MEET-UP Company List
Date: Wednesday, October 19th
Time: 2pm-4pm (PST)
● Have some export experiences
● Have a distributor in U.S.
Taiwagura Sake Brwery Co., Ltd. ●
大和蔵酒蔵株式会社（宮城県）
Kinginka Syuzo Co.,Ltd.
金銀花酒造株式会社（愛知県）
YOROZUYA JOZOTEN CO., LTD.
株式会社萬屋醸造店(山梨県)
YAGI-SHUZOBU Co.,Ltd. ●
株式会社八木酒造部（愛媛県）
KIKU-MASAMUNE SAKE BREWING CO., LTD.● ●
菊正宗酒造株式会社（兵庫県）
Lumiere CO., LTD. ●
株式会社ルミエール（山梨県）
Hirata Sake Brewery Co.,LTD.
株式会社平田酒造場（岐阜県）
SHINSHUUEIJYOU COMPANY ● ●
信州銘醸株式会社（長野県）
Yokota Sake Brewery
横田酒造株式会（埼玉県）
Ozeki CORP.● ●
大関株式会社（兵庫県）
Katariji Inc
株式会社語り路（東京都）
Sakuramasamune Co.,LTD.●
櫻正宗株式会社（兵庫県）
Chiyomusubi Sake Brewery Co., Ltd. ● ●
千代むすび酒造株式会社（鳥取県）
MK Trading ● ●
TOA Shuzo Co., Ltd. ●
株式会社 東亜酒造（埼玉県）
Kinmon Akita shuzou ● ●
金紋秋田酒造株式会社（秋田県）
Hashimoto Sake Brewing Co., Ltd. ●
橋本酒造株式会社(石川県)
Karuizawa Brewery Ltd. ● ●
軽井沢ブルワリー株式会社(長野県)
TANAKA SYUZOUTEN CO., LTD. ●
株式会社田中酒造店(宮城県)
Sekaiitto Co., Ltd. ● ●
株式会社 世界一統(和歌山県)
Minakuchi Shuzo Co., Ltd.
水口酒造株式会社(愛媛県)
GODO SHUSEI ● ●
合同酒精株式会社(東京都)
Y.MARKET ●
株式会社ワイマーケット(愛知県)
SAKEBOYS.LLC ● ●
合同会社SAKEBOYS(福岡県)
WATANABE SYUZOJO
渡辺酒造醸(岐阜県)
ISHIKAWA SHUZO CO.,LTD. ● ●
石川酒造株式会社 (三重県)
Sogen Sake Brewery CO.,Ltd ● ●
宗玄酒造株式会社 (石川県)
Inami Sake Brewery Co.,Ltd
稲見酒造株式会社 (兵庫県)
Enzan Factory Co.,Ltd. / MGVs winery ● ●
株式会社塩山製作所 MGVｓワイナリー (山梨県)
Ito shuzou ●
伊藤酒造株式会社 (三重県)
KANEI BREWERY KK
株式会社金井酒造店 (神奈川県)
FURUSAWA SHUZO CO.,LTD.
古澤酒造株式会社 (山形県)
ALLFIELDS、INC.
株式会社オールフィールズ (茨城県)
Tanaka Co.,Ltd.
田中通商株式会社 (東京都)
Miyagi
Our brewery has introduced modern facilities that are ranked among the best in the northeast region of Japan. these facilities have achieved significant labor savings by automatizing most parts of the sake-making process, realizing high-quality sake-making with less than half of the conventional number of staff. And we have been producing more than 30 kind of Japanese sake, including junmai-shu (pure-rice sake) and ginjo-shu (sake made from highly polished rice).
＊ Export record to the United States No
＊ US Local distributor Yes
＊ FDA approval
Yuki-no-Matsushima Hideizumi Junmai Dai Ginjo <Sake> 720ml. Standard price in Japan ¥2,400
Used rice that polished to 50%, and that is called 'Miyama Nishiki' in Nagano Prefecture, delicate aromas with faint umami (taste of rice). Delightful acidity, longer finish with gentle taste like snowmelt. Not too sweet, and not too dry. It could be a best choice for those who are not good at drinking Sake.
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 16%
＊ Certification : ---------
Yuki-no-Matsushima Kuranohana Junmaiginjyo <Sake> 720ml. Standard price in Japan ¥1,700
Fruity type Sake from Miyagi Prefecture, with shuzo kotekimai (literally, rice suitable for brewing sake) called "Kura-no-Hana", rice
grains polished to 50%. It features mild Ginjo incense with soft sweetness and Acidity. Its sweetness does not stay, but has a clean
finish. Beautifully well-balanced sake of the taste of rice (umami) and acidity. Various dishes would welcome this.
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 15.5%
＊ Certification : ---------
Yuki-no-Matsushima Jyoukon Junmai-shu Super Dry <Sake> 720ml.Standard price in Japan ¥1,300
Super dry Sake of SMV+20 (Sake Meter Value), not only dryness and also mellowness of rice and umami (taste of rice).
It does not bring you rough taste, just beautifully spreads throughout your mouth with gorgeous clean finish.It refreshes your mouth of fatty meat or fish dishes.Recommended as during meal’s sake.
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 16%
＊ Certification : ---------
Aichi
the old kura from edo era. Our daiginjo is so fruity and dry taste,our brewery woman make sake,and we aproch to woman.
