Okayama

Okayama Breweries

Facing the temperate Seto Inland Sea, Okayama uses the clear waters of the Yoshii and Asahi rivers to produce a richly sweet, full-bodied sake with excellent umami. As the birthplace of Omachi rice, the prefecture uses that variety alongside Yamadanishiki to craft sake of great depth and complexity. Pairs well with Tsuyama horumon-udon, Mamakari vinegared sushi, and Okayama mochi desserts.

Okayama sake benefits from the Seto Inland Sea's temperate climate, producing a richly sweet, full-bodied style with excellent umami.

33 breweries

FAQ: Okayama

How many sake breweries are in Okayama?

There are 33 sake breweries in Okayama.

Which is the oldest sake brewery in Okayama?

The oldest sake brewery in Okayama is 多胡本家酒造場 (founded 1661).

What are the characteristics of sake from Okayama?

Facing the temperate Seto Inland Sea, Okayama uses the clear waters of the Yoshii and Asahi rivers to produce a richly sweet, full-bodied sake with excellent umami. As the birthplace of Omachi rice, the prefecture uses that variety alongside Yamadanishiki to craft sake of great depth and complexity. Pairs well with Tsuyama horumon-udon, Mamakari vinegared sushi, and Okayama mochi desserts.