sake brewery

A Journey for the Senses: Sawanoi Sake Brewery Tour in Tokyo, Where History and Nature Meet

A report on a visit to Sawanoi, a sake brewery nestled in the Mitake Gorge of Ome City, Tokyo. Discover the secrets of the 300-year-old brewery's earthen-walled structure, the "Kuramori" aged sake cellar, and the two unique wells that are the lifeblood of their sake. Ai also shares about the on-site cafe. Join her on a journey to find healing in nature, history, and delicious sake.

2025.08.13

Sake Brewery

Why are there so many sake brands with “Masamune”? Unraveling its roots and history.

Why are there so many sake brands with "Masamune"? Its roots are in Sakura Masamune in the Edo period! An accidental discovery and trust in high-quality sake. Unravel the history and spread of "Masamune" and invite you to the deep world of sake.

2025.03.15

日本酒の知識

Discover the Depths of Sake! Learn About the Differences in Sake Rice

Focus on "sake rice," which influences the taste of sake! Knowing the difference between sake rice will make choosing sake more fun! Thoroughly explain the characteristics and tastes of representative sake rice "Yamada Nishiki," "Gohyakumangoku," "Omachi," "Miyama Nishiki," and "Aiyama." Find your favorite sake rice and have a blissful sake time.

2025.02.22

Sake Brands