Brands

A standard sake produced by Godo Shusei's Asahikawa Distillery. Named after the referee's call in Sumo, it offers a clean and crisp taste brewed with the Taisetsu mountain range subsoil water and 100% Hokkaido rice. Delicious both chilled and warm.

Bearing the name gifted from the coat of arms of the lords of Akita, Hinomaru is the foundational brand symbolizing over 330 years of tradition. With the spirit of "This is Hinomaru Jozo," skilled craftsmen combine ancient techniques with modern wisdom to create a grand, dignified flavor. Infused with deep respect and gratitude for its home in Akita, this sake possesses a rich body reflecting its pedigree and a crystal-clear aftertaste, shining as a true classic that transcends time.

A highly popular brand considered the ideal food-pairing sake, achieving a high-level balance between "umai" (savory) and "karai" (dry). While drawing out the powerful umami of Akita's unique "Aki no Sei" rice, it maintains an astonishingly dry and light aftertaste. It has the depth to stand up to meat dishes and rich local cuisine, enjoyable at any temperature from chilled to hot. Designed as a partner for the dining table, its quality invites the next bite and makes every meal more delicious—a masterpiece that Hinomaru Jozo is truly proud of.

Yachiyo is the proud flagship brand of Yachiyo Shuzo, bottling the pure life force of the local "Rokugo Spring Water Group." Natural spring water from the Ou Mountains harmonizes with Akita rice nurtured by the Senboku Plain. Through meticulous handcrafting, it achieves a perfect balance of straightforward rice sweetness and a refreshing clarity that glides smoothly down the throat. Symbolizing "Eternal Prosperity," it is a celebratory brand suitable for special occasions. Its gentle, dignified flavor, which brings to mind the beautiful landscapes of Rokugo, has been loved by the community across generations.

Named after the "Egao-shimizu" spring on the brewery grounds, this brand carries the brewer's ultimate wish to bring a smile (egao) to everyone who drinks it. True to the legend of an old man who laughed at his reflection in the spring, the water is incredibly mellow, giving the sake a gentle character. A "masterpiece for daily drinking" intended for sharing simple happiness. Just one sip unbinds the heart and colors the table with warm smiles, embodying the true spirit of Takahashi Shuzoten.

Dewa no Shizuku is a prestigious brand inspired by the droplet of blessings nurtured by the nature of "Dewa," the old name for Akita. Based on Kariho Shuzo's traditional techniques, it wraps the strength of Yamahai brewing in a delicate transparency, pursuing a gentler and more refined mouthfeel. The freshness of pure water from the Dewa landscape gives each drop an elegant sparkle. Nurtured in the historic land of Daisen, this sake carries the weight of tradition while moving lightly. Its flavor, as clear as the Akita sky, heals the soul of the drinker.

"Creating the best sake with our local 'Akita Komachi' table rice, not just sake rice." Born from this passionate challenge, Fuyuki is the innovative brand of Fukunotomo Shuzo. Its defining feature is the insistence on "Muroka Genshu" (unfiltered and undiluted), maximizing the potential of table rice. The dynamic umami filled with life force straight from the press is bottled as is, possessing a dignified strength like trees in winter. Beyond the framework of conventional sake, it offers a dense sweetness and fresh acidity unique to the rice. This pure drop, directly conveying the brewer's will, is an opening to a new world of sake, attracting intense attention from savvy enthusiasts.

Yuki no Hana was the flagship brand of Yuki no Hana Shuzo. Brewed in the 'Shuzo Ginza' of Otaru's Ironai district, it was a local sake that symbolized the era of growth alongside the Otaru Canal. Named after the landscape of snowy Hokkaido and the port culture of Otaru, this brand was long cherished by locals. Once, many breweries in Otaru supported Hokkaido's sake culture, but many closed during the Heisei period due to shifting tastes and a lack of Toji. Yuki no Hana is remembered as a historical brand that preserves Otaru's sake-brewing heritage. It is a precious record of a local sake from Otaru's peak of prosperity.

