Suwa area brewery outside the main Gozo group. The broader Suwa basin historically supported over a dozen sake breweries. Uses the same Kirigamine highland water source as the Gozo breweries.

Brewery in the Chino area at the foot of the Yatsugatake mountain range. Chino sits at high elevation providing cold brewing conditions. The Yatsugatake volcanic range provides excellent mineral water through porous lava rock filtration.

Named after nearby Mt. Tateshina in the Yatsugatake range. The Chino-Tateshina area is known for highland resort tourism and clean mountain water. High altitude and cold winters provide natural advantage for sake production.

One of the oldest breweries in Kanazawa dating to the Sengoku period. Located in the historic Higashi district. Known for clean elegant sake reflecting Kanazawa’s refined Kaga culture.

Small brewery in the interior of the Noto Peninsula. Noto Toji guild originates from this area. Represents traditional Noto brewing methods passed down through generations.

Chikuha brand means bamboo leaf. Located on the Noto Peninsula which was devastated by the 2024 Noto earthquake. Known for rich umami-forward yamahai and clean ginjo expressions.

Small traditional brewery in the Kaga region of southern Ishikawa. Benefits from the pristine water flowing from sacred Mt. Hakusan. Kaga area is known for its onsen culture and traditional crafts.

Small brewery on the outer coast of the Noto Peninsula. Impacted by the 2024 Noto earthquake. Known for hearty sake that pairs with Noto’s abundant seafood. Part of the tight-knit Noto brewing community.

Tiny Noto brewery maintaining traditional brewing methods. Part of the Noto Toji heartland. Known among local connoisseurs for honest straightforward sake reflecting the rural Noto character.

Located in the central Noto area. Ama no Kawa means Milky Way reflecting the dark skies of rural Noto. Small artisanal production preserving Noto brewing heritage.