Founded in 1805, Kitajima Shuzo in Shiga Prefecture uses natural underground water from Lake Biwa and local "Oumi-mai" rice to create sake via the traditional "Kimoto" method. Their unique fruit liqueurs, like Shio Yuzu, blend sake with natural sea salt for added umami.
Nami No Oto Sake Brewery
Shiga Prefecture
Kankoubai Sake Brewery
Mie Prefecture
Yagi Sake Brewery
Nara Prefecture
Shimuzu-Cho, near Nara Park, is renowned for its clear water and historical sake brewing. Yagi Shuzo, founded in the late 1800s, uses natural underground water from Kasugayama Forest and continues to perfect the ancient Bodaimoto method, winning international awards.
Kawachi Wine
Osaka Prefecture
Kawachi Wine is from Osaka prefecture which is located an hour drive away from Osaka. Kawachi Wine cultivates fresh grapes and brews its own wine. The style and passion for wine, umeshu, and brandy is taken over by the 4th generation representative.
