About Kyoto Prefecture
Kyoto Prefecture, situated in the Kansai region of Japan, holds a rich cultural and historical significance. Known as the "City of Ten Thousand Shrines," Kyoto is a treasure trove of traditional architecture, serene gardens, and vibrant festivals. The name "Kyoto" translates to "capital city," underscoring its historical role as the imperial capital for more than a millennium.
Nestled in the picturesque Kamo River basin and surrounded by wooded hills, Kyoto boasts a landscape that seamlessly blends urban sophistication with natural beauty. The city is renowned for its iconic landmarks, including the historic Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) and Fushimi Inari Taisha, with its famous vermilion torii gates stretching up the mountainside.
Beyond its architectural marvels, Kyoto is a culinary delight. The local cuisine showcases a diverse range of flavors, with specialties like kaiseki (traditional multi-course meals), yudofu (tofu hot pot), and matcha-flavored treats, reflecting the region's cultural refinement.
Kyoto Prefecture also preserves ancient traditions, such as the art of tea ceremony, ikebana (flower arranging), and traditional crafts like Kyo-yuzen dyeing and Kiyomizu-yaki pottery. The Gion Matsuri, one of Japan's most celebrated festivals, takes place annually in Kyoto, featuring vibrant parades and traditional performances.
As the cultural heart of Japan, Kyoto continues to captivate visitors with its timeless beauty, making it a destination that seamlessly merges the past with the present.
About Kizakura
Kizakura Shuzo, founded in 1925 in Fushimi City, Kyoto prefecture, is one of Japan's largest sake breweries.
Blessed with an abundance of underground spring water “Fushimizu”, ideal for making sake. Even the place name "Fushimi" is derived from the meaning of spring water. Kizakura has remained devoted to the tradition of sake brewing, aiming to bring delicious sake to customers.Its production is focused on water and rice for superior-quality sake. Combining generations-old secrets with modern brewing techniques, Kizakura sake offers a delicious evolution of flavour.
Crafting affordable quality sake from carefully selected rice and "Fushimizu" springwater from Kyoto gives it a mild, smooth character. For the connoisseur and sake begginer, Kizakura provides a delightful experience, striving to bring happiness to all who drink it.
