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43rd | Takeda Sake Brewery (Niigata)

43rd | Takeda Sake Brewery (Niigata)

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Niigata Joetsu City Takeda Sake Brewery Store Hands-on SAKE Online Sake Brewery Study Abroad Sake Katafune

This time's recommendation


Takeda Sake Brewery started its sake brewing business at a fishing boat dock called Kamikofunatsu in Joetsu City, Niigata Prefecture, in 1866 (Keio 2) at the end of the Edo period.

The representative brand ``Katafune'', which has remained unchanged since its founding, is written in kanji as ``Katafune'', which is proof that it is a local sake that was born and loved in the area.

When talking about Niigata Prefecture's sake, people often think of it as ``light and dry, like water,'' but the sake produced by Takeda Sake Brewery has a rich and rounded ``sweet yet crisp deep flavor.''

We believe that you can enjoy the tradition and pride of a sake brewery that focuses on deliciousness, as well as our attempts at innovation, from every angle.

  • Takeda Sake Brewery
  • Speaker: Haruki Takeda, 10th generation

#youth#terroir#revival#innovation#support#bio#aging

Niigata Joetsu City Takeda Sake Brewery Store Hands-on SAKE Online Sake Brewery Study Abroad Sake Katafune

Reason for introducing Takeda Sake Brewery


The third part of the Hokuriku support series is Niigata Prefecture, which is one of the four prefectures in Hokuriku, along with Ishikawa, Fukui, and Toyama.

As you know, Niigata Prefecture is the ``Sake Kingdom'' with 88 breweries and the highest annual consumption per person in Japan, so it feels like it is too late for this hands-on introduction to sake.

However, we are where we are today because of our desire to visit sake breweries that we didn't yet know about, and to promote the sake breweries that sell them.

Yes, in mid-February, we visited Hokuriku on a support visit for the Noto Peninsula earthquake. At that time, Haruki Takeda, the 10th generation owner of Takeda Sake Brewery, was the first person in Niigata to welcome Masuda, the hands-on representative, and Kokado, the moderator.

Niigata Joetsu City Takeda Sake Brewery Store Hands-on SAKE Online Sake Brewery Study Abroad Sake Katafune

In fact, “Katafune” has won the trophy for the highest award in the SAKE category of the world-famous wine fair “IWC (International Wine Challenge)” in 2013, 2015, and 2019.

To be honest, Mr. Takeda spoke kindly and politely to us, who didn't even know about this, and we got a glimpse of the sake brewing process.

Niigata Joetsu City Takeda Sake Brewery Store Hands-on SAKE Online Sake Brewery Study Abroad Sake Katafune

Takeda Sake Brewery's belief is, "We don't cut corners!"

Mr. Takeda is also a man with a strong spirit for challenges, seeking a ``new Niigata'' that is different from the past, and working together with local farmers and liquor stores to produce sake.
We have prepared sake that has been recognized around the world and rare sake that is the result of our efforts.

Why not toast with sake that enlivens the Japanese sake brewery!

This time's sake


Niigata Joetsu City Takeda Sake Brewery Store Hands-on SAKE Online Sake Brewery Study Abroad Sake Katafune

Special Honjozo Katafune (180ml)

A fragrant dish that has a deep flavor and a light texture that goes down the throat, and can be enjoyed hot or cold, making it a highly fragrant dish that anyone can enjoy.

Niigata Joetsu City Takeda Sake Brewery Store Hands-on SAKE Online Sake Brewery Study Abroad Sake Mandoba

MANDOBA (Takyu - Tayasumi -) *Pre-sale (180ml)

MANDOBA uses Gohyakumangoku, a sake rice grown in Mandoba, a small rain-fed field deep in the mountains of Yasuzuka, Joetsu City, Niigata Prefecture. The rice is grown without using pesticides or chemical fertilizers, and the rice is made with Kimoto, so no yeast is added. Japanese sake was created through the blessings of nature, from rice cultivation to sake brewing.

The MANDOBA series has been released in five varieties that express the seasonal activities of Yasuzuka's Satoyama.

Early summer|Takyu
Expressing the fresh blessings of the mountains
・Freshness with the texture of raw sake
・Raw storage/1 degree pasteurization

Niigata Joetsu City Takeda Sake Brewery Store Hands-on SAKE Online Sake Brewery Study Abroad Sake Katafune Hanajikan

Katafune Hanajikan (180ml)

``Hanajikan'' is a time to pamper yourself. Relax and take a breather. A slightly sweet and slightly light alcohol that relaxes your soul. Once in a while, try it stylishly with a wine glass.

Online sake brewery study abroad
General content


On the day

Join us via Zoom or YouTube Live

How to participate

The Zoom or YouTube Live URL will be sent to your registered email address the day before and 1 hour before the event. Prepare your drinks and snacks, and when the event start time arrives, click on the URL and join the event.
*Zoom opens 20 minutes before the event start time.

First half

To create a stronger relationship with sake
60 minutes of one-shot competition from the brewery

Niigata Joetsu City Takeda Sake Brewery Store Hands-on SAKE Online Sake Brewery Study Abroad Sake Katafune

・Cheers with the brewery
・Introduction to alcohol
・Pairing menu
・Special brewing
・My sake, my dream, etc.

second half

A deeper and more precious banquet

Hands-on SAKE Online Sake Brewery Study Abroad Sake

Sake brewery international students are divided into groups and have a team meeting♪
Please enjoy this opportunity for direct interaction between international students and brewers.

Event details

Deadline for participation

Thursday, May 9, 2024

Expected shipping date

Monday, May 13th

*Scheduled to be delivered to everyone around May 14th to 15th.
Please be sure to receive it by the day of the event.

Please note that the delivery date and time may change slightly depending on the situation.

Date and time

Saturday, May 18, 2024

・First half 19:00-20:00
・Second half 20:10-21:10

*There is a possibility that it will be slightly extended.
*Zoom opens from 18:40, so please arrive early and wait.

plan

●Regular purchase

(Become a sake brewery student)

3,500Yen (tax included)
*Shipping included
*You can skip, pause, or cancel your subscription at any time.

BenefitsUnlimited viewing of all past archives!!

●Single purchase

(Try it out)

3,500Yen (tax included) + shipping fee

How to participate

You can join us via Zoom or YouTube Live.

Things to prepare for the event

● Ochoco or glasses etc.

● Soft water, ice, lemon, etc.

● Have fun (the most important thing!)

Niigata Joetsu City Takeda Sake Brewery Store Hands-on SAKE Online Sake Brewery Study Abroad Sake Katafune

Takeda Sake Brewery


  • Limited partnership company Takeda Sake Brewery
  • 171 Kamikofunatsuhama, Ogata-ku, Joetsu City, Niigata Prefecture 949-3114
  • Home page

Participant conditions/level etc.

If you like alcohol, you are most welcome. Everyone from sake beginners to experts are welcome to join us, regardless of their knowledge level.♪
You can participate alone or with a friend or partner!

Notes

Please note that Zoom will record the event footage and use it for our SNS, website, various materials, etc. Also, if you do not want your face to appear in the recording video, etc., please let us know in advance so we can edit it.

Regarding alcohol sales

We do not sell alcoholic beverages to persons under 20 years of age. I didn't start drinking until I was 20. Drinking and driving is prohibited by law. Drinking alcohol during pregnancy or breastfeeding may affect the development of the fetus and infant. Alcohol should be delicious and in moderation. Recycle after drinking.

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