Founded in 1791 during the late Edo period, Yao Brewery is a sake brewery with over 200 years of history. Its signature brand, Suzu Masamune, combines the imagery of a “suzu” (a sacred bell from a shrine) and Masamune (a name synonymous with fine swords), symbolizing a sake with a crisp, dignified character. The brewery is located in Hino Town in southern Shiga Prefecture. Driven by the desire to help people fully enjoy sake as a rice-based alcoholic beverage, the brewery creates sake that complements food and suits a variety of occasions.