Brands

"Tomikasane" is a brand with a wish for rich joy to be steadily accumulated like a turtle's steps. Carefully brewing the underground water of the Suzuka Mountains and Omi rice, it achieves both the expanding inherent umami of rice and a refreshing, clean finish. They pursue an "umami-rich taste that never gets tiring," where deliciousness spreads gradually with each drink, rather than flashiness. It is a community-based local sake through which sincere handwork shines, nestling close to the region's daily life and bringing small happiness to the dining table.

"Biwakonokaze" (Wind of Lake Biwa) is a brand imaging the refreshing wind that crosses Lake Biwa, the symbol of Shiga. Receiving the blessings of the rich local nature, its refreshing and light mouthfeel and the honest sweetness of rice are pleasantly harmonized. A friendly taste that colors the daily dining table and never gets tiring is its greatest feature. It is a local sake packed with love for the region, which reminds one of Shiga's rich scenery and delivers a refreshing cool breeze to the drinker's heart.

"Ichiryu" is a brand that aims for a supple yet firm taste, like a single willow swaying in the wind. Brewed in the land of Gokasho, where the spirit of Omi merchants lives on, the sake is characterized by a calm and elegant mouthfeel that carefully draws out the umami of rice. They pursue "sincere brewing" that conveys the depth of taste as you drink, rather than flashiness. It is a local sake that reflects regional history and culture and adds calm peace to daily life.

"Raku" is a brand with a wish for the drinker's heart to be softened and to spend an enjoyable time. Using rice and water nurtured in the pure nature of Hino, the sake brewed with traditional methods harmonizes the straightforward umami of rice and a gentle aroma. Rather than flashiness, it pursues an "umami-rich taste that never gets tiring," which enriches daily meals and increases attachment with each cup. It is a community-based local sake that reflects regional history and adds modest joy to daily life.

"Suzumaru" is a brand containing the refreshing and clear sound of a ringing bell and a wish for "Marui" (round/peaceful) harmony in the region. Using the pure blessings of Hino's nature, the sake brewed with traditional methods achieves both the straightforward umami of rice and a refreshing, clean finish. Rather than flashiness, it pursues an "honest taste" that enriches the daily dining table and increases comfort with each cup. It is a local sake that reminds one of regional scenery and delivers calm peace to the drinker's heart.

"Omi Gamo" is a brand containing attachment to the region, symbolizing the rich climate and history of Hino. Using local pure water and rice, the sake brewed with traditional techniques harmonizes the expanding umami of rice and a refreshing, clean finish. Rather than flashiness, it pursues an "umami-rich taste that never gets tiring," which enriches daily life and peacefully colors the dining table. It is a local sake packed with honest charm that reminds one of regional scenery and delivers warm peace to the drinker's heart.

"Kyo Kasuga" is an elegant and brilliant sake celebrating the arrival of spring in Kyoto. It captures the scenery of the season when cherry blossoms dance and the ancient capital shines most beautifully in a bottle. It features a refreshing Ginjo aroma like the fragrance of flowers and a soft mouthfeel like spring sunshine. It pairs excellently with delicate spring Kaiseki cuisine, making it a brand full of seasonal joy that elegantly sets the stage for any banquet.

"Izumigawa" is the representative brand of Sotetsu Shuzo, as if bottling the pure original landscape of Yamashiro-cho, Kizugawa City. Using the rich underflow of the Kizugawa river (formerly called Izumigawa) which is the origin of the name, it is characterized by a simple and gentle taste that maximizes the pure sweetness of rice. While it lacks flashiness, it pursues an honest sake quality that makes one feel relieved at one sip, gently staying close to home cooking and never getting tired even if drunk every day. It is a symbol of warm local sake that has been loved for over 100 years in the Yamashiro area, coexisting with local people's lives.

"Ooni" (Great Ogre) is a sake brewed with themes of strength and mystery in the land where the ogre legends of Mt. Oe live. As the name suggests, it is characterized by a strong and solid drinking experience, where the pure sweetness of rice and the sharp dryness of the finish perform in exquisite balance. Especially the Junmai吟醸 using "Gohyakumangoku" grown in rice terraces by the "Society for Making Local Sake in Oe" is a gem concentrating local passion. Strong like an ogre, yet somehow letting one feel kindness as well. It is a unique brand embodying the soul of Oe, Fukuchiyama.

"Nohana" is a brand imaged after the rich nature of Nohana, Fukuchiyama City and the simple yet strong vitality of wildflowers blooming there. Valuing local ingredients and carefully brewed with traditional methods, the sake features a pleasant co-performance of the pure sweetness of rice and the sharp finish brought by clear water. While unadorned, the mellow umami that spreads with one sip gives a sense of satisfaction as if tasting the climate of Fukuchiyama itself. It is a warm local sake that always stays close to local banquets and family gatherings, bringing smiles.

"Okinazuru" is the brand symbolizing Oishi Shuzo's tradition, bearing the names "Okina" (Elder) and "Tsuru" (Crane), symbols of longevity and good luck. Transmitting the traditional "Kimoto-zukuri" method from the Edo period to today, it is characterized by deep body and strong umami born through being brewed slowly over time. The natural acidity brought by lactic acid bacteria tightens the whole taste, and the robust sake quality that makes one feel the vitality of rice itself exhibits its true value even more when warmed. It is a dignified sake to be loved across eras, where the history of over 300 years and Oishi Shuzo's spirit of valuing dialogue with nature dwell.

