Hirase Shuzo
| Years Active | 1623 – present |
|---|---|
| Region | Chubu |
| Country | Japan |
| Japanese Name | 平瀬酒造店 |
| Prefecture | Gifu |
| Status | Operating |
| Owner | Family (Hirase family) |
| Water Source | Northern Alps subsoil water (soft water) |
| Rice Varieties | Hida Homare; Yamadanishiki; Gohyakumangoku |
| Toji School | In-house (Hida tradition) |
| Production Size | Small |
| Key Brands | Kusudama; Hirase |
| Famous Brands | Junmai Daiginjo; Junmai Ginjo; Junmai; Honjozo; Nigori |
| Website | Unknown |
| Coordinates | 36.1419, 137.2558 |
About Hirase Shuzo
Oldest brewery in Takayama dating to early Edo period. Located on Ichinomachi street in the historic district. One of the original Hida sake breweries that helped establish Takayama as a sake town. Rich full-bodied style.