Small brewery in Ena city at the foot of Mt. Ena. The Ena-Nakatsugawa corridor along the Kiso River was historically an important route connecting Nagoya to Nagano. Mt. Ena (Enasan) is a sacred mountain appearing in Japanese mythology.

One of the oldest breweries on Takayama’s historic Ichinomachi street. Known for koshu (aged sake) as well as classic Hida-style junmai. Traditional wooden kura maintains ideal temperature for slow fermentation in the cold Hida winters.

Located on Takayama’s Ninomachi historic street. Sanrokubansho brand name references the Hida region. Uses traditional Hida brewing methods passed down through generations. Known for gentle umami-rich junmai style.

One of the oldest breweries in Takayama dating to the Edo period. Specializes in nama (unpasteurized) sake that showcases fresh lively flavors. Located on the atmospheric Ninomachi sake brewery street.

Located on Takayama’s iconic Sannomachi (San-no-machi) street. A popular stop for tourists visiting the historic district. Traditional sugitama (cedar ball) hangs outside indicating a sake brewery. Offers extensive tasting.

Small traditional brewery in the mountain castle town of Ono in eastern Fukui. Ono is known as the Little Kyoto of Hokuriku and is famous for its pure underground water. The town has several historic breweries.

Hanagaki (Flower Fence) is the flagship brand. Located in Ono castle town known for Hokuriku’s best water. The underground water of Ono is so pure it is considered among the finest sake-brewing water in Japan.

Located in the Wakasa region of southern Fukui facing the Sea of Japan. Obama and the Wakasa coast have ancient cultural ties to Kyoto and Nara as a supply route for seafood and goods (saba kaido – mackerel road).

One of Yamanashi’s most prestigious breweries. Shichiken means Seven Wise Men. Located in Hakushu alongside Suntory’s whisky distillery sharing the same pristine Southern Alps water. Sparkling sake served at G20 Osaka Summit 2019.

Located at the base of Mt. Fuji near Lake Kawaguchi. Uses Mt. Fuji’s legendary spring water. Kai no Kaiun means Good Fortune of Kai Province. The area attracts tourists for its stunning views of Mt. Fuji.