The Brewery

Rokkasen

Rokkasen is a sake brewery located in Japan that prides itself on using traditional brewing methods to create high-quality sake. The brewery's name, "Rokkasen," is a reference to the six famous Japanese poets from the Heian period, symbolizing the brewery's commitment to craftsmanship and artistry. Rokkasen's sake is made with locally sourced rice and water, as well as carefully selected koji mold and yeast. The brewery's master sake brewers, known as toji, oversee the entire brewing process, from polishing the rice to fermentation and aging. Rokkasen offers a range of sake varieties, from light and fruity to rich and full-bodied, catering to a wide range of palates. Visitors to the brewery can take guided tours to learn about the sake-making process and sample different types of sake. Overall, Rokkasen is dedicated to preserving the traditions of sake brewing while also exploring new techniques to create innovative and distinctive sake flavors.