Located in Iga the birthplace of the Iga ninja tradition. The city was also the birthplace of haiku master Matsuo Basho. Historic castle town with a long brewing heritage. Hanbei references the legendary Hattori Hanzo ninja master.

Located at the foot of sacred Mt. Miwa home to Omiwa Shrine which enshrines the deity of sake brewing. Claims connection to the birthplace of Japanese sake. Preserves the ancient bodaimoto yeast starter technique originating from nearby Shoryakuji Temple.

Located in the castle town of Gojo along the historic Yoshino route. The Yoshino area is famous for cherry blossoms and has a long sake brewing history. Benefits from pristine Yoshino River water flowing from the Omine mountains.

Located near the ancient capital of Nara close to Kasuga Grand Shrine. Nara is considered a birthplace of refined sake brewing with monastic techniques developed at temples like Shoryakuji. Benefits from the sacred water of the Kasuga hills.

Located on the western shore of Lake Biwa in Takashima. Uses local Shiga rice variety Tamazakae. Traditional approach with long history.

Koka (Koga) is one of two legendary ninja stronghold regions in Japan. The abundant clean water supports both agriculture and brewing.

One of the oldest breweries in Shiga founded in 1533. Known for traditional kimoto and yamahai methods. Uses local Shiga rice Tamazakae.

Historic brewery in Toyosato with beautifully preserved Edo-period buildings. Also makes amazake. Known for rich full-bodied style.

Nagahama is a castle town on the northeast shore of Lake Biwa. Long brewing tradition tied to the lake water system.

Higashiomi is near the historic Eigenji Zen temple. Clean soft water from the Suzuka mountains produces gentle elegant sake.