One of our brewers is the 15th generation descendent of the original founder of the brewery. Their history and experience are invaluable. Our brewers are craftsmen with centuries of accumulated knowledge and have boundless skill to express their artistry in the form of saké.
Our logo is modeled after the helmet and mask of samurai who fearlessly went into battle and served their lords with honor. It also symbolizes our bold strategy to pioneer new markets for saké and to uphold the great reputation our brewers have cultivated in Japan for centuries.
Born in Okayama, he takes great pride in his motherland’s national beverage—saké. His dream is for Americans to appreciate his selection of saké for its superior quality. Taka oversees all operations and maintains strong alliances with our breweries in Japan.
ONE MAN’S PRIDE.
Takahiro Tokura was disheartened at how saké was treated as a novelty beverage in the United States. A lack of legitimately great brands was ruining America’s perception and reduced saké to being taken in shots as a harsh tasting drink. He founded the company in 2003 with a chip on his shoulder to introduce the greatest tasting saké to the world.