Azumacho Shuzo

Operating Kyushu
Years Active 1688 – present
Region Kyushu
Country Japan
Japanese Name 東長酒造
Prefecture Saga
Status Operating
Owner Family
Water Source Ariake Sea coastal underground water
Rice Varieties Yamadanishiki; Saga no Hana; Omachi
Toji School In-house
Production Size Small
Key Brands Azumacho
Famous Brands Junmai; Junmai Ginjo; Tokubetsu Junmai; Kimoto
Website azumacho.co.jp/
Coordinates 33.1033, 130.0867

About Azumacho Shuzo

One of the oldest breweries in the Kashima sake district tracing back over 300 years. Azumacho means Eastern Length. Known for rich umami-forward style that pairs beautifully with Ariake Sea seafood especially mutsugoro (mudskipper).