Dewatsuru (Akita Seishu)

Operating Tohoku/Niigata
Years Active 1865 – present
Region Tohoku/Niigata
Country Japan
Japanese Name 出羽鶴酒造
Prefecture Akita
Status Operating
Owner Corporate (sister brand of Kariho under Akita Seishu)
Water Source Soft water from Mt. Taihei area groundwater
Rice Varieties Akita Sake Komachi; Miyamanishiki; Gin no Sei
Toji School Yamauchi
Production Size Medium
Key Brands Dewatsuru; Dewatsuru Kimoto; Dewatsuru Yamahai
Famous Brands Junmai Daiginjo; Junmai Ginjo; Junmai; Tokubetsu Junmai; Yamahai
Website igeta.jp/
Coordinates 39.455, 140.37

About Dewatsuru (Akita Seishu)

Sister brand to Kariho under the Akita Seishu company. Dewatsuru means crane of Dewa (historical name for Akita/Yamagata region). Known for traditional methods including yamahai and kimoto. Produces richer fuller style compared to Kariho’s lighter profile.