飛良泉本舗
飛良泉
Akita にかほ市
Founded
1487
Akita Breweries
One of Japan's premier rice-growing prefectures, Akita produces sake from outstanding local varieties including Akita Sake Komachi, shaped by harsh winters and snowmelt water. Long low-temperature fermentation yields a clean, crisp dry style brimming with rice umami, and traditional methods like kimoto and yamahai add extra depth. It is excellent alongside Kiritanpo hotpot, iburigakko smoked pickles, and Hatahata narezushi.
From one of Japan's top rice regions, Akita sake is brewed with snowmelt water to achieve a clean, dry style with transparent, satisfying umami.
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FAQ: Akita
How many sake breweries are in Akita?
There are 32 sake breweries in Akita.
Which is the oldest sake brewery in Akita?
The oldest sake brewery in Akita is 飛良泉本舗 (founded 1487).
What are the characteristics of sake from Akita?
One of Japan's premier rice-growing prefectures, Akita produces sake from outstanding local varieties including Akita Sake Komachi, shaped by harsh winters and snowmelt water. Long low-temperature fermentation yields a clean, crisp dry style brimming with rice umami, and traditional methods like kimoto and yamahai add extra depth. It is excellent alongside Kiritanpo hotpot, iburigakko smoked pickles, and Hatahata narezushi.
