Niizawa Shuzo (Hakurakusei; Atagonomatsu)
| Years Active | 1873 – present |
|---|---|
| Region | Tohoku/Niigata |
| Country | Japan |
| Japanese Name | 新澤醸造店 |
| Prefecture | Miyagi |
| Status | Operating |
| Owner | Family (Niizawa family) |
| Water Source | Local Osaki area underground water (soft water) |
| Rice Varieties | Yamadanishiki; Kuranohana; Miyamanishiki; Kamenoo |
| Toji School | Nanbu |
| Production Size | Small-Medium |
| Key Brands | Hakurakusei; Atagonomatsu; Hakurakusei Junmai Daiginjo; Zankyo Super 7 |
| Famous Brands | Junmai Daiginjo; Junmai Ginjo; Junmai; Tokubetsu Junmai; Nama; Ultra-premium (polished to 7%) |
| Website | niizawa-brewery.co.jp/ |
| Coordinates | 38.7333, 140.8667 |
About Niizawa Shuzo (Hakurakusei; Atagonomatsu)
Produces two distinct brands: Hakurakusei (refined elegant) and Atagonomatsu (rich full-bodied). Young president Niizawa Yasuyoshi rebuilt after 2011 earthquake devastation. Zankyo Super 7 polished to 7% is among the most extreme rice polishing in the world. Won numerous international awards.