The KARIHO brewery was established about 90 years ago. Since then, we have continued to strictly maintain the traditional and original methods with pride in our craftsmanship, which has allowed us to be successful in our business efforts.Akita prefecture is well known as a source of high quality water and fine rice, both of which are natural prerequisites for brewing great sake. Since it is located in the northern region of Japan, fermentation takes place at very low temperatures in the extremely cold wintertime, using a very unique brewing method.

　 　 　
　
　 　
　 Full-bodied fragrance and refined taste. The rice was polished to 35%. The aroma is flowery and the flavor is good, with a nice, long finish. This type of sake is recommendable as an aperitif. Recommended drinking temperature: 10-15C.
　 　
　 　 　
　
　 　
　 Very clean and dry taste. The aroma is fruity, with a refined flavor and a mild sweetness. This sake is also good as an aperitif. Recommended drinking temperature: 10-15C.
　 　
　 　 　
　
　 　
　 This sake is fermented to its extreme limits in a very traditional method. Extremely dry, full-bodied and with a concentrated taste, yet with robustflavor and a relatively high acidity. This sake goes well with more moderately flavored dishes. Recommended drinking temperature: 15-20C or 30-40C.
　 　
　 　 　
　
　 　
　 Very smooth taste with a fruity aroma. This sake goes well with lightly flavored dishes. Recommended drinking temperature: 5-10C.
　 　
　
　
　 　
　 This sake has a good balance between its soft fragrance and flavor, and goes well with richly flavored dishes. Recommended drinking temperature: 15-20C.