possessing a splendor reminiscent of a spring flower garden. With a light mouthfeel that is easy to drink for women as well, it pairs excellently with aperitifs and light dishes. It is also chosen as a toast sake for celebrations and special occasions.

Derived from the phrase meaning "a shining pearl in the palm," this ultra-premium brand is crafted drop by drop with as much care as raising one's own child. Using only the core of select sake rice, it undergoes precise temperature control and a delicate fermentation process with "flower yeast," resulting in a crystal-like sake that shines like a gemstone. The noble aroma and fleeting yet rich finish are the heights of luxury suited for special moments, a masterpiece of the brewery's highest technical standards.

Tenshin Yuki Masamune is a traditional brand of Ochi Shuzo, a sake that pursues a pure and pristine flavor. "Tenshin" expresses natural purity, "Yuki" represents cleanliness, and "Masamune" signifies the orthodoxy of sake. Characterized by a clear, limpid flavor with a transparent sake quality free of off-flavors. It is especially delicious served chilled, pairing superbly with Saiki's fresh seafood.

Bungo Suimei is a brand brewed by Ochi Shuzo, expressing the verdant nature and bright future of Bungo (Oita). Brewed using the terroir of local Saiki, it is characterized by a refreshing, clear flavor. As the character "sui" (jade green) suggests, it is a sake with a fresh, youthful impression. With a light mouthfeel yet a solid rice umami, it is finished with a sake quality that is ideal as a food-pairing sake.

MOMO is a brand by Kuncho Shuzo that incorporates modern sensibilities. Characterized by a fruity, gorgeous aroma and a light mouthfeel, it has a flavor that is approachable even for sake beginners. Popular among younger generations and women, it is a new-style sake that can be enjoyed casually.

Kaku no I is a brand of Inoue Shuzo, a local sake of Hita boasting over 200 years of history. The brand name derives from the shape of a well, expressing gratitude for the blessing of pure water. Using clear underground water from upstream of the Chikugo River for brewing, it is characterized by a mellow, easy-to-drink flavor. With a sake quality that harmonizes with Hita's local food culture, it pairs especially well with river fish and wild mountain vegetable dishes. It is a brand loved across a wide range of occasions, from daily evening drinks to celebrations.

Kuro Oni is a distinctive brand from Oimatsu Shuzo, a sake characterized by powerful depth and rich flavor. With a full-bodied, savory taste and substantial drinking satisfaction, its umami is further enhanced when served warm. Despite its bold name, it offers a well-balanced sake quality that pairs nicely with cuisine.

Mine no Kantsubaki is a brand by Oimatsu Shuzo that captures the winter scenery of Hita. Characterized by a dignified presence like the winter camellia flower and a delicate, refined flavor. A ginjo-style sake slowly brewed at low temperatures, it offers vibrant aromas and a crisp, clean finish.

Hita Sugi Bottle Wa is a sake presented in a special container made from Hita cedar, the region's renowned specialty product. The subtle fragrance of Hita cedar gently infuses the sake, creating a luxurious product with a unique flavor profile. Highly popular as a gift, it is a special product that fuses Hita's traditional craftsmanship with sake brewing artistry.

Oimatsu is the signature brand of Oimatsu Shuzo, a sake that embodies the brewery's history and tradition. Characterized by a well-balanced flavor brewed with the crisp, pure water from the upper Chikugo River and carefully selected rice. With a savory, easy-drinking quality that never tires the palate, it is a classic brand that has been beloved locally for many years.

Yaba Masamune is a brand from Nishi no Homare Meijo, a sake bearing the name of the scenic Yabakei gorge. Brewed with the majestic nature and crystal-clear water of Yabakei, this sake features a powerful yet graceful flavor. Its clear, refreshing quality evokes the pure mountain air. Harmonizing with the food culture of Nakatsu, it pairs exceptionally well with river fish dishes and mountain delicacies. It is also popular as a souvenir sake for visitors to the famous Yabakei scenic area.

