Mitojima Shuzo

Mitojima Shuzo is a sake brewery located in Tendo City, Yamagata Prefecture, known for its flagship brand "Yamagata Masamune." While the exact founding year is unknown, the brewery has a long history of sake production in this region. Yamagata Masamune, as its name suggests, is deeply committed to using rice and water sourced from Yamagata Prefecture. The brewery places a particular emphasis on cultivating its own rice, allowing for integrated quality control from rice farming to brewing. This dedication results in sake with a clear, refined taste that maximizes the umami of the rice. Mitojima Shuzo upholds traditional brewing techniques while continuously embracing new challenges, offering sophisticated sake that pairs well with contemporary cuisine. By utilizing the blessings of the local nature and expressing the regional terroir through its sake, the brewery cherishes its strong connection to its home, Yamagata.