Manufacturer: Ozeki

Ozeki Corporation – Traditional Japanese Sake Producer (since 1711)

📍 Origin and History

Ozeki Corporation was founded in 1711 in Imazu, now part of Nishinomiya in Hyōgo Prefecture, within the Nada region – one of Japan’s most famous sake-producing areas. This region is renowned for its exceptionally pure Miyamizu water and fine rice varieties, ideal for premium sake brewing.

In 1964, Ozeki launched the revolutionary "One Cup Ozeki" – the first sake packaged in a single-serving glass. This concept changed sake consumption culture in Japan and became a market icon.

In 1979, Ozeki became the first Japanese sake producer to establish an overseas brewery – in Hollister, California (USA) – ensuring fresh sake supply to the U.S. market.

🌿 Brand Philosophy

Ozeki blends over 300 years of craftsmanship with modern innovation, focusing on sake with a clean, lightly dry, and balanced taste that pairs perfectly with food.

Core principles:

• premium-quality rice
• pure Nada-region water
• precise koji-making process
• consistent quality from everyday to premium sake

🍶 Main Products

• One Cup Ozeki – iconic single-serving packaging
• Ozeki Junmai – pure sake with no added alcohol
• Ozeki Karatamba – dry, refreshing, popular in Japan and abroad
• Ozeki Nigori – milky, unfiltered sake with fruity notes
• Premium Junmai Daiginjo – highly polished rice, elegant taste

🌏 International Reach

Ozeki exports to more than 30 countries and has a strong presence in the U.S.. The brand is known for reliability, consistent quality, and affordability even in the premium segment.