Brands

"Kitajima" is a brand of determination and challenge that the historic brewery Kitajima Shuzo releases to the world bearing its own name. Using production methods that spare no effort, such as traditional Kimoto brewing, they have maximized the umami and acidity of rice. A powerful yet delicate and deep taste created by the soft water of the Suzuka Mountains and Omi rice. It is an innovative bottle that opens up the next generation of sake brewing while carrying 200 years of history.

"Miyosakae" is a traditional brand of Kitajima Shuzo, bearing a prestigious name derived from a poem in the Manyoshu. For over 200 years, it has been loved by travelers coming and going on the old Tokaido road and local people. A plump and gentle mouthfeel and a taste you never get tired of, created by the soft water of the Suzuka Mountains. It is a warm local sake that nestles close to the daily dining table, filled with the wish for peace and prosperity.

"Beiun" is a brand once brewed by Shigeta Shuzo, bearing a name wishing for good luck and bountiful harvest in rice growing. It contained gratitude for the high-quality rice nurtured in the rich earth of Koka and pride in sake brewing using that rice. Although it is a phantom brand that cannot be drunk now, the memory of being familiar to local people still remains. It was a local sake with an auspicious name where the blessing of rice and fate were connected.

"Masashige" is a brand that was once brewed by Nakamura Shuzo, bearing a sincere name meaning to value correctness. It was a bottle that contained a sincere attitude towards sake brewing and sincerity towards the drinker. Although it has now become a phantom taste, its name remains as something that conveys the serious temperament of sake brewing in Koka. It is a memory of local sake trusted and loved by local people.

"Ryuryokukako" is a brand expressing beauty as it is, found in the Zen phrase "Willow is green, flower is red." Symbolizing sake brewing that obediently brings out the original individuality of materials, following the logic of nature. Using rice and water born from the climate of Koka, they pursue an unadorned pure taste. It is a profound bottle that makes you feel harmony with nature by tasting it calmly.

"Sakuragi" is a brand imaging gorgeousness and vitality like cherry blossoms announcing the arrival of spring. Expressing the strength of cherry blossoms blooming proudly after overcoming the severe winter and their ephemeral beauty. The fresh and lively taste is suitable for occasions celebrating new beginnings and departures. It is a bright and hopeful bottle that brings to mind the spring scene of Koka.

"Ninja" is the signature brand of Seko Shuzo, filled with pride as the birthplace of Koka Ninja. Expressing a taste that is ever-changing like a ninja and a unique charm loved all over the world. Using local sake rice, it shows diverse expressions from sharp dry to mellow umami. It is a bottle that combines historical romance and playfulness, entertaining sake fans both domestically and internationally.

"Daikoka" is a confident work of Seko Shuzo, proudly bearing the name of the local area, Koka. It contains respect for the rich nature and history of Koka, and the spirit aiming to be the number one sake in the region. Developing satisfying sake quality such as "Hojun Chokarakuchi" (Mellow Extra Dry) characterized by mellow umami and a sharp aftertaste. It is a sturdy local sake that nestles close to the food culture of local Koka and continues to be loved.

"Tsukiakari" is a brand imaging the moonlight gently illuminating the night sky of Koka. A calm and soft taste like moonlight pouring down on a quiet satoyama (village forest). Amed for a healing cup that calms your mind with relief at the end of the day. The delicate and gentle mouthfeel nestles close to a quiet moment at night.

"Ryuka" is a brand that combines the elegance of a willow and the loveliness of a flower, pairing with "Ryuryokukako." A supple mouthfeel like a willow fluttering in the wind and a gorgeous scent like a flower. It is a sophisticated modern style sake incorporating newness into tradition. Expressing the beauty of the four seasons of Koka, it is a cup enjoyable for both eyes and tongue.

"Seiro" is a brand that can be said to be the origin of Mochizuki Shuzo, loved for over 200 years since its founding. Pursuing a clear taste like a sunny sky and a freshness that brightens the drinker's heart. As a daily sake indispensable for dining tables in local Koka, it continues to be loved across generations. Sincerity towards sake brewing breathes within the unadorned simple taste.

