Brands

"Wakakoma" is the flagship brand bearing the brewery's name. Brewed with the pure underground water of the Shogawa River, it is characterized by a crisp finish that maximizes the umami of the rice. In the historic town of Inami, it has long been a staple for celebrations and community gatherings. It is a sake that embodies the local terroir, balancing strength with delicacy.

"Banzai Hokuichi" is the signature brand of Kuroda Shuzo, named by the 19th-generation head with the dream of it becoming the 'Number One in Hokuriku.' Crafted carefully in small quantities using selected Oyabe rice and pure water, it is often called a 'phantom sake' due to its limited availability. It features a gentle rice umami and a calm aroma, making it a precious companion to the local culinary culture.

"Nihonbare" is the flagship brand of Nihonbare Shuzo, long cherished in Takaoka City. Brewed by a brewery with roots reaching back to the Edo period and a connection to the renowned scientist Dr. Jokichi Takamine, it was a source of local pride. While no longer in production, it remains a legendary name that symbolizes Takaoka's rich sake culture and the legacy of traditional brewing.

"Kachikoma" is a legendary brand representing Toyama, named in celebration of Japan's victory in the Russo-Japanese War. Based on the spirit of 'Fuyogi' (integrity), it is crafted with an uncompromising commitment to handmade methods and small-batch production. Known among enthusiasts as a 'phantom sake' due to its extreme rarity, it offers a harmonious blend of subtle aroma, deep rice umami, and an exceptionally clean finish—a true masterpiece of traditional Japanese sake.

"Akebono" is the flagship brand of Takazawa Shuzo, the only brewery in Himi City. Named after the first light of dawn rising over the Sea of Japan, it is produced using the traditional 'Fune-shibori' press technique. This gentle extraction method results in a dry sake with a mellow body and deep rice umami. It is celebrated as the ultimate food-pairing sake, perfectly designed to refresh the palate when enjoying Himi's rich winter yellowtail and other local seafood.

"Kori no Mai" is the flagship brand of the now-closed Fujinami Shuzo in Himi City. Brewed to embody the clear air and rich nature of Himi, it was loved for its clean, refreshing taste that complemented the local table. While no longer in production, it remains a legendary name representing Himi's sake culture, fondly remembered by enthusiasts.

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"Chiyozuru" is the flagship brand of Chiyozuru Shuzo, crafted using the abundant water resources and cold climate of Namerikawa. Named after an auspicious event where a crane landed in the brewery's rice field, it is brewed in small batches using pristine Tateyama water and the legendary medicinal water 'Anano Tan no Reisui.' The sake is characterized by a gentle, soft mouthfeel balanced by a solid acidity. Its restricted availability—sold only in person at a few selected shops nationwide—makes it a highly prized name among true sake connoisseurs.

"Hokuyo" (North Pacific) is the flagship brand of Uozu Shuzo, symbolizing the maritime history of Uozu Port, once a thriving base for deep-sea fishing. Brewed with pristine Tateyama water and selected rice like Toyama's 'Oyama Nishiki,' it is designed to perfectly complement the fresh seafood of the region. This sake is characterized by a crisp, dry finish balanced with the natural umami of rice. It embodies both the strength required to navigate rough seas and the gentleness of a calm breeze, earning strong support from local fishermen and enthusiasts alike.

"Maboroshi no Taki" (Phantom Waterfall) is the flagship brand of Mikunihare Shuzo, named after a legendary waterfall hidden in the mountainous reaches of the Kurobe River. Brewed using natural spring water from an on-site 'Top 100 Springs' source, the sake fully captures the water's crystalline purity. Crafted by Yukari Iwase, Toyama's first female Toji, it is characterized by a smooth, translucent texture and a refreshing, crisp finish. As a brand that embodies the grand nature and water heritage of Kurobe, it continues to captivate enthusiasts both in Japan and abroad.

"Tsurugidake" is a signature brand of Ginban Shuzo, named after the steep and majestic peak of the Northern Alps. Brewed using the pure spring water of the Kurobe River (one of Japan's Top 100 Waters), it is characterized by a translucent quality polished by granite layers. Combining selected rice with modern technology and expert skill, the sake offers a sharp, light (tanrei) mouthfeel balanced by a gentle umami unique to spring-water brewing. It is widely cherished as a quintessential Toyama sake that captures the powerful essence of the legendary water nurtured by Kurobe's rugged nature.