Watanabe Shuzo (Hourai)
| Years Active | 1870 – present |
|---|---|
| Region | Chubu |
| Country | Japan |
| Japanese Name | 渡辺酒造店 |
| Prefecture | Gifu |
| Status | Operating |
| Owner | Family (Watanabe family) |
| Water Source | Northern Alps subsoil water (soft water) |
| Rice Varieties | Hida Homare; Yamadanishiki; Gohyakumangoku |
| Toji School | In-house (Hida tradition) |
| Production Size | Medium |
| Key Brands | Hourai (蓬莱); W; Hida no Tanbo |
| Famous Brands | Junmai Daiginjo; Junmai Ginjo; Junmai; Honjozo; Nama; Sparkling |
| Website | watanabeshuzouten.com |
| Coordinates | 36.2378, 137.1847 |
About Watanabe Shuzo (Hourai)
Different brewery from Hayashi Honten despite both using Hourai-related branding. Located in Hida-Furukawa. Has won numerous gold medals at national sake competitions. Their W brand targets younger consumers with modern label design.