Shimane

島根県

39 breweries, 73 brands, 131 bottles

In Shimane Prefecture, sake brewing took root alongside Izumo culture, and the prefecture is home to many breweries closely tied to their local communities.

Sake breweries in Shimane Prefecture are characterized by a brewing tradition that took root alongside Izumo culture, and many produce brands closely tied to their local communities. Some breweries also make use of water systems in the mountainous areas for brewing, and the sake often shows a calm, restrained umami.

Breweries in Shimane 39