Kokken Shuzo

Kokken Shuzo, founded in 1877, is a prestigious brewery in Minami-Aizu Town, nestled in the harsh nature of Oku-Aizu, boasting unwavering quality.
Its name is said to have been given by a traveling monk to honor "national rights (Kokken) as an independent nation," projecting that noble spirit into their brewing. Their greatest pride is the phenomenal record of 12 consecutive Gold Medals at the National New Sake Awards. The essence of the phrase "No failures in Kokken sake"—trusted immensely by fans nationwide—lies in the meticulous technique of Nanbu Toji Yoshihiro Sato, who brews by working backward from the ideal flavor.
Specializing in premium sake with an average rice polishing ratio of 55%, their sake is brewed with Oku-Aizu's pure water and strictly selected rice, featuring a dry yet dignified and solid umami. As a standard-bearer leading Minami-Aizu's sake culture, they continue to pursue the ultimate drop without a single compromise.