"Suzukabuto" is a representative brand with an auspicious name combining "Suzu" (Bell) from the Suzuka Mountains and "Ko" (Armor/Helmet) from Koka. Daring to use edible rice "Nipponbare," adopting a unique production method that maximizes the original umami of rice. Characterized by a mellow and plump taste where the sensibilities of the 11th generation Kuramoto Toji and traditional techniques fuse. It is a handmade masterpiece full of individuality expressing the terroir of Koka.

"Haru no Mine" is a brand named because extreme cold brewed fresh sake is born around the time spring arrival is felt in the mountains of Suzuka. The 5th generation Kuramoto Toji, Shigeya Tanaka, brews entirely by hand using only local rice from Koka and spring water from the premises. Characterized by a gentle and deep taste where the blessings of nature and the warmth of handwork harmonize. It is a safe bottle where you can see the face of the creator, created by careful brewing unique to a small brewery.

"Aratama" is a brand full of vitality derived from "Aratama" (Wild Soul), the rough and powerful aspect of Kami in Shinto. Characterized by a sharp and powerful taste nurtured by the underground water of Mt. Ibuki and the severe cold of the snow country. Also containing the meaning of celebrating the arrival of a new year as "Aratama" (New Jewel), it is loved as an auspicious sake. It is a clear and core-strong bottle reflecting the climate of Maibara.

"Ususakura" is a brand named by the first generation owner who was touched by the beauty of cherry blossoms blooming in the shrine precincts and wanted to express that pale beauty. Pursuing a delicate and graceful taste like cherry blossom petals, it has been loved by local people for a long time. Through careful small-batch production, realizing a warm sake quality that conveys the creator's heart to the drinker. It is a representative work of Masumoto Shuzojo, making you feel the gentleness like the arrival of spring and the weight of tradition.

"Omi Tobe" is a brand combining tradition and innovation, bearing the name of the founder and the place name. Launched by the 5th generation brewery owner as a new challenge, focusing on fresh Namazake (unpasteurized sake). With respect for the first generation and pride in Omi in their hearts, conveying the charm of new sake tailored to modern tastes. It is a confident work where you can enjoy reliable quality backed by traditional skills and a lively taste.

"Shojokiku" is an auspicious brand combining "Shojo," a legendary sacred beast who loves sake, and "Kiku" (Chrysanthemum), which symbolizes nobility. Characterized by a taste that makes you feel tradition and prestige, reminiscent of the gorgeous world view of Noh theater. Nurtured by the climate of the historical land of Hikone Takamiya, it has been loved by local people. It is a locally rooted bottle filled with the joy of sharing sake and wishes for longevity and prosperity.

"Taga" is a brand with over 300 years of history, bearing the name of Taga, which flourishes as a temple town for Taga Taisha Shrine. A local sake inheriting tradition and pride, once counted as an official sake for the lords of the Hikone Domain. The strength with a firm core and a delicate aftertaste created by brewing water rich in calcium maintain an exquisite balance. It is an auspicious cup brewed at the foot of "O-Taga-san," the god of longevity.

"HEART LAND" is a brand named after the desire to love the historic streets of Omihachiman as the "heart's home." Projecting the form of a new sake combining traditional skills and modern sensibilities with English naming. A confident work brewed by Nishikatsu Shuzo, which has over 300 years of history, as a bridge to the next generation. It is an approachable bottle where you can feel the warmth of thinking about home within the clear taste.

"Kotobuki" (湖東富貴) is a brand containing the regionality of the eastern side of Lake Biwa (Koto) and the meaning of "Kotobuki" (寿) wishing for longevity and prosperity. It has a name symbolizing wealth and tradition, suitable for the birthplace of Omi merchants known for their business success. A local sake that Nishikatsu Shuzo, spinning over 300 years of history, has continued to brew carefully along with the culture of Omihachiman. It is a prestigious bottle loved by the region, where deep taste and good luck are in harmony.