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Chubu
Shizuoka 静岡 Sake
Shizuoka Sake: fruity, aromatic ginjo from proprietary Shizuoka yeast
fruity, aromatic ginjo from proprietary Shizuoka yeast
Shizuoka is celebrated for its distinctive ginjo style, driven by a proprietary yeast developed by the prefectural research institute. Shizuoka yeast produces vivid fruity aromas — especially apple and melon notes — and the region's ultra-soft Mt. Fuji water makes for exceptional brewing.
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Breweries
approximately 40
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Climate
mild, humid Pacific climate, Mt. Fuji water
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Water
very soft Mt. Fuji and Oi River spring water
📍 Location
central Pacific coast, between Tokyo and Nagoya
🌨 Climate
mild, humid Pacific climate, Mt. Fuji water
💧 Water
very soft Mt. Fuji and Oi River spring water
🍶 Sake Style
fruity, aromatic ginjo from proprietary Shizuoka yeast
🏭 Breweries
approximately 40
Food Pairings
Sakura shrimp
chilled junmai daiginjo
Shimizu Port specialty with Shizuoka's finest
Grilled unagi (eel)
room temperature ginjo
Hamamatsu eel paired with aromatic sake
Wasabi sashimi
cold daiginjo
Mt. Fuji wasabi meets Shizuoka's clean, crisp sake
Frequently Asked Questions
Shizuoka sake is defined by its proprietary yeast, developed by the prefecture's industrial research center. This yeast produces distinctive fruity aromas (apple, melon, pear) that set Shizuoka sake apart from other regions.