Brands

"Saijotsuru" is a brand named by combining the place name "Saijo" and "Tsuru" (Crane), which is considered a symbol of longevity and an auspicious bird. It is known for high-quality sake brewing, led by the Junmai Daiginjo Genshu "Shinzui," which has won consecutive Monde Selection Gold Awards and received high scores from world-renowned wine critic Robert Parker. While possessing the softness and umami unique to Hiroshima, it combines the strength of core that does not lose to the sauce of Okonomiyaki, making it an ideal sake to accompany food.

"Hiroshimanishiki" is a particular brand brewed using Association No. 5 Yeast (Kamotsuru Yeast) to revive the Hiroshima Prefecture suitable rice for sake brewing "Hiroshimanishiki," which became a phantom in the early Showa period, and to maximize its merits. Characterized not by a flashy aroma, but by an elegant and rich aroma and a plump and deep taste, it embodies the climate of Hiroshima itself. When served lukewarm (Nurukan), the umami of the rice stands out even more, demonstrating outstanding compatibility as a sake to accompany food.

"Ittekinyukon" (One Drop, One Soul) is, as the name suggests, a Junmai Ginjo sake brewed with the whole heart and soul of the master brewer, putting thoughts into every single drop. It boasts numerous awards such as the "Fine Sake Awards Japan" Gold Award and the "Kan Sake Award" Supreme Gold Award, and can be enjoyed in a wide range of temperatures from cold sake to hot sake. Characterized by moderate acidity, gentle aroma, and smooth mouthfeel, it is a versatile sake to accompany food that snuggles up to any dish.

"Kamotsuru" is the representative brand of Kamotsuru Shuzo named in 1873 (Meiji 6), and is known nationwide as a synonym for Hiroshima sake. The representative "Daiginjo Tokusei Gold Kamotsuru" is also famous for being served at a dinner when former President Obama visited Japan, and its elegant appearance with cherry blossom petal-shaped gold leaf dancing is perfect for celebratory occasions. It is the royal road of sake combining quality and formality, continuing to evolve while protecting tradition.

"Tenrin" is the highest peak Daiginjo sake into which Kamotsuru Shuzo has poured all of its skills. By collecting drip sake that naturally drips from sake bags and blending new sake from cold brewing with old sake stored at low temperature for several years in an exquisite ratio, an elegant aroma and deep taste are realized. It is a supreme bottle that can be called a work of art, combining dignified elegance and melodious aftertaste.

A brand named after the pine trees of the Sanyodo road and the crane. Using Saijo's unique soft water, it features a smooth throat feel and a gentle mouthfeel typical of Hiroshima. They cherish the "Go-mi Ittai" (harmonious five flavors) taste, where sweetness, acidity, dryness, bitterness, and astringency are balanced. At the direct sales shop, you can also enjoy brewery-limited sake and the popular red sake cups.

A brand that played a part in the history of the brewing district of Saijo, Higashihiroshima City. Although no longer produced, it was known for unique sake brewing using red rice and was loved by many fans.

A brand named after Matsuo Basho's haiku "Tenbin ya / Kyo Edo kakete / Chiyo no haru". Using medium-hard water pumped from 40m underground, it was highly acclaimed, winning a Gold Prize at the National New Sake Appraising and Conducting Awards in 2003.

A brand that was produced by Taguma Shuzo in Otake City. The brewery is now closed, making it difficult to obtain. It was popular as "Ginjo Health-Oriented Sake".

A brand that was produced by Fujitaka Shuzo in Otake City. The brewery is now closed, and it is no longer produced. It is one of the brands that tells the history of sake brewing in Otake City.

A brand bearing the name of the region, developed by Mukaihara Shuzo, the only brewery in Akitakata City. It is a representative local sake filled with the thoughts of the local people.

A nigori sake brewed by Mukaihara Shuzo, this Honjozo is characterized by a powerful taste with an alcohol content of 17%. It is a unique bottle where you can enjoy the sweetness of koji, a dry finish, and a solid sense of alcohol.

As the main brand of Mukaihara Shuzo, this sake has been loved locally for many years. Its refreshing dry and crisp taste makes it ideal as a food sake that enhances the flavor of a wide range of dishes such as kaiseki cuisine, sashimi, and cold tofu.

A brand that makes use of the clear stream of the Nishiki River and the local climate, harmonizing the rich nature of Iwakuni with traditional techniques. Expressing a taste rooted in the region, it is a sake that continues to be loved by the locals.

The name "Gangi" comes from the thought "life is born at the water's edge", symbolizing sake brewing nurtured by the clear stream of the Nishiki River. By insisting on Junmai and unfiltered brewing and bringing out the original vitality of rice, it realizes a fruity yet rich umami and a sharp taste.

Nene is a sparkling Junmai sake brewed by Sakai Shuzo, characterized by a gentle sparkling sensation created by sealing natural carbon dioxide gas from in-bottle fermentation. It features a light and cool taste where subtle sweetness and refreshing acidity harmonize, and you can enjoy a pear-like aroma and taste, and a fruit-like texture.

A brand derived from the five arches of the "Kintai Bridge", one of Japan's three famous bridges. Insisting on rice and water from Yamaguchi Prefecture, and people, it is characterized by fine-grained and fragrant sake quality due to soft water brewing. While incorporating traditional wooden barrel making, they pursue a well-balanced taste that goes well with meals.

A brand expressing the gorgeousness and elegance of "Nishiki" (brocade). It features a fine-grained texture unique to soft water brewing and a taste that makes the most of the umami of Yamaguchi Prefecture rice. It is a bottle filled with Sakai Shuzo's tradition and commitment to the region.

Kussenkourin is one of the brands brewed by Horie Sakaba, characterized by sake brewing that utilizes the technology of a long-established brewery with a tradition of over 250 years and the blessings of the clear stream Nishiki River. With the rich natural environment of Nishiki-cho and medium-hard brewing water, it embodies the philosophy of sake brewing rooted in the region as a sake with a unique taste.

Features sake brewing with spring water from the Nishiki River, selected as one of Japan's 100 Famous Waters, and medium-hard water. Bearing the name of the longest clear stream in the prefecture, it is brewed in a naturally rich environment surrounded by mountains of the 1000m class. The umami of rice and the sharp taste harmonize, reflecting the climate of Nishiki-cho.