Kawakami Shuzo (Kirei)
| Years Active | 1868 – present |
|---|---|
| Region | Chugoku |
| Country | Japan |
| Japanese Name | 川上酒造（亀齢） |
| Prefecture | Hiroshima |
| Status | Operating |
| Owner | Family (Kawakami family) |
| Water Source | Saijo underground spring water (medium-soft) |
| Rice Varieties | Hattannishiki; Yamadanishiki; Shinsenbon |
| Toji School | Hiroshima |
| Production Size | Medium |
| Key Brands | Kirei; Kirei Mannen; Kirei Hattannishiki |
| Famous Brands | Junmai Daiginjo; Junmai Ginjo; Tokubetsu Junmai; Honjozo |
| Website | kirei.jp/ |
| Coordinates | 34.4265, 132.7445 |
About Kawakami Shuzo (Kirei)
Located on Saijo Sakagura-dori. Kirei means ‘Turtle’s Age’ (longevity). Champion of Hattannishiki rice, a Hiroshima heritage variety. Known for crisp dry sake style balancing Hiroshima’s typically soft water character.