＊ Export record to the United States No
＊ US Local distributor No
＊ FDA approval Not Yet
DAIGINJO Kinginka <Sake> 720ml Standard price in Japan ¥2,000
Dry, Light taste and feel fresh fruity smell
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 15.5%
＊ Certification -----
Daiginjyo YOROKOBI <Sake> 720ml Standard price in Japan ￥5,000
Fresh and dry taste At the depatment store, the guest love and buy this sake.
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 15.5%
＊ Certification -----
Jousen kinginka <Sake> 720ml Standard price in Japan ￥880
Mother food is good for this sake. The taste is like rice taste.
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 15.5%
＊ Certification -----
Yamanashi
YOROZUYA JOZOTEN, a sake brewery founded in 1790 in the town of Fujikawa, Minamikoma district of Yamanashi Prefecture, a land rich in nature overlooking the magnificent Mt. Fuji. Founded on the idea that "When it comes to local Sake, we want to keep to our local Sake rice, water source, and people", we have local Sake rice farm contractors as well as our own in-house rice milling, and so roughly 90% of the Sake rice used is taken from local suppliers in Fujikawa Town. Our Sake brewing process begins from rice harvesting, which we polish local Sake rice in-house and brew using the finest underground water source at the southernmost peak of the Southern Alps. The name of our top representative label brand "Shunnouten" was taken from the elegant meaning of "Spring Warbler Song", which is named after the praising song by the famous Waka poet Akiko Yosano who visited us and sang of great affirmation of the flavor, aroma, and presentation of this Sake brand. The quality of the Sake is refreshing with a good sharpness, and drinks dry, so we are particularly persistent on making pure rice Sake that retains the flavor of the rice. It's not a spotlight liquor label, but it's a liquor that puts the drinker in the spotlight. In 2019, the label was the gold prize winner at the Warmed Sake contest, the runner up silver prize of the best design category at the 1st Milan SAKE Challenge, and silver prize in the pure rice Sake category as well.
＊ Export record to the United States No
＊ US Local distributor No
＊ FDA approval
Shunnouten no Kamosarurukura Daiginjo <Sake> 720ml Standard price in Japan ￥3,584
Uses 100% Yamada Nishiki rice.
This is the flagship product which is made by carefully refining of the rice “Yamada Nishiki” polished up to 40%, and brewed with the skill and heart of the chief brewers.
It is a Sake that drinks smoothly with a deeply elegant and rich flavorful taste that is called upon for an enjoyable, relaxing time.
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 15%
＊ Certification : ------
Shunnouten Junmai Daiginjo Sake <Sake> 720ml Standard price in Japan ￥2,145
Uses 100% contract supplier Yamada Nishiki rice.
We brewed locally produced Yamada Nishiki rice, which is carefully refined at in-house mill to a 50% polish rate.
It is a beautiful Sake with a faint scent of Ginjo(fruity) and a sharp, refreshing taste of the savoriness of rice.Room temperature or cold is recommended.
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 15.5%
＊ Certification : ------
Shunnouten Junmaiginjo <Sake> 720ml Standard price in Japan ￥1,514
We used 100% of Tamasakae, a locally grown contract-grown rice. It is a sake with a moderate acidity and a light taste, but also has a strong umami.
It is a sake that goes well with not only Japanese food but also Western food, and matches various dishes.
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 15%
＊ Certification : ------
Ehime
YAGI SHUZOBU Co.,Ltd., which produced the "Yamatan-masamune" sake, was founded in Imabari-city, Ehime-prefecture in 1831. It is said that the name of the sake came from the family crest of "Tanbaya" and the name of the "Masamune" sword. "Yamatan-masamune" has won Gold (the first) prizes 20 times in total and for 3 years in a row in the Annual Japan Sake Awards (which is the most prestigious sake award in Japan). The quality receives a high evaluation.
＊ Export record to the United States Yes
＊ US Local distributor No
＊ FDA approval
Yamatan Masamune Katana Junmaidaiginjo <Sake> 720ml. Standard price in Japan ￥2,500
The brand name "Yamatan Masamune" comes from the fact that it has a sharp look like the famous sword "Masamune". “Yamatan Masamune Katana" is a package of Junmai Daiginjoshu made from Ehime rice "Shizukuhime" with a sword motif.
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 16%
＊ Certification -----
Yamatan Masamune Junmaidaiginjo Matsuyama-Mii <Sake> 720ml. Standard price in Japan ￥2,200
The exceptional attention to technique and quality ingredients, blends under the hand of the Master, to create the Junmai Daiginjo sake, “Matsuyama-Mii”. Enjoy drinking, and appreciate the fine quality of this outstanding sake.
The Fine Sake Awards Japan 2018, 2019, 2022 Gold Medal
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 16%
＊ Certification -----
Yamatan Masamune Shizukuhime Junmaiginjo 720ml. Standard price in Japan ￥1,550
Junmai Ginjo style sake made from the sake rice strain “Shizukuhime” that is developed and cultivated in Ehime and is characterized by its relatively larger grain, with low protein, that has been polished to 50%.
