Shiga

Shiga Breweries

A historically important brewing region, Shiga uses the clear waters of Lake Biwa and the Hiei mountain system to produce sake with a rich, sweetly full-bodied character. Prefectural rice such as Tamai and Yamadanishiki support the crafting of deep, complex junmai-shu. The sake's mellow roundness complements Funa-zushi (crucian carp narezushi), Omi beef, and dishes seasoned with Japanese pepper miso.

Shiga sake is brewed with clear Lake Biwa water, producing a richly sweet, full-bodied style with mellow, rounded umami.

18 breweries

FAQ: Shiga

How many sake breweries are in Shiga?

There are 18 sake breweries in Shiga.

Which is the oldest sake brewery in Shiga?

The oldest sake brewery in Shiga is 山路酒造 (founded 1532).

What are the characteristics of sake from Shiga?

A historically important brewing region, Shiga uses the clear waters of Lake Biwa and the Hiei mountain system to produce sake with a rich, sweetly full-bodied character. Prefectural rice such as Tamai and Yamadanishiki support the crafting of deep, complex junmai-shu. The sake's mellow roundness complements Funa-zushi (crucian carp narezushi), Omi beef, and dishes seasoned with Japanese pepper miso.