Aramasa Brewery
| Years Active | 1852 – present |
|---|---|
| Region | Tohoku/Niigata |
| Country | Japan |
| Japanese Name | 新政酒造 |
| Prefecture | Akita |
| Status | Operating |
| Owner | Family (Sato family; 8th generation) |
| Water Source | Soft water from local Akita wells |
| Rice Varieties | Akita Sake Komachi; Miyamanishiki; local Akita-only varieties |
| Toji School | Local Akita |
| Production Size | Small-Medium |
| Key Brands | No.6 (R-type; S-type; X-type); Colors (Cosmos; Lapis Lazuli; Viridian; Ecru); Aramasa |
| Famous Brands | Junmai only (no added alcohol); Kimoto method exclusively; Colors series; No.6 yeast series; Wooden cask fermented |
| Website | aramasa.jp/ |
| Coordinates | 39.7186, 140.1253 |
About Aramasa Brewery
Yeast Association No.6 was discovered at Aramasa in 1930 – still the oldest yeast in commercial use. All kimoto, no added alcohol, all wooden fermentation vessels. Major cult following.