From Rice to Glass: DHC Shuzo Sake Brewery Tour
Step inside DHC Shuzo in Toyosaka, Niigata City and experience the full journey of sake craftsmanship. From washing polished rice to koji, fermentation, and pressing, this video introduces the steps of the sake brewing process with clips from the tour.
After the tour, enjoy a sake-pairing lunch featuring local Niigata flavors that highlight the region’s signature tanrei karakuchi (light and dry) style. This video blends culture, craft, and personal reflection to capture the quiet beauty of Niigata’s sake tradition.
Niigata prefecture is one of Japan’s most celebrated sake regions. If you’re curious about Japanese sake or planning a visit to Niigata, this is a journey worth watching. Kanpai!
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00:00 – Opening
00:30 – Getting there
00:54 – About the Brewery
01:45 – Brewing Process
03:57 – Tasting
06:52 – Closing
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