Located in Ogawa-machi known as the Town of Japanese Paper (washi). Musashitsuru means Crane of Musashi Province. Ogawa-machi has unusually good water that supports both washi-making and sake brewing.

Founded 1596 during the Azuchi-Momoyama period. Originally in Kanda, central Tokyo before relocating. One of Tokyo’s oldest sake producers. Also famous for Edo-period shirozake (white sweet sake) sold on Hinamatsuri.

Claimed to be the oldest continuously operating sake brewery in Japan (founded 1141). 55 generations of the Sudo family. Motto is harmonizing with nature.

Rapidly rising star in the sake world. Ocean99 series named for nearby Kujukuri Beach. Known for exceptionally fruity and modern-style sake.

Also produces craft beer (Shonan Beer). Brewery complex includes restaurant, bakery, and gallery. Tensei means Azure Sky inspired by Chinese celadon ceramics.

Named after the legendary dragon deity. Hit brand Oze no Yukidoke (Snowmelt of Oze) references famous Oze marshland. Known for fresh juicy style.

Pioneered Domaine concept using only rice grown within brewery’s water source watershed. Divided lineup into Modern (fresh, fruity) and Classic (kimoto, earthy). Revived heritage Kamenoo rice. One of hottest craft sake breweries.

Located in Mashiko, famous for its pottery tradition. Pairs sake culture with local ceramic art.

One of very few breweries remaining in Tokyo. Located in scenic Ome along the Tama River gorge. Cave spring water naturally filtered through limestone.

One of two remaining breweries in the Tama area of Tokyo. Brewery garden is designated a Tokyo Metropolitan historical site. Uses 150m deep well water.