Brands

"Shinanotsuru" is the representative brand of Choseisha, sticking to 100% Junmai sake. A mellower and sharp taste where you can firmly feel the gorgeous aroma and the umami of rice. It can be enjoyed in a wide range of temperatures from cold sake to warm sake, and is the "royal road of evening drinks" that enhances daily meals.

"Mimayose" is a locally rooted brand derived from the name of the place where the brewery is located. Reflecting a stance of not compromising on quality while keeping the price low so that it can be enjoyed easily at the daily dining table. Its versatile taste, delicious both cold and warm, is appealing.

"Okuni" is the main brand bearing the name of Okuni Shuzo. It features a plump rice umami and a gentle and elegant aroma. Brewed while protecting traditional methods, it is a somewhat nostalgic and relaxing taste.

"Kishinomatsu" is local sake brewed with underground water from the Central Alps using Miyama Nishiki and Todoroki rice. Slightly sweet and rich, with a lingering taste is appealing. Especially when served warm, the comforting deliciousness loved in old-fashioned Izakaya stands out.

"Kiso no Kakehashi" is a brand named after the famous place in Kiso, "Kakehashi" (suspension bridge). A taste where mellow umami spreads within a refreshing dryness. It is sake that makes you feel history and romance, having quenched the thirst of travelers and been loved by locals since ancient times.

"Kisoji" is the representative brand of Yukawa Shuzoten that has been loved by locals for many years. It features a thick taste that utilizes the original sweetness and umami of rice. It is a "local taste" that provides a sense of security to the drinker, accompanying seasonal meals.

"Jurokudai Kurouemon" (Sixteenth Generation Kurouemon) is a premium small-batch brand that expresses the brewer's sensibility. Using various methods such as Kimoto and Yamahai, they pursue a taste with impact and depth where the umami and acidity of rice harmonize. It is sake symbolizing the innovation of Yukawa Shuzoten, receiving high praise in domestic and international competitions.

"narai" is sake brewed using super soft water gushing from a mountain at an altitude of 940m and carefully selected sake rice from Azumino. It features a mellow fruit-like aroma that spreads with a slight fizz, and a beautiful mouthfeel with transparency. It is a new sensation local sake where you can enjoy the change in taste for each season due to four-season brewing.

"Misuzu" is a brand reflecting the nature of Shinshu, derived from the pillow word of Shinano "Misuzukaru". It features a transparent and refreshing aroma, soft sweetness, and a sharp aftertaste. It is a perfect bottle as sake to accompany dry meals that enhances daily meals without getting tired of drinking.

"Hirotaizumi" is sake that was known as the representative brand of Akashina Shuzo. It was named after Hirota Shrine located near the brewery. It was local sake that blended into the lives of locals and was loved.

"Gekko" is a brand characterized by a gentle fruity aroma and a clean taste where sweetness and acidity harmonize. Delicious even at room temperature or slightly warmed, it is a sake to accompany meals that is easy to match with various dishes. Like the moon floating in the night sky, it gently heals the drinker's heart.

"Sansei" is the representative brand bearing the name of the brewery. Using underground water from the Northern Alps, it is a taste that balances the umami of rice and sharpness. It is a versatile sake to accompany meals that can be enjoyed widely from cold sake to warm sake and accompanies any dish.

"Gokaicho" is a brand suitable for celebratory occasions and special sunny days, such as the Gokaicho (unveiling) of Zenkoji Temple. It features a gorgeous aroma and a rich, swelling taste. It is an auspicious sake that you want to drink at gatherings with loved ones or when you want to call in good fortune.

"Otoko no Namida" (Men's Tears) is sake characterized by a sharp and intense dryness. As the name suggests, it is a taste with a core that makes you feel men's sorrow and romance. It is an irresistible bottle for dry sake lovers with a satisfying response.

"Kita Alps" is a brand full of coolness, imaging the magnificent mountain range of the Northern Alps. It features transparency like melting snow water from the mountains and a clean drinking mouth. It is local sake with a refreshing taste not tired of drinking, easy to match daily meals.