The Fine Sake Awards Japan 2020 Grand Gold Medal
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 16%
＊ Certification -----
Hyogo
The year was 1659, during the reign of Tokugawa Ietsuna, fourth shogun of the Tokugawa dynasty. Since then, this Kobe-based business has pursued the ideal "dry yet rich taste" by skillfully utilizing the abundant natural resourses of the Rokko Mountains and the fermentation power of microbes. In 1918, our company was appointed as purveyors to the Imperial Household Agency. Even today, 360 years after our founding, our company remains popular along with our slogan, "Tasty food puts me in the mood for a dry Kiku-Masamune." Although Kiku-Masamune preserves the ancient Kimoto method and traditional barrel-making craftsmanship, we also use the latest science to analyze vast amounts of fermentation data and to develop new yeasts. Our shiboritate Gin-Pack, which won two awards at the International Wine Challenge 2019- Great Value Champion sake in the Sake Awards category as well as the first-place Futsu-shu Trophy-has revolutionized daily sake as a sake with a low rice polishing ratio and an "effervescent" aroma superior to that of daiginjo. We achieved this by using our newly developed HA14 yeast. Kiku-Masamune will continue to pursue the ideal of authentic sake with our vision of value creation through tradition and innovation.
＊ Export record to the United States Yes
＊ US Local distributor Yes
＊ FDA approval
Shiboritate Junmai Koujo <Sake> 720ml. Standard price in Japan ￥873
The new yeast "Kikumasa HA14" which was originally developed through years of research produces fruity aroma like daiginjo. This junmai sake has a gorgeous aroma like fresh fruit, and the flavor of the rice is full and rich with a lingering aftertaste. Enjoy the freshness of freshly pressed and freshly stored sake by chilling it quickly.
Taste : semi-sweet, fresh
Aroma : apple, melon
＊ Keep refrigerated
＊ ABV 15%
＊ Certification : ISO 22000, FSSC 22000
JUNMAI TARU SAKE <Sake> 720ml. Products for overseas sales only
Our Taru Sake is an authentic, dry sake distinguished by the refreshing aroma of Yoshino cedar.
This fine, dry sake is allowed to store in barrels made of the finest Yoshino cedar. The sake is drawn from the barrel and bottled just as this aroma reaches its peak for optimal enjoyment. This sake complements a wide array of Japanese and Western cuisine, including spicy dishes and foods with rich, full-bodied flavors. Enjoy the aroma of Yoshino cedar and the crisp, clean finish taste.
Taste : Dry and smooth
Aroma : Cedar wood (derived from a barrel) , spicy, smokey
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 15%
＊ Certification : ISO 22000, FSSC 22000
Junmai Nigori Kinushiro <Sake> 500ml. Standard price in Japan ￥785
This nigori (roughly-filtered) sake has a smooth and silky throat with a fine richness that only junmai sake can provide. Its fruity aroma of coconut and apple and moderate sweetness go well with food, especially BBQ and grilled chicken. Please enjoy it chilled or on the rocks.
Taste : Sweet and rich
Aroma : Coconut, apple, banana
＊ Keep refrigerated
＊ ABV 10%
＊ Certification : ISO 22000, FSSC 22000
Yamanashi
Lumiere Winery is one of the oldest family-own wineries of Japan. Established by an ex-Samurai Mr. Tokugi Furiya (great-great-grandfather of current 5th CEO) in 1885 in Yamanashi pref. Yamanashi is well-known region for Mt. Fuji, wines & fruits, takes only 1.5 hours from Tokyo by car/train. Our own vineyards use "No-tillage grass viticulture" to keep soil health with biodiversity, so we don't use any chemical fertilizer nor chemical pesticides. We have valuable antique stone fermenter, built in 1901, called "Ishi-Gura". It is registered as Japan Heritage. [Ishigura Wine] Lumiere wines have won medals at international wine competitions for many times. [e.g. Platinum at Decanter World Wine Awards 2021] Our wines have been provided to the Imperial family since long time ago, also once to Mr. Clinton, the former U.S. President when he visitited Japan. Especially, our "Sparkling Orange" is very unique wine, it's made from Koshu grape, color is orange, the foam is creamy. As it's made by "Maceration Carbonic method" like Beaujore Nouveau and traditional "Champagne method". We keep on challenging to make wines the better and the better. So we take the best care of our vineyards first. Wishing to be a shining "light" (= Lumiere) of Japanese wine..
＊ Export record to the United States Yes
＊ US Local distributor No
＊ FDA approval Not Yet
Lumiere Sparkling Orange <Wine> 750ml. Standard price in Japan ￥2,420
Orange sparkling wine, made from Koshu 100%, cropped in Yamanashi pref. Processed by Maceration carbonic method in order to extract profound flavour and orange colour from grape skins and seeds, after that secondary fermented in bottles (Traditional Champagne method), then
aged for more than 1 year. Enjoy brilliant orange color of dry taste sparkling wine and mellow flavor of Koshu.
Pairs good with any seafoods, especially good with Sea urchin, Miso used dishes too. 750ml Alc. 11% Dry taste
[Won Bronze at Decanter World Wine Awards 2021]
＊ Keep refrigerated
＊ ABV 11%
＊ Certification -----
Prestige Class Mills <Wine> 750ml. Standard price in Japan ￥3,080
― What is "Milles" grape variety ?
In 1870’s, Dr. William. H. Mills developed this grape variety in Ontario by mating Muscat Hamburg & Clevering.
Once Milles grapes were widely cultivated as a brewing grape for red wine, mainly in Yamanashi pref.
At that time, its quality was highly evaluated, and it was treated as a raw material for Red wine, as a variety equal to Merlot.
However, the cultivated area gradually decreased due to the difficulty of cultivation and the grape color is quite light for making red wines.
So now, it’s va ery rare grape not only in Japan, very rare in the world.
― How is the taste of "Milles" white wine ?
