DEJA VU SAKE TOUR

Deja vu Wine Co. & Deja Vu Sake Co. Sake Trade Event with Sake Makers from Japan - Brisbane

Join us for an exciting Sake Trade Event with six renowned Sake makers from Japan!

Get ready to immerse yourself in the rich culture and flavours of Japan's finest Sake.

This in-person event will take place at Goros Brisbane on Wednesday, June 4th 2025, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Experience the DEJA VU SAKE TOUR – A Premium Sake Showcase!

Join us for an exclusive tasting event featuring over 40 exceptional Sake from six renowned brands. Meet the passionate brewers behind these creations and explore a diverse selection, including rare and limited-edition releases such as:
🍶 Houraisen Maka Junmai Daiginjo – a single rice paddock Sake
🍶 Dewazakura Awa Sparkling Junmai Daiginjo – an IWC Award winner
🍶 Shichida Shunyou Junmai 75 – making its Australian debut

Enhance your experience with our Sake Masterclasses, where each brewery will present a 10-minute deep dive into their craft.
⏳ Session Times: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
📍 No pre-booking required – seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Immerse yourself in the world of premium Sake, expand your knowledge, and savor unique flavors. Don’t miss this unforgettable journey!

Mark your calendars and join us for a day of discovery and indulgence.

SAKE MAKERS

DEWAZAKURA

Established in 1892, Dewazakura Sake Brewery is located in Tendo City in Yamagata Prefecture, a small town of 60,000 residents located 300 kilometres north of Tokyo.

Dewazakura have played a significant role in the Yamagata prefecture developing their own rice suited to their region with the local agricultural bureau, and this is known as 'Dewa Sansan', which they use for a selection of their Sake. They have also developed a special yeast to suit the climate.

Dewazakura are known for their distinctive ‘fragrant’ Sake, which can be attributed to their yeast selection as well as their low temperature fermentation techniques.

H OURAISEN

Houraisen was established in 1864 in the Prefecture of Aichi, about halfway between Tokyo and Osaka. It is located 700m above sea level with a cool climate.

Houraisen owns about 29 hectares of their own rice paddocks and grows rice suited to the region. It uses pure soft water for Sake making.

Over the past 20 years Houraisen in collaboration with the local agricultural bureau has developed a strain of rice most suited to their mountainous terrain – Yumesansui.

KENBISHI

Established in 1505, Kenbishi is the oldest existing brewery in the Nada Region, and the 4th oldest brewery in Japan. The logo on their label today was trademarked in 1505 and was the first trademark in Sake history. Historically, Nada is the largest Sake production area in Japan.

All Kenbishi Sake is blended aged Sake. Their house style is dry with an aged character, with high acidity and umami.

In Japanese history, many famous people including Samurai and Geiko enjoy Kenbishi. No other Sake brewery make Sake like Kenbishi.
It is one of a kind.

KUNI ZAKARI

Kuni Zakari was established in 1844 in Handa City, Aichi.
Handa City is situated on the Chita peninsula, about 380km southwest of Tokyo.

Kuni Zakari recognizes that tastes evolve over time, and as a result, the brewery has adapted to meet changing preferences. Since the late 1980s, they have expanded their product range to include a variety of sake styles—from casual, everyday options to award-winning premium sake. They've also embraced sweeter liqueurs such as Umeshu and Yuzushu. Recently, they introduced Fruilia, a collection of fruit liqueurs made with Japanese white peach (Momo), mandarin (Mikan), pear (Nashi), and mango, which have quickly gained popularity both locally and internationally.

S HICHIDA

Established in 1875, Shichida Sake is created by Tenzan Shuzo in Saga on the southern island of Kyushu.

Unlike the northern parts of Japan, Saga does not get too cold in winter.
The technique of sake-making is different as a result. They use the relatively warmer temperature to their advantage. Shichida uses locally grown rice from contracted rice farmers.

Shichida’s house style is juicy and full-flavoured with good structure. They are excited to introduce you to their new Junmai which has a much leaner structure.

Y OSHINOGAWA

Established in 1548, Yoshinogawa is located in the Niigata Prefecture in the small city of Nagaoka City and, is now in the hands of the 20th generation of the Kawakami Family. Yoshinogawa is also the oldest sake producer in Niigata and is the 5th oldest existing Sake brewery in Japan.

Yoshinogawa is one of the largest sake producers in the Niigata prefecture which is a well known major premium rice producing area. The region is a known for its crisp, clean sake with a dry finish.