In 1637, Gekkeikan’s founder, Jiemon Okura, established a sake brewery in Fushimi, just south of Kyoto—an area famous for its pure, high-quality water. As global appreciation for Japanese cuisine has grown, so has the popularity of Gekkeikan sake. To meet increasing demand, Gekkeikan Sake (USA), Inc. was founded in Folsom, California, in 1989. Over 380 years since its founding, Gekkeikan remains committed to crafting high-quality sake, carrying on its tradition of excellence in both Japan and the U.S.