Hato Masamune is a traditional sake brewery based in Towada City, Aomori Prefecture. Founded in 1899, the brewery has a long history of producing locally rooted Japanese sake.
Hato Masamune uses rice grown in Aomori Prefecture together with pure underground water from the Hakkoda and Oirase areas as its brewing water. By combining these local ingredients with traditional sake-making techniques, the brewery creates sake that brings out the natural umami and character of the rice.
Hato Masamune is often described as a fine sake from Towada. Its character lies in the balance between a clean, refined quality and a satisfying depth of flavor.
Although the sake has a smooth and elegant character, it retains a distinctive richness and savory umami derived from the rice. This makes it an appealing choice for those who want to experience the flavors of locally produced Japanese sake.
The brewery continues to place importance on traditional sake-making methods while carefully selecting ingredients from Aomori. The combination of local rice and clear underground water from the Hakkoda and Oirase regions gives Hato Masamune a strong connection to the natural environment of Towada.
For visitors exploring Aomori’s food and drink culture, tasting Hato Masamune is a chance to discover the region through its local sake. Its clean character, rice-derived umami, and connection to Towada’s natural water make it a representative local drink of the area.