The attractive point is the unique flavor, not like any other grapes. It's like Lychee, Rose, and Muscat flavor like fresh citrus fruit...
Pairs good with Asian Foods, Spicy Foods like Curry, or Cheese.
750ml Alc. 9% Sweet taste
[Won Gold at Japan Women's Wine Award (Sakura Award) 2022]
＊ Keep refrigerated
＊ ABV 8%
＊ Certification -----
Ishigura Wine <Wine> 750ml. Standard price in Japan ￥2,200
Inherits the history of Japanese wine making. Fermented by "Ishigura Tank”. Since more than 100 years, it is still active, one and only in the world now. As the first European style underground granite fermenter built in 1901 in Japan. Registered as a Cultural Property of Japan & Japanese Heritage. Lumiere Winery prepares red wines by this tank every September. "Ishigura Wine" made from Muscat Bailey A of Yamanashi pref. Easy-to-drink light body wine with a strawberry-like aroma. Pairs good with casual Japanese foods such as Teriyaki, Sukiyaki, Niku jaga, Yakitori etc.
Alc. 12％ 750ml
＊ Keep refrigerated
＊ ABV 12%
＊ Certification -----
Gifu
The roots of Hirata Sake Brewery are in the Edo period(1769). Its predecessor was a merchant who ran a bintsuke oil and candle shop in the center of Hida Takayama. Entering the Meiji era, the 5th generation founded a brewery. Since then, we have been studying and brewing sake with the motto "Sake is something that is brewed and raised", sometimes strict and sometimes gently and lovingly. An important thing for sake. we think it's the climate and people of the area. Sake is made by the hands of the brewer. And rice, water and fermentation come from the land year after year. They are grace from heaven. We think that sake is their harmony. The current roots of Hirata Sake Brewery are Ise and Hida. Each local rice such as "Isehikari" and "Hidahomare" and the underground water of the clear stream Miyagawa are used. The history of Ise, the land of God, the advantage of Hida, where the cold is severe, and the technology cultivated in tradition. That is Hirata Sake Brewery 's sake.
＊ Export record to the United States No
＊ US Local distributor No
＊ FDA approval Not Yet
Shoryunomai Junmai Ginjyo <Sake> 720ml. Standard price in Japan ￥2,200
Junmai Ginjo, a new addition to our Shoryunomai series. This sake is made by polishing up to 50% of the miraculous rice "Isehikari" born in Jingu Shinden of Ise Jingu and "Hidahomare" from Gifu. The fragrant sake is easy to drink. It has a little acidity to make it go well with cooking. Recommended served lightly chilled (not too cold) or at room temperature. If the sake has aged for six months, lukewarm kanzake is also suggested.
Sake rice: Rice (domestic), Rice Jiuqu (domestic rice)
Rice polishing rate: 50%
Sake meter value: +3.0
＊ Keep refrigerated
＊ ABV 16%
＊ Certification : --------
Takayama Junmai Daiginjyo <Sake> 720ml. Standard price in Japan ￥4,545
Yamada Nishiki, the finest sake rice from Hyogo prefecture, has been polished to 35% and brewed. A gorgeous ginjo aroma and an elegant sweetness can be felt in the mouth.
Perfect as an aperitif or as an after-dinner drink.
● Sake rice: Yamada Nishiki
● Rice polishing rate: 60%
● Sake meter value: -1
● Acidity level: 1.3
＊ Keep refrigerated
＊ ABV 16%
＊ Certification : --------
Suiou 10 years Aged Sake <Sake> 720ml. Standard price in Japan ￥4,000
IWC2014 (International Wine Challenge) SAKE category, aged sake section, gold medal, trophy-winning sake, long-term aged sake, 10-year aged sake.
Amber-colored, slightly sweet raw sake that has been aged for more than 10 years.
Compared to the long-term aged old sake liquor, it is a little rougher (youthful), but the color, aroma, and taste are convinced that it will come closer in the future.Please enjoy the soft, mellow, and deep taste.
The recommended way to drink is at room temperature. On the rocks is also recommended in the summer. It goes well with dishes such as fried foods and meats.You can also enjoy it as an apéritif or dessert liquor.
Sake rice: Rice (domestic), Rice Jiuqu (domestic rice), Brewed alcohol
Rice polishing rate: 70%
Sake meter value: -2.0
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 18%
＊ Certification : --------
Nagano
Founded in 1835, we are of medium size in Japan. We have won numerous gold medals at national and international competitions in Japan and abroad, and as of 2021 we export to 15 countries. We also accept OEM according to customer's request.
＊ Export record to the United States Yes
＊ US Local distributor Yes
＊ FDA approval
TAKIZAWA Junmai Ginjo <Sake> 720ml Standard price in Japan ¥1,573
The yeast used is a combination of two yeasts and self-cultivated. Use Japan's highest level ultra-soft water called "Kokuyou". ”TAKIZAWA Junmai Ginjo” has a fruity aroma like apples and bananas. At first a sophisticated flavor spreads in your mouth, but it tastes so refreshing and sharp on the way down. 2021, Gold Prize, Las Vegas Contest, USA; 2021, Gold Prize, Bordeaux Contest, France; 2019, Silver Prize, Los Angeles Contest, USA; 2018, Gold Prize, San Francisco Contest, USA
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 16%
＊ Certification : ------
TAKIZAWA Junmai <Sake> 720ml Standard price in Japan ¥1,191
The "unfiltered bottling process" that does not use charcoal gives this sake a unique and distinctive aroma, has a sharpness, and a clean, light aftertaste. Silver Award, Los Angeles, USA, 2017; Silver Award, San Francisco, USA, 2018; since then, we have not entered the contest due to large shipments and running out of product.
