Brands

Yokohama is one of the brands brewed by Niizawa Sake Brewery.

Reikyo is the ultimate brand expressing the world of "Absolute Zero," which is infinitely close to zero, with a rice polishing ratio of 0.85% challenged by Niizawa Sake Brewery. Using rice polished over 5,297 hours (about 221 days), it realizes extreme transparency without any unpleasant taste, a faint sweetness of rice, and a beautiful lingering finish.

NIIZAWA is a top-class series bearing the name of the brewery, a brand pursuing the potential as vintage sake. Aiming for world-class quality, it is designed so that you can also enjoy changes due to aging.

Utsugi is one of the brands brewed by Niizawa Sake Brewery.

Moehime is one of the brands brewed by Niizawa Sake Brewery, a series characterized by character illustrations.

Moekoi♡ is one of the brands brewed by Niizawa Sake Brewery, characterized by its pop naming and label.

Moriizumi is the flagship brand of Moritami Shuzo Store, named by combining the family name "Mori" (forest) and the clear "Izumi" (spring) found in the nearby Mt. Mayama. Characterized by "Nojun Amakuchi" (rich and sweet), which is rare in Miyagi Prefecture, it brings out the umami and melting sweetness of rice by brewing with ultra-soft water with a hardness of 2 to 3. There is also a rich lineup of long-term aged sake (old sake), and the mellow and deep taste fascinates many fans.

This "Emotion" sake was central to Fukurokuju Shuzo as part of the first NEXT FIVE series, expressing passion through collaboration. It blends the techniques and creativity of five young brewers, carrying a strong will to lead the future of Akita sake. The balance between traditional methods and modern sensibility is exquisite, marking it as a monument to the project's vision.

As the finale of the first NEXT FIVE series, this sake led by Yamamoto Group is named "Shangri-la" after the mythical earthly paradise. It marks the culmination of the joint project, representing the fruits of shared knowledge and experience between the five breweries. A symbol of new possibilities for Akita sake, it features a rich and profound taste worthy of the project's grand achievement.

As the historic first release of NEXT FIVE, led by Aramasa Shuzo, this sake symbolizes the "beginning" of the project. It is a landmark bottle that gathers the skills and ideals of five breweries, born with a fierce determination to lead Akita's next generation. Representing the innovative journey of collaboration proposed by Yusuke Sato, it is a legendary monument in the Akita sake world.

Central to Kuribayashi Shuzo as part of the first NEXT FIVE series, this sake explores the theme of "Resonance." It illustrates how the techniques of the five breweries respond to one another, sublimating their distinct traits into a single masterpiece. By fusing traditional methods with modern creativity, the passion of Akita's young brewers resonates beautifully in this bottle.

Led by Akita Shuzo as part of the first NEXT FIVE series, this sake is themed around "Passion." It embodies the unyielding enthusiasm of the young brewers and their fierce determination to carry the torch for Akita's next generation. Uniting the skills and ideals of five breweries, it is a powerful expression of their drive to innovate while honoring tradition.

An innovative craft sake that breaks new ground by fusing traditional brewing methods with agave syrup. It features gentle aromas of muscat and mandarin orange, with a fruity taste where rice umami and smooth acidity harmonize. The purity of naturally grown rice meets the depth of a low polishing rate, creating a versatile drink that pairs with various cuisines.

Named after the historic Kanto Festival of Akita, this brand symbolizes the region's vibrant culture and tradition. Brewed with spring water from Mt. Taihei, it maintains stable quality through year-round production and meticulous care. It features a soft mouthfeel nurtured by Akita's terroir, capturing the festive spirit and heritage in every drop.

The flagship brand of Akita Shuzo, known for its modern taste harmonizing gentle Ginjo aromas with crisp acidity. As part of NEXT FIVE, it is crafted in small tanks to achieve elegant richness and a refreshing, clean mouthfeel. It offers a beautiful expansion of rice umami on the palate followed by a sharp finish, embodying the new generation of Akita sake.

A limited private brand bearing Aramasa's original shop name, designed to maximize each rice variety's character through Kimoto and Kioke mashing. The series features colorful labels like Red (Omachi), Blue (Miyama Nishiki), and White (Akita Sake Komachi). With pleasant acidity and complex umami from wooden vats, it offers a sophisticated exploration of rice-driven flavors.

新政酒造の名称は明治政府が施策の大綱とした「新政厚徳」に由来し、「厚き徳をもって新しい政をなす」という意味を持ちます。 「厚徳」はこの蔵の原点となる言葉を銘柄名に冠したもので、新政酒造の理念と歴史を象徴する銘柄です。 生酛造り・木桶仕込み・6号酵母という新政の基本製法で醸され、伝統への敬意と革新への意志を体現しています。

「究める」という名が示す通り、新政酒造の技術と理念を極限まで追求した銘柄です。 生酛造り・木桶仕込み・6号酵母という新政の基本製法を駆使し、酒造りの本質を探求する作品です。 伝統製法を現代に蘇らせ、素材の力を最大限に引き出す新政の酒造りの姿勢が凝縮されています。

The definitive Nama (unpasteurized) series of Aramasa, designed to highlight the raw appeal of Kogyo No. 6 yeast. It features a brilliant acidity akin to white wine, harmonized with dense sweetness and aromas of peach and strawberry. The complex umami from wooden vats and a refreshing pétillant sparkle make it a modern masterpiece that breaks all conventions.

「秘醸」の名が示す通り、新政酒造の特別な技法で醸された限定酒です。 生酛造り・木桶仕込み・6号酵母という新政の基本製法を用いながら、特別な仕込みや熟成を施した貴重な銘柄です。 蔵の伝統技術と秘伝の製法を駆使し、通常の製品とは異なる深みと複雑さを追求した作品です。