Tono Shuzo (Kikuzakari)
| Years Active | 1906 – present |
|---|---|
| Region | Tohoku/Niigata |
| Country | Japan |
| Japanese Name | 遠野醸造 (菊盛) |
| Prefecture | Iwate |
| Status | Operating |
| Owner | Family |
| Water Source | Soft water from Tono basin mountain streams |
| Rice Varieties | Gohyakumangoku; Gin-Otome; Yamadanishiki |
| Toji School | Nanbu |
| Production Size | Small-Medium |
| Key Brands | Kikuzakari; Kikuzakari Junmai Ginjo |
| Famous Brands | Junmai; Junmai Ginjo; Junmai Daiginjo; Honjozo; Tokubetsu Junmai |
| Website | Unknown |
| Coordinates | 39.3328, 141.5317 |
About Tono Shuzo (Kikuzakari)
Located in Tono city famous for its folklore traditions documented in Tono Monogatari (Legends of Tono) by Kunio Yanagita. Brewing reflects the mystical character of this culturally rich region. Known for solid traditional style.