Located in Fukaya in northern Saitama. The town is famous for deep-rooted agricultural traditions including Fukaya Negi (leeks) and historically supported sake brewing.

Pioneered the all-junmai movement in 1987, becoming one of the first breweries in Japan to completely eliminate added alcohol from all products. Famous for aged sake (koshu). The name Shinkame means sacred turtle.

Chichibu mountain brewery producing sake with the pristine soft water of the Chichibu mountain range. The area is also famous for whisky production.

Located in Hanno in the Iruma area of western Saitama, near the scenic Tenranzan hill. Named after the local landmark.

Located in Kumagaya in northern Saitama, known as one of the hottest cities in Japan. The extreme summer heat historically challenged brewers here.

Small brewery in the pottery and arts city of Kasama, producing sake that complements the local food culture.

Located in southern Ibaraki near the Tone River. Produces sake for the local market in the area between Ibaraki and Chiba.

Mountain brewery in the remote Okukuji region of northern Ibaraki, near Fukuroda Falls. The pristine mountain water produces clean delicate sake.

Major Mito-based producer famous for both sake and Hyakunen Umeshu (plum wine). Developed the M310 yeast used widely across Japan. Also a major shochu producer.

Pioneer of organic sake (JAS certified) in Ibaraki. Located in the coastal resort town of Oarai. Committed to sustainable and organic brewing practices since the early 2000s.