Tamagawa Shuzo

Tamagawa Shuzo, said to be founded in 1673 (Kanbun 13), is a long-established brewery boasting over 350 years of history in Uonuma City, Niigata. While respecting brewing traditions from the Edo period, it is known for an innovative stance of constantly challenging new possibilities for sake.
Its most distinctive feature is 'Snow Storage,' utilizing wisdom unique to heavy snowfall areas. In the 'Yukikura' (snow cellar), a natural refrigerator piled with 1,000 tons of snow, a stable environment of approximately 2°C with 90% humidity is maintained year-round, sublimating the sake into a mellow and profound flavor.
On the other hand, its unique product development that defies conventional wisdom, such as 'Echigo Samurai' with 46% alcohol that exceeds the limits of sake, is a major attraction. It practices one-of-a-kind brewing that fuses pure water nurtured by Uonuma's severe nature with the brewers' passion.