Harima
はりま
Harima is a GI for sake from the Harima region of Hyogo Prefecture. Only Yamada Nishiki rice grown in Hyogo is used for both the rice and the koji, and the sake is brewed with local water, with production through bottling carried out within the region.
- Production area
- 22 cities and towns in the Harima region of Hyogo Prefecture, including Himeji City
- Type
- Sake
- Designated
- March 16, 2020
- Producers
- About 28
Production standard in brief
Our summary of the standard set by the National Tax Agency. See the agency's page for the official text.
Only Hyogo-grown Yamada Nishiki (grown from inspected seed) may be used for the rice and rice koji, and the sake is brewed with local water. Added brewing alcohol is limited to 50% of the rice weight. Production, storage and bottling take place within the Harima region.
National Tax Agency production standard (opens in a new tab)
Brewery visits & events
In autumn, Himeji hosts the National Sake Festival together with the Harima Brewing Festival, and in summer a Harima sake tasting is held in front of Himeji Station. The Hyogo Sake Brewers Association's website shows which breweries offer tours and tastings.
Where to buy
In Japan, drinking alcohol under the age of 20 is prohibited by law.
FAQ
Harima is a GI for sake from the Harima region of Hyogo Prefecture. Only Yamada Nishiki rice grown in Hyogo is used for both the rice and the koji, and the sake is brewed with local water, with production through bottling carried out within the region.
Sake made in 22 cities and towns in the Harima region of Hyogo Prefecture, including Himeji City to the production standard.
The National Tax Agency designated it as a liquor Geographical Indication on March 16, 2020.
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