Watanabe Shuzo (Gifu-Gujo)
| Years Active | 1870 – present |
|---|---|
| Region | Chubu |
| Country | Japan |
| Japanese Name | 渡辺酒造（郡上） |
| Prefecture | Gifu |
| Status | Operating |
| Owner | Family (Watanabe family) |
| Water Source | Nagara River headwater area (very soft water) |
| Rice Varieties | Hida Homare; Gohyakumangoku |
| Toji School | In-house |
| Production Size | Small |
| Key Brands | Gujo no Sakura; Nagaragawa |
| Famous Brands | Junmai Daiginjo; Junmai Ginjo; Junmai; Honjozo |
| Website | Unknown |
| Coordinates | 35.749, 136.964 |
About Watanabe Shuzo (Gifu-Gujo)
Located in Gujo Hachiman known as the water city for its pristine canal system. Gujo Hachiman’s Bon Odori dance festival runs for 32 nights each summer. The area’s famously clean Nagara River water produces delicate sake.