Sawanotsuru

沢の鶴 Sawanotsuru
Sawanotsuru sake brewery — watercolor illustration
Prefecture Hyogo Kinki (近畿)
Founded 1717
Toji School Tajima Toji
Water Source Draws from miyamizu wells in Nada's Uozaki district in Hyogo prefecture, the same legendary water source that defines the Nada brewing tradition.

About

Sawanotsuru (Crane of the Marsh) has brewed in Nada for over 300 years and is one of the district's most respected names. The brewery emphasizes traditional craftsmanship and operates a sake museum that preserves historic brewing tools and techniques. Their junmai line offers accessible, well-balanced sakes that represent classic Nada character.