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 16%
＊ Certification : ------
OEM Sake <Sake>
We create original products according to your requirements. From 300ml to 1800ml , MOQ is 1 case. Please feel free to contact us.
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV
＊ Certification : ------
Saitama
We have more than 200 years history, since Edo period, have won gold medals at the Japan National Sake Competition 17 times in the past 20 years. This is the fourth highest number of awards among the approximately 1,500 sake breweries in Japan. Since the time of its first founder, the company has been branded "Nihonbashi(@Ginza Tokyo)," and its story is unique, dating back to the Edo period. Not only is the sake carefully crafted, but its high quality sake is not only easy to drink, but also conveys a strong impression on the customer by conveying its flavor. In addition to sake, we also offer a selection of liqueurs such as ume (plum) and yuzu (citron) sake, which are made without using any flavoring agents to preserve the aroma and taste of the ingredients.
＊ Export record to the United States No
＊ US Local distributor No
＊ FDA approval
Junmai Daiginjo Nihonbashi <Sake> 720ml Standard price in Japan ¥3,300
This is a new product that was just commercialized in May 2022. Two types of yeast are used to bring out both the ease of drinking and the high aroma. This results in a very well-balanced sake with a very high aroma, which is unique to daiginjo, and a strong rice flavor, which is unique to junmai sake. It has a very pleasant ginjo aroma reminiscent of melon or banana.
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 15%
＊ Certification -----
Nihonbashi Noujun Junmai Edo-no Utage <Sake> 720ml. Standard price in Japan ￥1,500
It is a reissue of an Edo period sake brewed with Japan's oldest sake yeast, which is now very rare. It has a slightly sweet, rich flavor and goes well with tuna and tempura. The package depicts a scene of Nihonbashi in the Edo period, and is a product to be enjoyed while recalling the lives of people in the Edo period.
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 15%
＊ Certification -----
Sakagura no Umeshu <Prum Wine> 620ml Standard price in Japan ￥2,400
This is a premium plum wine based on Junmai Daiginjo Sake produced by Yokota Sake Brewery. Compared to shochu-based plum wine, it has an extremely mild taste, and since no flavoring is used, you can taste the true flavor and aroma of the plums. The plums are 100% grown in Saitama, Yokota Sake Brewery's hometown, and the product is well-loved by the local community.
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 14%
＊ Certification -----
Hyogo
In 1711, Ozeki was established by the first Chobei Osakaya of the Osabe family in Imazu, Nishinomiya City, Hyogo Prefecture. Our head office is still located there. Since its founding, Ozeki has enjoyed longstanding and widespread patronage as a choice sake from Nada. In 2011, thanks to this support, Ozeki marks its 300th anniversary. Known as a sake region, Nada (formally called Imazu Village in Muko County, Settsu Province) is blessed with so-called Miyamizu, or groundwater originating in the Rokko mountain system. The region is also ideal for rice production, including Yamada-nishiki, the renowned sake rice. In the Edo period, it's said, kudari-zake (sake shipped from Kyoto and Osaka to Edo) from Nada and transported from Imazu port to Edo by taru-kaisen (cargo-vessels carrying sake barrels) was both fresher and tastier than sake transported by land and was prized as a premium sake. While many of the old documents of this time were lost in the large-scale air raids in the last days of the war, the unrelenting pursuit of the craftsmen's skills found exclusively at Ozeki and a passion for sake-making have been handed on to successive generations of craftspersons, bringing Ozeki to this day. Japanese sake embodies a food culture passed on from antiquity. We believe sake emerges from an ongoing dialogue between the sake maker and natural elements, like the koji mold. The fermentation techniques we've cultivated represent an exciting area of technology, one that promises numerous unexplored treasures beyond Japanese sake. Lifestyles and consumer demands have diversified in recent years, and the pace of change in lifestyles and consumer demands have accelerated. Despite these changes, drawing on both new perspectives and the wisdom and skills of our predecessors, we at Ozeki remain committed to proposing new products to customers that will help them lead healthy, joyful lives. We are grateful for your continuing support for the Ozeki brand.
＊ Export record to the United States Yes
＊ US Local distributor Yes
＊ FDA approval
Ozakaya –Heirloom– Junmai Daiginjo <Sake> 720ml Standard price in Japan ¥10,000
<Since 1711>
Ozakaya –Heirloom– is a brand that was created to celebrate the 310th anniversary and to honor the founding spirit of the brewery.
<Key Facts>
Handcrafted by using the craftsman techniques handed down from generation to generation by the Tanba Toji – brewery master. Made with 100% Yamada Nishiki from Hyogo, the highest grade of sake rice.
<Tasting Notes>
A fusion of elegant Ginjo aroma and flavor of savory Junmai sake. Aroma of ripe fruits like pear and melon. Velvety smooth attack followed by rich umami on the palate with well balanced round aftertaste.
<Spec,>
Junmai Daiginjo, Yamada-Nishiki 100%, Polishing Rate 50%, Alc% 15-15.9%, Sake Meter Value -3.0, Acidity 1.4
Kosher, Vegan, Non-GMO, Gluten Free, Sulfite Free
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 15%
＊ Certification -----
Junmai Daiginjo Jundan Jikomi <Sake> 700ml Standard price in Japan ￥10,000
Recognized as a premier sake, in terms of both fragrance and flavor, based on Parker Points, a wine assesment scale with worldwide authority.
