Tanaka Shuzo (Manatsuru)

Operating Tohoku/Niigata
Years Active 1789 – present
Region Tohoku/Niigata
Country Japan
Japanese Name 田中酒造店
Prefecture Miyagi
Status Operating
Owner Family (Tanaka family)
Water Source Local underground water fed by northern Miyagi mountain streams
Rice Varieties Kuranohana; Sasanishiki; Miyamanishiki
Toji School Nanbu
Production Size Small
Key Brands Manatsuru; Mutsuura
Famous Brands Junmai Daiginjo; Junmai Ginjo; Junmai; Honjozo
Website N/A
Coordinates 38.5583, 141.025

About Tanaka Shuzo (Manatsuru)

Name Manatsuru means true crane. Small traditional brewery in northern Miyagi. Long history spanning over 230 years. Focuses on local rice varieties and local market. Quiet artisanal approach.