Yao Honten Co., Ltd.

Yao Honten Co., Ltd.

Address 1432 Kubonoiri, Bessho, Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture
Phone number 0494-22-8787
Homepage http://chichibunishiki.com/
Brewery Tour

Hours: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (Sake Brewery Museum: 9:00 AM–4:30 PM)
Closed: Tuesdays / Year-end and New Year holidays
Please contact us for more details

About the Brewery

Founded in 1749. With over 260 years of history, "Chichibu Nishiki" is a renowned sake nurtured in the deep mountains of the Chichibu region. Blessed with the high-quality water of the Arakawa River system, which originates from Mount Kobushi—spanning Saitama, Yamanashi, and Nagano prefectures—and using high-quality sake rice cultivated in the crisp air and climate characterized by extreme temperature fluctuations, we have, over many years, nurtured a sake unique to this region within a natural environment that possesses all the essential conditions for crafting delicious sake.

While preserving traditional flavors and brewing methods, the new flavors crafted by today’s master brewers have earned high acclaim, including winning the Gold Prize at the National New Sake Competition for seven consecutive years. A local premium sake born in Chichibu and cherished by the people of Chichibu. Discover the unique character of this regional sake and enjoy a taste that will surprise and delight you.

Flagship Products

Chichibu Nishiki Special Junmai Sake

Mild-flavored type Chichibu Nishiki Special Junmai Sake

Selling Price 1,047 yen

CategorySpecial Junmai Sake
Polishing ratio-
Raw riceMiyama Nishiki
Alcohol content-
Sake Meter Value+2
Acidity1.5
Flavor ProfileA meticulously crafted junmai sake made from Miyama Nishiki, a rice variety specifically cultivated for sake brewing. It features a rich body and a flavor that fully brings out the natural sweetness of the rice.

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