Kawabu Brewery, known for its flagship label “Hokosugi,” is a small sake brewery located in Taki Town, Mie Prefecture, near the sacred Ise Grand Shrine. Nestled between the Miyagawa and Kushidagawa Rivers, the brewery is surrounded by lush natural beauty. Believing that sake is something close to daily life, they strive to deliver sake that is both approachable and of high quality. Having been cherished for years in Ise—a town renowned for its culinary culture—the brewery places a strong emphasis on creating sake that pairs well with food. They use pristine water from the Miyagawa River system, which flows through Ise Shrine, and locally grown rice to brew sake that reflects the unique character of the Ise region. Their commitment to quality has been recognized at various competitions, including the internationally respected Kura Master.