Brands

Kujira Matsuri is a brand derived from the whaling culture of Nagato City. The Kayoi district of Nagato City has flourished as a whaling base since the Edo period, and the 'Kayoi Whale Festival' is held every July. The brand name honors this local whaling culture and tradition. Brewed against the backdrop of Nagato City's rich and beautiful nature and the history of whaling culture, it features a mellow mouthfeel and a mild taste.

Omijima is a brand named after the scenic spot 'Omijima' floating off the coast of Nagato City. Omijima is a scenic spot also known as the 'Maritime Alps', a beautiful island with strange rocks and caves created by the rough waves of the Sea of Japan. It is a balanced Tanrei Dry sake quality with moderate umami. It features a good balance that is easy to drink without any peculiarities. It is delicious cold or at room temperature, and when warmed, the richness increases, but the sharpness is maintained.

Ichiryumanbai is a four-character idiom meaning that a single grain of seed paddy bears ten thousand times as much fruit, known as an auspicious phrase. It expresses the teaching that even a small thing can produce great results if raised with care. The brand name contains the wish for sake brewing from a small grain to a large harvest and good luck.

Misuzu is a brand named after Misuzu Kaneko, a nursery rhyme poet from Senzaki, Nagato City. Misuzu Kaneko appeared at the end of the Taisho period, wrote 512 poems, and is known for works such as 'Me, the Bird, and the Bell'. It is a brand brewed by Otsu Shurui Jozo bearing the name of Misuzu Kaneko, with a product lineup including Junmai Daiginjo. Putting Misuzu Kaneko's gentle poetic worldview into the sake quality, it expresses the cultural pride of the region.

Yokihi Densetsu derives from the legend of Yang Guifei remaining in Yuya Bay, Nagato City. A legend has been passed down in the region that Yang Guifei, who fled from the 'An Lushan Rebellion' and arrived in Yuya, Yamaguchi Prefecture, was warmly treated by the Empress Koken of the time. It is a special Junmai sake with a sake meter value of +7, finishing dry. It is evaluated as having a mellow taste with a rich mouthfeel, as if packing the rich and beautiful nature as it is. Adopting the local historical romance of the Yang Guifei legend in Yuya Bay as the brand name, it expresses the cultural characteristics of the region.

Tsunoshima Ohashi is derived from the 'Tsunoshima Bridge', a 1,780-meter bridge connecting Kanda and Tsunoshima in Hohoku-cho, Shimonoseki City. This bridge is a popular tourist attraction as a scenic bridge crossing the emerald green Amagase, and also as a filming location for commercials and dramas. It is a brand brewed by Nishitani Shuzo bearing the name of Tsunoshima Bridge, a representative tourist attraction of the region. By bearing the name of Tsunoshima Bridge, which is the pride of the region, it expresses the beautiful nature and tourism resources of Hohoku-cho through sake.

Akosakura is one of the brands brewed by Nishitani Shuzo. Brewed as a brand of Nishitani Shuzo, it is likely a brand familiar to the locals.

Meiju is a brand manufactured by Meiju Shuzo. As a small-scale community-based brewery, it is a brand familiar to the locals.

Kyokuju is a brand brewed by Kinsen Shuzo. It is a brand familiar to the region as a local sake brewed within the historic townscape of Yanai City.

"Goten Zakura" is a brand familiar as a local sake of Tokushima, which is mellow yet refreshing and easy to drink. Using the underflow water (soft water) of the Akui River flowing near the brewery as brewing water, it creates a gentle taste ranging from medium to slightly sweet. For raw materials, it focuses on Tokushima-grown rice such as "Yamada Nishiki," "Gin no Sato," and "Nipponbare." Especially for Junmai Daiginjo and Junmai Ginjo, it uses LED Yume Kobo yeast born in Tokushima, realizing a fruity aroma like apples and a refreshing mouthfeel. It is a bottle that accompanies meals, recommended for sake beginners and women.

"Bizan" is a representative sake of Yoshimoto Jozo, bearing the name of "Bizan" (Mt. Bizan), the symbol of Tokushima City. Using clear underflow water from the Akui River of the Mt. Tsurugi system and 100% Tokushima-grown Awa Yamada Nishiki, it is brewed carefully by the hands of brewers. Maximizing the characteristics of rice and water, this sake features a rich taste where the quality of the ingredients stands out. It develops a wide lineup from 35% polished Ginjo sake to Junmai sake. Living up to the name of the famous local peak, it is a cup filled with the climate and pride of Tokushima.

"Nangoku Ichi" is a confident creation of Yoshimoto Jozo, expressing the warm climate of Tokushima. As the name "Nangoku" (Southern Country) suggests, it images the bright and open atmosphere of the southern country, and "Ichi" (One/First) contains the brewer's strong will to aim for number one in quality. Brewed carefully with traditional methods using carefully selected Tokushima-grown rice and clear water from the Mt. Tsurugi system, this sake features a friendly taste where the umami of rice and the goodness of water harmonize. It is a staple sake coloring the dining tables of Tokushima, loved by local people for a long time.