Sweet and full-bodied. Perfect with French, Italian and Asian cuisine.
A mineral flavor reminiscent of windswept rocks. A creamy sensation onthe tongue. Hints of cirtus, peach, and dairy, with a ingering aftertaste.
Judan, the pinnacle of sake.Junmai daiginjo-shu that breaks through conventional thinking.
Ultra high-grade sake that transcends received wisdom; an aroma and flavor surpasses even botrytized wines; one we can proudly proclaim to the world, whose name "Judan"(ten-stage) indicates the ultimate grade.
The unrivaled Jundan Jikomi
Whereas ordinary sake is brewed using sandan jikomi(three-stage preparation), Judan Jikomi employs ten-stage preparation that takes over twise as long. This sake is produced using special brewing techniques that slowly draw out the best flavor at low tempreture.
A new realm of rice sweetness, with a Sake Meter Value of -30.
Uses only Yamada Nishiki grown in Hyogo Prefecture, the best quality rice in Japan. Usually, sweetness decreases the longer sake's brewed, but Judan Jikomi's increases as the days pass.
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 16%
＊ Certification -----
Tokyo
Katariji Inc, founded in Feb, 2022, is a makerting firm with the purpose to grow Japanese craftsmanship brands to be global brand, running two types of business i.e. 1. Subscription service of CRM tool "Momento" to any brand owners and 2. Wholesale of exisiting Japanese spirits & private brands. Thanks to the diversity of food culture and JP government support, the demand & sales of Japanese spirits overseas has increased year by year. However, this is also the fact that small and medium sized Sake brewery (SMEs) struglle to expand their business even the product quality is high standard given the lack of human & financial resources to drive the brand awareness overseas. To update the environment of SMEs and distribute more selections of quality sake, we provide unique wholesales service, enabling consumers to maximize the product experience i.e. wholesale of "Exising brand" & "Private brand" with CRM tool "Momento". Momento is an webpage development service specizlied for enhancing product experience. The webpage contents include information about produt, sake brewery history and pairing foods recommendation in local languages and the online consumer's community to share their pics about their Sake experience. The webpage URLs are linked to QR code and all of our items have the QR in front of the product so that consumers just scan it with smartphone easily. The tool helps not only consumers to enjoy the product more but also sales person at distributor to sell the items without knowledge of product features.
＊ Export record to the United States No
＊ US Local distributor No
＊ FDA approval Not Yet
Dream Jyunmai-Ginjyou <Sake> 720ml. Standard price in Japan ￥1,760
Made with locally produced water & rice “Gohyaku-mangoku”, YUME has a perfect harmony of elegant and dryness.
Awarded Kura Master 2021 Gold. Perfect match with grilled Fish, fresh fish, salad, snacks or light taste appetizer and Non-spicy foods. Either "Existing brand" and "Private brand' are available
＊ Production area：Niigata
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 15%
＊ Certification -----
Dream Yamahai-Jyunmai <Sake> 720ml. Standard price in Japan ￥3,080
"Yamahai" brewed style on Yume series. Yamahai style is a traditional way to make SAKE, using "Natural lactic acid bacteria (vs. made by special machine)" to make the yeast. It accelerates clear difference of the taste being more complex taste with deeper flavor. Perfect match with
steak, spicy, fermented foods, cheese and Milky foods. Awared CINVE 2021 Gold and International wine challenge 2018. Either "Existing brand" and "Private brand" are available.
＊ Production area：Niigata
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 15%
＊ Certification -----
Yuzu liquor <Liquor> 500ml. Standard price in Japan ￥1,430
The refreshing scent of yuzu drifting from the glass with the mix of gentle sweetness and acidity. The alcohol content is 8%, making it easy to drink.Perfect match with appetizer, sweets and snacks.
＊ Production area：Niigata
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 8%
＊ Certification -----
Hyogo
Sakuramasamune is a brewery located in Kobe, Hyogo prefecture, started brewing in 1625. As discovered of "Miyamizu" water, originator of "Masamune" name, pioneer of "highly polished rice", and home of "Sake Kyokai Yeast No.1", Sakuramasamune keeps brewing with heart and soul into each bottle.
＊ Export record to the United States Yes
＊ US Local distributor No
＊ FDA approval Not Yet
SAKURAMASAMUNE Yakimare Kyokai Yeast No.1 <Sake> 720ml. Standard price in Japan ¥2,643
This Junmaishu is a Full-bodied, crisp sake brewed with Kyokai Yeast No. 1 in the same traditional way as it was 100 years ago.
In 1964, the government collected yeast from all over Japan for the purpose of safe brewing and quality improvement, and the Sakuramasamune yeast was selected as the best yeast and distributed throughout Japan.
However, this yeast was lost during the confusion of the war. In recent years, it has been confirmed that this yeast still exists, and it has returned to our brewery for the first time in 60 years.
■Tasting Comment by Kenichi Ohashi - Master of Wine
This sake, given the prestigious name ‘Yakimare’ in the Edo Period, is brewerd with the legendary No.1 yeast, the first one isolated and cultured nationally. The first impression is of overall savoury aromas. This is followed by dried herbal notes, cinnamon and caramel, a hint of sherry similar to amontillado, nougat, anis and more, revealing substantial complexity. There is a subtle saline tang, possibly from succinic acid, high acidity, and delicate bitterness leading to bone-dry palate. This medium bodied sake finishes with abundant, lingering nutty flavours.
