Higeta Shuzo (sake division)
| Years Active | 1825 – present |
|---|---|
| Region | Kanto |
| Country | Japan |
| Japanese Name | 東薫酒造 |
| Prefecture | Chiba |
| Status | Operating |
| Owner | Family |
| Water Source | Underground water from the Tone River in the Sawara merchant district |
| Rice Varieties | Gohyakumangoku; Yamadanishiki; Fusakogane |
| Toji School | In-house |
| Production Size | Small-Medium |
| Key Brands | Tokun; Sawara no Tsuki |
| Famous Brands | Junmai; Junmai Ginjo; Junmai Daiginjo; Honjozo; Tokubetsu Junmai |
| Website | Unknown |
| Coordinates | 35.8894, 140.4978 |
About Higeta Shuzo (sake division)
Located in the historic Sawara merchant district (Important Preservation District). Sawara’s Edo-period canal district is a popular tourist destination. Benefits from the same Tone River water that supports Chiba’s mirin and soy sauce traditions.