Update:2024.12.19
Sake Found Only in Kamikawa, Hokkaido! Loved by the Locals, Kamikawa Taisetsu Brewery "Ryokkyu-Gura"
In the small town of Kamikawa, located at the foot of Hokkaido’s Taisetsu Mountain, you'll find the Kamikawa Taisetsu Brewery's "緑丘蔵(Ryokkyu Gura),” known for its exquisite Japanese sake. Conveniently located along the road from Asahikawa City to Sounkyo Onsen, the brewery provides excellent access to popular tourist destinations. Visitors can freely observe the sake brewing process through an outdoor viewing window. The sake, brewed in Kamikawa's unique climate, is highly popular among foreign tourists for its clean taste and delicate aroma, all crafted using traditional brewing methods. Make sure to try this exclusive sake, available only in Kamikawa!
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Sake Brewing Inspired by the Nature of Mount Taisetsu
To make delicious sake, you need pure water and quality rice. They use natural spring water from the Taisetsu mountain range and rice grown by reliable local farmers. This sake fully embraces the blessings of Kamikawa’s nature.
Toji's Traditional Sake Brewing Methods
Rather than using large brewing tanks, they create high-quality sake in small batches. Following traditional, handcrafted methods, the Toji master carefully brews each batch with dedication. Their goal is to craft sake that people will want to drink, bringing joy to many.
Popular Among Foreign Tourists! Premium "Kamikawa Taisetsu Junmai Daiginjo Shizukutori"
The "純米大吟醸 雫取り(Junmai Daiginjo Shizukutori," characterized by its black label, is carefully pressed using the traditional bag-suspension method to preserve its finest flavor. Its elegant aroma is concentrated in every drop, delivering a refined and rich taste. At the brewery shop, you can enjoy tastings and find the perfect bottle to suit your preferences.
Limited Sake! Only Available in the Kamikawa Area
神川(Kamikawa) is a local sake sold exclusively in Kamikawa Town. It’s not available even through the brewery's online store, so some visitors travel from outside Hokkaido just to get this unique sake! Be sure to pick up a bottle as a souvenir when you visit Kamikawa! Access
| Address | 25-1 Asahimachi, Kamikawa Town, Kamikawa District, Hokkaido |
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| Official website | https://kamikawa-taisetsu.co.jp/ryokkyu/ |
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