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 15%
＊ Certification : --------
SAKURAMASAMUNE Miyamizunohana <Sake> 720ml. Standard price in Japan ¥1,373
This Tokubetsu(Special) Junmaishu is brewed from plenty of Yamada-Nishiki from Hyogo prefecture which is one of the best types of rice for brewing sake. "Miyamizu" is the ground water that the 6th head of Sakuramasamune, Yamamura Tazaemon, discovered. This Light-bodied and semi-dry taste, which extracts the hidden umami flavour of rice.
<Awards>【2022】・Junmai Cotegory/Silver award at International Wine Challenge
■Tasting Comment by Kenichi Ohashi - Master of Wine
Spicy character with notes of nutmeg alongside modest fruity aromas of banana and peach. There are also notes of jasmine tea and quality steamed rice. The palate is structured by relatively high savoury acidity, accented by hints of sweetness. Although the palate is overall round, it is also definitely dry, showing grip with a mineral quality that lends precision to the finish. A spicy sake with medium-plus body and lingering jasmine tea-like flavours.
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 15%
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SAKURAMASAMUNE Sakura RED Sweet 11 <Sake> 360ml. Standard price in Japan ¥667
This product is Non peated Japanese single malt whiskey produced at Asaka Distillery.
We carefully selected and used the bourbon barrel first fill which was aged for more than 3 years in a climate with severe temperature differences. It has a complex and profound taste with a fresh, young and a fruity aroma. You can also feel the lingering scent of citrus.
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 11%
＊ Certification : --------
Tottori
“CHIYOMUSUBI” means eternal ties with people. It also represents love between husband and wife, among parents and their children, brothers and sisters, and friendship among friends and neighbors. It is also a word for celebration. “Creation of happiness” is our management philosophy, which for customers and other people involved with Chiyomusubi. We consider deliciousness in the first place when we make sake. Rich taste, gentle aroma and smoothness are our bases of deliciousness. Surrounded by great environment of our regional area in Tottori prefecture, by making fermented drinks like sake and shochu with safe and genuine ingredients, we want to contribute to happiness of people all over the world.
＊ Export record to the United States Yes
＊ US Local distributor Yes
＊ FDA approval
Chiyomusubi whisky Craft <Whisky> 700ml Standard price in Japan ￥3,000
The blended whysky craft series has been in production since 2021.
It features 5 types of barrels.
《5 types of Blended whisky Craft series》
■Mizunara cask finish: Fragrant wood
■Red wine cask finish: Deep grapes
■Amarone cask finish: Botter chocolate
■Heavy char cask finish: Nuts, Vanilla
■Sherry cask finish: Dried fruit
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 43%
＊ Certification : FSSC 22000
Chiyomusubi Gin Impact<Gin> 700ml Standard price in Japan ￥2,800
This Gin uses Chiyomusubi rice spirits “Shochu” as the base spirits.
A well- balanced type with a citrus aroma using 13 types of botanicals. Locally produced ginger expresses spiciness, and Kuromoji ezpresses the healing aroma of the forest.
《13 types of botanicals》
■Base ：Juniper berry, Clove
■Citrus：Citrus Yuzu peel, Lemon, Citrus Hassaku peel, Bitter Orange, Orange
■Spice ：Coriander seed, Ginger
■Herbal：Angelica root
■Floral ：Kuromoji, Cinnamon, Blueberry
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 47%
＊ Certification : FSSC 22000
Chiyomusubi Vodka Engine<Gin> 700ml Standard price in Japan ￥2,000
Filtration with charcoal expresses an elegant aroma and a deep taste.
This vodka has the potential to be a cocktail bese as well as straight style.
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 40%
＊ Certification : ------
Osaka
We, MK Trading export basic Japanese foods to all over the world, like "Miso, Soy Sauce, Vinegar, Pickles, Japanese Sake, Shochu, Whisky" products which are made from rice, wheat, beans etc. as fermented foods by yeast.
＊ Export record to the United States Yes
＊ US Local distributor Yes
＊ FDA approval Not Yet
KUMANO JAPAN MADE MALT WHISKY (MIZUNARA cask finish) 700ml Price:TBD
This is blended Malt whisky with 3years aging and finished by MIZUNARA cask with additional 6 months aging. This whisky has a good aroma and pretty mild taste.
＊ Production area：Wakayama
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 43%
＊ Certification : --------
KUMANO JAPAN MADE WHISKY (HINOKI cask finish) 700ml. Price:TBD
It is 5 years aged blended malt whisky.
You can enjoy rich flavor from malt whisky, fruity flavor from Sherry finish whisky, and smoky flavor from Peated malt whisky with sweet & smooth mouthfeel.
＊ Production area：Wakayama
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 40%
＊ Certification : --------
SASAKAWA Single Malt whisky 700ml. Price:TBD
This product is Non peated Japanese single malt whiskey produced at Asaka Distillery.
We carefully selected and used the bourbon barrel first fill which was aged for more than 3 years in a climate with severe temperature differences. It has a complex and profound taste with a fresh, young and a fruity aroma. You can also feel the lingering scent of citrus.
