Sakai Shuzo (Gokyo)
| Years Active | 1871 – present |
|---|---|
| Region | Chugoku |
| Country | Japan |
| Japanese Name | 酒井酒造 (五橋) |
| Prefecture | Yamaguchi |
| Status | Operating |
| Owner | Family (Sakai family) |
| Water Source | Nishiki River underground water (ultra-soft) |
| Rice Varieties | Yamadanishiki; Isehikari; Saito no Shizuku (Yamaguchi local) |
| Toji School | In-house |
| Production Size | Small-Medium |
| Key Brands | Gokyo (Five Bridges); Gokyo Junmai Daiginjo; Gokyo Ride |
| Famous Brands | Junmai; Junmai Ginjo; Junmai Daiginjo; Tokubetsu Junmai; Nama |
| Website | gokyo-sake.co.jp/ |
| Coordinates | 34.1661, 132.2197 |
About Sakai Shuzo (Gokyo)
Named after Kintaikyo — the famous five-arched wooden bridge in Iwakuni. Uses ultra-soft water from the pristine Nishiki River that flows under the bridge. Clean elegant style reflecting the pure water source.