Nishi no Homare is another flagship brand of Nishi no Homare Meijo, a sake expressing the pride of the western provinces. Brewed with the aspiration to create a sake that the nation can admire from the western edge of Kyushu, it features a mellow, easy-drinking flavor. With a versatile quality enjoyable across occasions from daily evening drinks to special days, it is a brand that has been beloved by the people of Nakatsu for many years.

Shojiki no Homare is the brand of Jotokuya Shuzo Jo, a sake that expresses the brewery's honest and sincere approach to sake making. True to its name meaning 'Honor of Honesty,' it features an unadulterated, honest flavor. Its straightforward quality, underpinned by reliable technique despite its rustic simplicity, is beloved by local residents. Without pretension, its gentle flavor accompanies the daily evening drink, making it an indispensable presence at family dinner tables in Usa.

Kokuzo is a special sake brand brewed by Sanwa Shurui, a prestigious sake named after the Kokuzo Bosatsu (Akashagarbha Bodhisattva) closely associated with Usa Shrine. Through a unique process that fuses fermentation techniques cultivated in shochu production with traditional sake brewing methods, it achieves deep flavor and elegant aroma. Using the pure water of Usa and carefully selected sake rice, it is a luxurious sake brewed slowly with time and care.

Toyo no Seki is a brand of Yamada Shuzo Jo, a sake that expresses the power of a sumo wrestler guarding the barriers of the Bungo province. True to its dignified name reminiscent of a sumo champion, it features a solid structure and deep flavor. Rich umami and moderate acidity harmonize to create a sake with a satisfying body. It pairs well with the seafood and mountain delicacies of the Kunisaki Peninsula, and when combined with local regional cuisine, the flavors complement each other in an exquisite match.

Bungo Otokozake is a brand of Ono Shuzo, a sake that expresses the boldness and straightforwardness of Bungo men. It features a powerful flavor and a satisfying body, pursuing a masculine and robust taste. Solid rice umami and moderate dryness harmonize, with an impressively clean finish. It is a bold and unpretentious sake, perfect for an after-work drink or conversations among friends.

King (Kiungu) is a unique brand of Ono Shuzo, an auspicious sake wishing for good fortune and prosperity. The brand name carries the wish for "precious luck to last long," with a playful naming that can also be read as "KING" in English. It features a mellow and elegant flavor, and is often chosen as a toast sake for celebrations and special occasions.

Saiki Hisho is a brand of Bungo Meijo, a sake carrying the wish to "soar from Saiki across all of Japan." It uses Saiki-grown Yamada Nishiki as koji rice and Saiki-grown Gin no Sato as kake rice, brewed with a unique method combining traditional kimoto brewing and flower yeast. It is a true local sake that maximizes the character of local rice. Fresh and gorgeous aromas harmonize with the depth of flavor characteristic of kimoto brewing, drawing attention as a new-era local sake.

Kakujo is a brand of Bungo Meijo, a sake bearing the name of Saiki Castle (Kakujo/Crane Castle) that expresses the region's history. It infuses the sake with the elegance and solidity of Crane Castle, the former residence of the Saiki domain, featuring a refined yet strong-willed flavor. Cherishing the region's history and culture, it serves as a bridge connecting Saiki's traditions to the future, expressing local pride.

Suimu is a brand of Ogura Shuzo, a poetic sake meaning "dream within intoxication." Aiming to provide a pleasant buzz and happy moments, it features a soft and gentle flavor. It has a mellow and easy-to-drink quality that creates a dreamy, comfortable intoxication. It is an ideal brand for a relaxed evening drink, serving as a cup to heal daily fatigue and spend peaceful moments.

Yayoi is a brand of Ogura Shuzo, a sake bearing the name of Yayoi (March), heralding the arrival of spring. As a sake celebrating the beginning of a new season, it features a fresh and gorgeous flavor. With a bright and light sake quality like spring sunshine, it is a brand fitting for new beginnings and spring celebrations. Especially recommended to enjoy with spring ingredients as a sake for the changing of seasons.