One of the oldest breweries in Ibaraki, tracing its founding to the early Edo period. Located in the mountainous Hitachiota area known for Fukuroda Falls.

One of the oldest breweries in Chiba, founded near Naritasan Shinshoji Temple. Uses traditional brewing methods alongside modern techniques. Also produces shochu and craft beer.

Located in the port city of Choshi at the eastern tip of Chiba. Maritime climate influences the brewing. Choshi has historically been a sake and soy sauce production center.

Annaka city brewery near the iconic Mt. Myogi. Myogi is famous for its dramatic jagged rock formations and is one of the Three Celebrated Mountains of Jomo (old Gunma). Volcanic spring water adds mineral complexity.

Located in Nikko area known for Toshogu Shrine and spectacular mountain scenery. Uses pristine Nikko mountain snowmelt water. Tourism provides a ready market for this small brewery. Daiyanogawa references the local Daiya River.

Historic Oyama city brewery in southern Tochigi named after the founding ancestor Kichibee. Shimotsuke is the old provincial name for Tochigi. Oyama area is flat rice-growing territory with good groundwater access.

Northern Tochigi brewery in the Nasu highland resort area. Volcanic soil filters the water creating a distinctive mineral profile. Nasu is a popular onsen (hot spring) and emperor’s villa resort area providing tourism market.

Eastern Gunma brewery near the Watarase Gorge scenic area. Kan no Hijiri brand is respected among Gunma sake enthusiasts. Benefits from the clean mountain water of the Watarase upper watershed. Multiple award winner at regional sake competitions.

Western Takasaki brewery in the Kurabuchi mountain area. Haruna and Akagi mountains provide excellent soft water. Very small production focused on the Takasaki and Maebashi local market.

Southern Gunma brewery in Tatebayashi city near the Tochigi border. Tatebayashi is famous for its azalea park and udon noodles. Tone River provides soft water. Historic flat-land brewing area.