Kimura Shuzo
| Years Active | 1842 – present |
|---|---|
| Region | Tohoku/Niigata |
| Country | Japan |
| Japanese Name | 君の井酒造 |
| Prefecture | Niigata |
| Status | Operating |
| Owner | Family (Kimura family) |
| Water Source | Mt. Myoko snowmelt underground water (soft water) |
| Rice Varieties | Gohyakumangoku; Koshitanrei; Yamadanishiki |
| Toji School | Echigo |
| Production Size | Small-Medium |
| Key Brands | Kimi no I; Kimi no I Yamahai Junmai |
| Famous Brands | Junmai Daiginjo; Junmai Ginjo; Junmai; Honjozo; Yamahai |
| Website | kiminoi.com |
| Coordinates | 37.0125, 138.2486 |
About Kimura Shuzo
Kimi no I means Lord’s Well. Located at the base of Mt. Myoko a famous ski resort area. One of the few Niigata breweries actively producing yamahai style sake alongside the typical tanrei karakuchi style. The heavy snowfall of Myoko provides exceptional water.