Yoshinogawa is the oldest saké brewery in Niigata Prefecture, privately owned by the Kawakami family now in its 20th generation. This ancient brewery was founded in 1548 and retains many of its age-old practices while keeping focused on the changes in the world today. Master brewer Masatsugu Fujino focuses his team’s efforts on crafting the finest saké, mainly from the special local rice variety (Gohyakumangoku).Together they draw from centuries-old knowledge and techniques to brew diverse styles that reflect the lush, fertile agricultural region of Niigata.
