Echigo Tsurukame (Kameda Shuzo)
| Years Active | 1890 – present |
|---|---|
| Region | Tohoku/Niigata |
| Country | Japan |
| Japanese Name | 越後鶴亀 |
| Prefecture | Niigata |
| Status | Operating |
| Owner | Family |
| Water Source | Agano River underground water (soft water) |
| Rice Varieties | Gohyakumangoku; Koshitanrei; Yamadanishiki |
| Toji School | Echigo |
| Production Size | Small-Medium |
| Key Brands | Echigo Tsurukame; Tsurukame Junmai Daiginjo |
| Famous Brands | Junmai Daiginjo; Junmai Ginjo; Junmai; Honjozo; Sparkling |
| Website | echigo-tsurukame.com |
| Coordinates | 37.8667, 139.1167 |
About Echigo Tsurukame (Kameda Shuzo)
Tsurukame means Crane and Turtle symbols of longevity and good fortune in Japan. Known for balanced elegant Niigata-style sake. Popular as a celebratory gift sake due to the auspicious name.