Oyadama Kitanohomare is a top-selling Nigori (cloudy) sake from the Asahikawa Distillery. Brewed with 100% Hokkaido rice, it features a rich, bold body with a pleasant acidity that pairs exceptionally well with meat dishes.

"A one-of-a-kind drop that can only be brewed in this land." Yamato Shizuku is a concept brand that focuses exclusively on "rice grown within a 10km radius," maximizing local terroir. Bound by strong ties to specific fields and farmers, it is the ultimate Jizake where rice cultivation and brewing are two sides of the same coin. Within its clean transparency, the energy of the earth and the honest umami of the rice are condensed. Its flavor is refreshing and crisp, like the breeze blowing through Nangai's countryside. Each drop vividly conveys its roots, inviting modern sake fans into the deep heart of Akita.

"Young leaves shine on the surrounding mountains, eternal green (Chiyomidori)." Named after a poem by the founder moved by early summer's lushness, this is the proud flagship brand of Okuda Shuzoten. Its greatest appeal is the combination of a fresh, elegant Ginjo aroma from the 350-year-old in-house yeast "MS3" and a mouthfeel as soft as powdered snow. It maximizes the life force of sake rice nurtured by contract farmers in Kyowa, resulting in an amazingly delicate and graceful flavor. Reflecting the philosophy of "gentle and mild," its refreshing sweetness and crisp, clean finish envelop the drinker in deep peace—a gem of a bottle delivering freshness like everlasting green across eternity.

"Challenge, play, and evolve." Yamakawa Mitsuo, presented by four elite Yamagata breweries, is a unit brand blowing a fresh breeze through the sake world. The unique character on the label, resembling a quirky older man, expresses the desire for people to enjoy sake more freely and casually. Every year, the four breweries pool their wisdom to create flavors with changing themes of rice and yeast, perfectly balancing fresh discovery with reliable quality. Released seasonally (Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter), each bottle is filled with the depth of Yamagata's technology and the playful spirit of the brewers. It is an "entertainment sake" that keeps drinkers excited to see what comes next.

Brewed with the crisp underflow water of the Zao Mountain Range, Yamaotokoyama features a refreshingly sharp and dry profile. True to its name, it offers a clean taste that becomes more enjoyable with every sip, making it a beloved local favorite for daily dining. Combining years of brewing expertise with Yamagata's natural bounty, this sake delivers the honest and pure umami of rice.

Ureshi Tanoshii Osake (literally 'Happy, Joyful Sake') is a synthetic sake produced by Godo Shusei. It features a light taste and affordable price, designed to bring simple joy to the daily dinner table.

Uyo Otoyama, the flagship brand of Otoyama Shuzo, is nationally acclaimed for its sophisticated and sharp dry profile crafted with Zao's spring water. With 16 gold medals at the National New Sake Awards, its exceptional quality is a result of over 200 years of tradition combined with Yamagata's harsh winters. The name "Uyo" proudly marks its origin as Yamagata's Otokoyama, serving as a premium brew that perfectly enhances any culinary experience.

Nanuka is a revolutionary blend created from the premium brews of three distinct Yamagata breweries: Otoyama, Kajo Kotobuki, and Shuho. Planned by the specialist store "La Jomon" and crafted with traditional expertise, it achieves a deep, multilayered complexity impossible for a single brewery alone. Named "Nanuka" (7th) as a clever nod to its location in Yokamachi (8th Town), this "entertainment sake" celebrates local bonds and a playful spirit.

Juhachiya is a brand crafted with the pristine underflow water of Zao and premium Yamagata rice, capturing the essence of the local terroir. This flavorful sake represents the seamless harmony between Shuho Shuzojo's refined techniques and the region's rich natural environment. It offers a profound and meditative experience, whispering the brewery's long-standing traditions with every sip.