＊ Production area：Fukushima
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 43%
＊ Certification : --------
Saitama
Toa Shuzo began brewing sake in Chichibu in 1625. In 1941, the company moved its headquarters to Hanyu City, a grain-growing region blessed with abundant water, and has continued its nearly 400-year history. Our main brand of sake, Haregiku, is a daiginjo, and we also produce special junmai sake using "Sainokuni yeast" from Saitama Prefecture. In 2020, we launched a new brand called "Mujinamo" which uses rice grown locally in Hanyu City. In 2004, we also began manufacturing and selling food products as a group company of HINODE HOLDINGS CO., LTD.. Together with our group companies, we obtained the food safety "FSSC22000" certification in 2018 and are committed to delivering safe products to our customers. In 2021, we revived the Hanyu Distillery after 20 years and resumed in-house distillation of whiskey.
＊ Export record to the United States Yes
＊ US Local distributor No
＊ FDA approval
Haregiku Daiginjo <Sake> 720ml Standard price in Japan ¥2,200
Daiginjoshu was carefully polished to 40% and carefully brewed with carefully selected ' Yamada Nishiki ' produced in Hyogo Prefecture. The freshly squeezed sake is carefully selected and stored at low temperature.When chilled, it has a refreshing taste, and when warmed, it has a delicious and sweet aroma. It goes well with sushi using fresh fish and white fish carpaccio.Haregiku Daiginjo has been recognized both domestically and internationally with the following awards.
-International Wine Challenge 2020 The Sake Competition Daiginjo Gold Medal
-The Fine SAKE Awards Japan 2020 Winner of the Gold Award in the Premium Daiginjo category
-National KAN SAKE AWARD2020 Winner of the Gold Award in the Premium Daiginjo category
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 15%
＊ Certification : FSSC 22000
Haregiku Tokubetsu Junmai Sake <Sake> 720ml. Standard price in Japan ￥1,100
Sake brewing rice is polished up to 60% and slowly fermented at low temperature for a long time using "Sainokuni yeast" produced locally in Saitama Prefecture to bring out its aroma and flavor.
It has a deep flavor unique to junmai sake and a good sharpness that complements any dish.
It is characterized by its deep flavor, which is unique to junmai sake, and its moderate sharpness, which makes it suitable for both Japanese and Western cuisine, including fish dishes such as aqua pazza and dishes using dairy products such as cheese.
-The 15th Feminaries (France) World Wine Contest 2021 Gold Award
-National KAN SAKE AWARD2020 Winner of the Gold Award in the good-value Nurukan category
-The Fine SAKE Awards Japan 2020 Winner of the Gold Award in the Main category
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 15%
＊ Certification : FSSC 22000
Golden Horse MUSASHI <Whiskey> 700ml Standard price in Japan ￥5,500
Golden Horse Musashi is a richly flavored blend of several Scottish malts with different storage ages.
Please enjoy the complex flavors of the malts, with their gorgeous and deep aromas and the characteristics of each malt peeking out from their respective faces. Enjoy the true flavor on the rocks or straight up.
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 43%
＊ Certification : FSSC 22000
Akita
Kinmon Akita Brewery is located in Daisen City in the inland region of Akita Prefecture. The brewery has been developing sake products with a constant awareness of "collaboration with food," and succeeded in developing a blended old sake with a mellow quality, which was named "Aged Old Sake Yamabuki. In the process of launching the Aged Old Sake Vintage Series, we entered Aged Old Sake 1995 for the first time in 2009 at the International Wine Challenge (IWC), the world's most prestigious international sake competition held in the United Kingdom, the leading country for aged sake, and Aged Old Sake Yamabuki 1995 was selected as the winner. It was awarded the "Champion Sake", the highest prize given to only one sake out of the 600 brands entered in the competition. Since then, it has won Gold, Silver, and Bronze awards every year. In addition to aged sake, Junmai-shu made with triple koji, which uses three times the usual amount of koji, and Junmai-genshu made with white koji have also continued to win numerous titles. Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)
＊ Export record to the United States Yes
＊ US Local distributor Yes
＊ FDA approval Not Yet
ｙａｍａbｕki Oak Barrel <Sake> 720ml Standard price in Japan ¥9,000
This is an oak barrel-aged version Yamabuki Gold,a vintage sake that has won six gold medals at the IWC ,the world`s premier competition. It has a vanilla and smoky aroma . In the mouth, it has a sweetness like honey and a mellowness like cognac,white the strength derived from the oakcask is well expressed. It is a perfect match for chilled foie gras,stewed beef ,or croquettes, for home cooking.It goes well with all kinds of cheeses, from washed to hard cheeses.
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 20%
＊ Certification : ------
X3 <Sake> 720ml Standard price in Japan ¥1,410
Junmai-shu made with three times the usual amount of koji rice. It has a rich umami flavor and an aroma reminiscent of oak and sherry. The aroma reminds one of laurel and juniperry. Soft sweetness like marshmallow spreads out and fresh acidity envelops from the back. A rich, medium-bodied wine with a crisp finish.
How to drink : Chilled or warmed
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 15%
＊ Certification : ------
X3 Roze <Sake> 720ml Standard price in Japan ¥1,900
Junmai-shu made with triple the amount of koji and red rice. The rosé color and red rice add depth of flavor. The aroma reminds one of dark cherries and dried fruits. The palate is well-balanced with elegant sweetness and acidity like dried cherries and dried figs. It also has a good sharpness. The lingering finish is slightly sweet and pleasant.
How to drink : Chilled, on the rocks with carbonated water, or warmed.
＊ At room temperature
＊ ABV 15%
＊ Certification : ------