"Seigyoku" is a traditional brand that has been loved locally in Tokushima since its founding in the Meiji era. It was named with the wish for the "vigor" of sake and "beauty" like a gem. Using high-quality underflow water from the Yoshino River system and carefully selected Tokushima-grown rice, it is brewed by the careful handwork of brewers. It features a "Tanrei Karakuchi" (light and dry) taste where soft mouthfeel coexists with the umami of rice and sharpness. Enjoyable in a wide range of temperatures from cold sake to hot sake, it is a bottle reflecting the heart of Tokushima, accompanying daily dining tables.

"Rangyoku" is a traditional brand that Yoshida Shuzo has protected since its founding in the mid-Edo period. "Ran" (Orchid) means the king of elegant flowers, and "Gyoku" (Gem) means a supreme treasure, containing the wish to be an elegant and valuable sake. Using Tokushima's rich water and high-quality rice, brewed carefully by hand, its taste features a Tanrei (light) and refreshing mouthfeel. The original umami of rice spreads faintly, enhancing the taste of meals. Indispensable for daily dining tables, the simple yet unwearying taste is truly a local sake blended into the life of Tokushima.

"Kumoi Tachibana" is a brand with a noble ring, named after the theme of the Imperial New Year's Poetry Reading. "Kumoi" represents above the clouds or the Imperial Court, and "Tachibana" represents an auspicious tree considered a symbol of evergreen and perpetual youth and longevity. It is brewed as a "Awa Juwari" Junmai sake using 100% Tokushima-grown sake rice and water from the Yoshino River system. Combining the plump umami of rice and transparency like water, it features a taste you never get tired of drinking. As a sake served with meals that gently accompanies without interfering with the taste of cuisine, it has been loved in local Tokushima for a long time.

Garyu is a Tokubetsu Honjozo sake manufactured by Nisshin Shurui Taiko Shuzojo. The name 'Garyu' (Self-style) contains the brewer's attitude of sticking to their own style. Using Awa Yamada Nishiki grown in Tokushima Prefecture as rice and brewed with underflow water from the Yoshino River system in the Shikoku Mountains, it features brewing that utilizes the blessings of Tokushima's rich nature. There is a product lineup such as Kuro Garyu (Black Garyu), and it is familiar mainly in local Tokushima. It is a brand that combines traditional methods and modern technology to achieve both drinkability and depth of taste.

Sakurabijin is a Junmai Daiginjo sake brewed by Nisshin Shurui Taiko Shuzojo. It was named with the aim of being a beautiful and elegant sake like cherry blossoms. Using Awa Yamada Nishiki grown in Tokushima Prefecture as rice, it is finished with careful Ginjo brewing. It features a fruity and gorgeous aroma and a refreshing taste. Manufactured in the categories of Daiginjo and Junmai Daiginjo, it is popular for special days and as gifts. It is a brand with an elegant taste nurtured by the climate and tradition of Tokushima.

Hisagotaiko is the representative brand of Nisshin Shurui Taiko Shuzojo. Boasting a history of winning awards more than 20 times in total at the National New Sake Appraisal, it is one of the sakes representing Tokushima. Mainly using Awa Yamada Nishiki grown in Tokushima Prefecture and using underflow water from the Yoshino River system in the Shikoku Mountains as brewing water, brewing is carried out to maximize the characteristics of Yamada Nishiki, which has large grains, large shinpaku (white heart), and high water absorption. The product lineup includes a wide range of categories such as Junmai Daiginjo, Daiginjo, Junmai sake, and Honjozo, each brewed carefully with its own method. Featuring a fruity aroma and a refreshing taste, it continues to be loved locally as a brand that harmonizes with Tokushima's food culture. Due to the achievement of winning the gold prize at the National New Sake Appraisal, it is highly evaluated inside and outside Tokushima Prefecture, symbolizing the high level of sake brewing technology in Tokushima.

Tsukasagiku is the flagship brand of Tsukasagiku Shuzo, founded in Meiji 29. It continues to be brewed as a brand embodying the ideal of 'rich fragrance of chrysanthemum flowers.' Brewed carefully by Awa Toji with traditional techniques, it uses only carefully selected local rice. It is characterized by authentic brewing that uses no additives, sticking to Junmai sake made only with rice and koji. Born from water and rice nurtured by the rich nature of Mima, Mt. Tsurugi, Yoshino River, and the clear stream of Anabuki River, Tsukasagiku allows you to enjoy the umami of rice and deep taste unique to Junmai sake. It is a brand that harmonizes with the regional food culture and has been loved locally for a long time.

Sakurabizan is one of the brands brewed by Tsukasagiku Shuzo. It features an elegant name combining Bizan, the symbol of Tokushima, and cherry blossoms. It reflects the traditional techniques of Awa Toji and the attitude of Junmai sake brewing using only carefully selected local rice. As a Junmai sake made only with rice and koji, it provides an authentic taste without using additives. It is a brand where sake brewing rooted in the region is carried out, suitable for a name symbolizing the nature and culture of Tokushima.