"Idugen" is a brand bearing the store name symbolizing Seki Shuzo's tradition, pursuing the pinnacle of hand-made brewing. The sake produced by the time-consuming traditional method of "Fukuro-shibori" boasts ultimate purity, collecting only drops that fell by their own weight without applying any pressure. The delicate sweetness inherent in rice and elegant aroma spread as if unraveling in the mouth, and indeed, Kameoka's history and the maker's thoughts are condensed in every single drop. While mass production is impossible, the joy when encountering it is all the greater. It is a masterpiece suitable for gifts to precious people or coloring special times.

"Yasaka-zuru" is the flagship brand of Yoshioka Shuzojo, bearing a wish for eternal prosperity of the Yasaka land and the name of the auspicious bird, crane. Brewed by traditional "Kifune-shibori" to scrape off all off-flavors, the sake resonates with the clear water of Mt. Kongodouji, creating a beautiful taste as clear as a mirror. With one sip, the soft sweetness inherent in rice spreads quietly, and the finish is characterized by an elegant result that clears away like spring meltwater. Please enjoy the exceptional umami where Yasaka's climate and the maker's sincerity dwell, carefully spun one by one by the hands of artisans.

"Ichi" is the supreme brand of Nagao Shuzo, aiming for "the only one, the first one, and the best one" at the edge of the Tango Peninsula. The brewery workers who have watched over Nakahama's freezing sea polished every drop with traditional skills. It fusioned the wild umami inherent in rice and the sharp finish born from Ukawa water in top-prize balance. Discarding ornate decorations and honestly pursuing "tasty sake," the taste shows the figure of true local sake that one never gets tired of exactly because it doesn't aim for eccentricity. Please enjoy the powerful resonance where the pride of the maker, living with Tango's severe nature and staking their life on this cup, dwells.

"Choro" is the flagship brand bearing the name of the sacred mountain Mt. Chorogatake, receiving its clear water. The taste where the spirit of Tajima Toji dwells is clear like Kyotanba's severe winter, characterized by a transparent mouthfeel. Yet, the finish where the mellow umami inherent in rice quietly follows has a calmness and dignity suitable for the name "Choro" (the elder). Whether enjoyed chilled and sharp, or as lukewarm sake with an inclusive taste, it stays close to any meal and becomes the best supporting actor that makes conversation lively. Please savor the traditional taste that the region is proud of, a crystallization of Kyotanba's rich nature and the producer's unremitting efforts.

"Yosamusume" is the flagship brand representing the brewery, symbolizing Yosano's rich nature and the warmth of the people living there. Imaging Yosa Village, which has been loved since the Manyo era, it pursues a gentle rice umami and a soft mouthfeel created by spring water filtered through granite. Characterized by a good balance that stays close to dishes and one never gets tired of even if drinking every day, it is indeed like the "Flagship Daughter of Yosano" indispensable for local dining tables. While valuing tradition, the taste that somehow makes one feel freshness delivers smiles to many people across eras.

"Jakuchu" is a masterpiece brand of Taniguchi Shuzo where the art of Edo period genius painter Ito Jakuchu and Tango's passionate sake brewing are fusioned. The "Uryu-zu" (Rain Dragon) used on the label is a precious ink wash painting by Jakuchu owned by the brewery itself, and the lively figure of the dragon beautifully symbolizes the powerful yet delicate umami of Kyoto's unique sake rice "Iwai." The Junmai Daiginjo, with rice polished down to 50%, has a gorgeous aroma and a dignified sharpness. It boasts a high-quality taste suitable to be called "an art of a single drop." "Jakuchu" draws Tango's climate inside the glass with a brush named tradition. It is a supreme cup dedicated to everyone who loves art and delicious sake.

"Ice Breaker" is a summer limited brand of Kinoshita Shuzo that revolutionized the way of drinking sake. This sake with an impressive penguin label is a powerful and rich Junmai Ginjo Nama Genshu designed on the premise of "drinking on the rocks." The taste that changes as the ice melts and the mellow umami that rises within the coldness are full of exhilaration that blows away the summer heat. "Ice Breaker" boldly proposes a new way of enjoying sake. As its name suggests, it is a cup that brings smiles, as if breaking the barriers of people's hearts.

"Horoyoi" is a traditional brand of Aoto Shuzo that has been loved locally in Yasugi for a long time. It features a gentle and mild taste that nestles up to daily evening drinks. As a famous supporting role that does not get tired of drinking and brings out the taste of food, it is an indispensable existence for the local dining table.

"Gegege no Fuufushu" is sake born from the connection that the birthplace of Nunoe Mura, the wife of Shigeru Mizuki, the author of the manga "Gegege no Kitaro," is in Yasugi City. It is a set of Junmai Ginjo sake and Junmai sake, and characters such as Kitaro are drawn on the label. It is popular as a souvenir or gift, and you can enjoy not only the topicality but also the authentic taste.

"Nishiki" is a brand with a new concept born when Miyakonishiki Shuzo restarted as a completely Junmai brewery. Similar to how trees take root in the earth and add growth rings, it contains the wish to be sake that is loved for a long time. Using discerning sake rice from Shimane Prefecture, they pursue a clear and modern taste. It is a sophisticated Junmai sake where you can also enjoy pairing with food.

"Kairyu" is the flagship brand of Sekishu Shuzo. It contains the wish to be a sake that is powerful like a dragon and becomes a pioneer. It is a dry sake characterized by a firm body and a crisp aftertaste. The sturdy taste that does not collapse even when cold or hot goes well with local dishes with strong flavors.

A Junmai Daiginjo sake that gathers the best of Mukaihara Shuzo's techniques. Using carefully selected Yamada Nishiki rice, it features a fruity aroma like sweet fruit and a smooth, light taste.