Reizan is a well-known sake brand from the Aso region of Kumamoto Prefecture. It is brewed by Yamamura Shuzo Gomei Kaisha, a sake brewery founded in 1762. The brewery’s approach places particular importance on three elements: rice, water, and the people who make the sake.
One of the defining ingredients of Reizan is the underground water that flows through the Mount Aso area. The brewery makes generous use of this clear mountain water, which is an essential part of the sake’s character.
The region’s pronounced differences between daytime and nighttime temperatures also create conditions suited to sake brewing. Together with local rice and the skills of the brewers, these natural factors contribute to Reizan’s distinctive character as a sake of the mountains.
Reizan is available in several styles, offering different aromas and flavor profiles. Its daiginjo sake is known for its elegant fragrance and rich flavor, while its junmai ginjo sake offers a milder, clean, and refreshing finish.
The range makes it possible to choose a bottle according to the occasion or personal preference. For travelers visiting Aso, Reizan is a regional sake that reflects both the area’s natural environment and the long-standing expertise of its brewery.