Sasakawa Sake Brewery

[The Light of Sake Brewing in the Land of Development] The Melody of Tradition and Innovation Woven by 'Sasano Kawa Sake Brewery'

'Sasano Kawa Sake Brewery', which has continued to mark time for over 250 years since its founding in 1765, alongside the history of Aizaka. Not only does it uphold the tradition of sake in Koriyama, one of the top sake-producing regions in Tohoku, but it also has a remarkably rare and dramatic history, having quickly embarked on whiskey production after the war.

■ The Soul of 'Aizaka' Passed Down Through the Ages

The passion of the pioneers who brought water from Lake Inawashiro to the once-wild Aizaka Plain, yielding rich harvests. This pioneering spirit still breathes life into sake brewing today. The representative whiskey named 'Aizaka' takes advantage of the extreme temperature differences in Koriyama, waiting for the time of maturation. It is truly a process of capturing the very essence of this land in a bottle.

■ Traditional Sake and Whiskey that Surprised the World

The charm of Sasano Kawa Sake Brewery lies in its diverse 'expressiveness'.

• The Essence of Sake: The sake brewed with pure water and carefully selected rice coexists with a sharpness and deep richness.
• Pioneer of Japanese Whiskey: As a trailblazer of local whiskey, it captivates fans both domestically and internationally. The story of its deep bond with 'Ichiro's Malt', which once saved another company's crisis, is still a topic of conversation.

■ Experience the Memories of the Brewery with Your Senses

Amidst the landscape of historic white-walled breweries, a drop meticulously crafted by artisans. Would you like to receive the story of 'Sasano Kawa Sake Brewery', which continues to challenge itself while not being swept away by the times, through a glass of sake?