Shimane

Shimane Breweries

Home to the famous Izumo Grand Shrine and one of Japan's rice heartlands, Shimane uses clear spring water to brew a richly sweet sake with mellow body and gentle sweetness. Local rice Sakanishiki and other prefectural varieties contribute fragrant aroma and deep, lingering umami. Pairs beautifully with shijimi clam soup, Izumo soba, and fresh rock oysters.

Shimane sake is brewed with clear natural water to produce a richly sweet, mellow style with gentle sweetness and lingering umami.

28 breweries

FAQ: Shimane

How many sake breweries are in Shimane?

There are 28 sake breweries in Shimane.

Which is the oldest sake brewery in Shimane?

The oldest sake brewery in Shimane is 右田本店 (founded 1602).

What are the characteristics of sake from Shimane?

Home to the famous Izumo Grand Shrine and one of Japan's rice heartlands, Shimane uses clear spring water to brew a richly sweet sake with mellow body and gentle sweetness. Local rice Sakanishiki and other prefectural varieties contribute fragrant aroma and deep, lingering umami. Pairs beautifully with shijimi clam soup, Izumo soba, and fresh rock oysters.