Yoshinogawa Gokujo Ginjo

Yoshinogawa · Niigata (Nagaoka)
Alcohol Sake Alcohol Established export

Yoshinogawa is one of Niigata's oldest breweries, dating to 1548, producing crisp, dry tanrei-karakuchi sake in the classic Niigata style. Its export-focused lines sell across North America and Asia. The clean, dry profile pairs well with seafood and appeals to sushi-bar programs. It is an established exporter.

The supplierYoshinogawa in Nagaoka, Niigata, founded 1548, is among Japan's oldest sake breweries, specializing in the clean, dry Niigata style and running an active export business.
Why it sells abroadCenturies-old Niigata brewery; clean dry style ideal for sushi/seafood

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CertificationsFood sanitation compliance and export documentation (standard). HACCP/FSSC 22000: not publicly verified. No halal/organic/kosher certification found.
Pack formats300ml, 720ml and 1800ml bottles.
Shelf life~12 months pasteurized; no legal expiry.
StorageCool/refrigerated, dark, upright.
Minimum orderTypical: from 1 mixed case
Lead timeTypical: 4-8 weeks
CapacityTypical: mid-large with export volume
Container loadTypical: mixed FCL feasible
PricingMid
OEM / private labelPossible (per draft); no public OEM program confirmed.
Wholesale & MOQDirect export and specialist importers; MOQ by mixed case
Key exporters & distributorsYoshinogawa export, JFC International, Mutual Trading
Export regulationAlcohol import license; US TTB COLA + state; EU excise; bilingual labeling.
Market demandSteady
How to source itDirect export or established importers (Yoshinogawa, one of Niigata's oldest breweries).
Verified sourceshttps://yoshinogawa.co.jp/
MakerYoshinogawa Co., Ltd.
OriginNiigata (Nagaoka)
CategoryAlcohol / Sake
Available inUnited States, Canada, Hong Kong +3 more
HandlingAlcohol
Price tierMid
ChannelSpecialty
Export readinessEstablished export
HS code2206.00
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