Katoukichibee Shouten (Born)
| Years Active | 1860 – present |
|---|---|
| Region | Chubu |
| Country | Japan |
| Japanese Name | 加藤吉平商店 |
| Prefecture | Fukui |
| Status | Operating |
| Owner | Family (Kato family, 11th gen) |
| Water Source | Hakusan mountain range subsoil water (soft) |
| Rice Varieties | Yamadanishiki (Special A contract); Gohyakumangoku |
| Toji School | Echizen Toji |
| Production Size | Medium |
| Key Brands | Born (梵); Born Gold; Wing of Japan; Dreams Come True |
| Famous Brands | Junmai Daiginjo; Daiginjo; Junmai Ginjo; Ginjo; Aged/Koshu; Sparkling |
| Website | born.co.jp |
| Coordinates | 35.9567, 136.1839 |
About Katoukichibee Shouten (Born)
Born means purity from Sanskrit. Pioneered -10C long-term aging. Served at Japanese government state dinners and ANA First Class. Ages sake for years before release.