AWASAKE SERIES
AWASAKE — The Japanese Sparkle the World Has Chosen
A New Sparkle for a New Celebration
Not Champagne. Not Wine.
But something uniquely Japanese—
a refined expression of sake, reborn as sparkling.
AWASAKE, crafted by ITO SHUZO, is an artisanal sparkling sake
made through traditional bottle fermentation (méthode ancestrale)
with no added carbonation,
and praised globally for its balance of natural bubbles and rich umami.
Each bottle holds a depth of Japanese nature and craftsmanship—
a terroir in every sip.
🌸 Chosen on the World Stage
- Official toast sake at G7 Ise-Shima Ministerial Meetings
- Platinum Award + Top 22 Selection – Kura Master 2024 (Paris)
- Certified by the awa Sake Association
(Strict standards: bottle fermentation, clarity, purity, pressure, and elegance)
One Sip. Countless Stories.
This is not just a sparkling beverage.
It is a philosophy in effervescence—
crafted to elevate the moment of celebration itself.
❝ A toast that whispers of mountains, water, hands, and time. ❞
From the pure spring waters of the Suzuka Mountains,
to locally grown rice and the hands of skilled artisans,
AWASAKE expresses the terroir of Japan—a harmony of climate, land, and spirit.
🏅 What Makes it “True Japanese Sparkle”
AWASAKE is certified by the awa Sake Association,
a collective of Japan’s finest breweries—
Mizubasho, Nanbu Bijin, Takizawa, Hakkaisan, Shichiken and more.
Together, they are pioneering a new tradition:
Sparkling sake as a global expression of Japanese celebration.
Certification Standards (Excerpt)
- No added carbonation
- Transparent (no cloudiness)
- Over 10% alcohol
- Over 3.5 bars pressure
- Only rice, rice koji, and water (100% domestic rice)
- Bottle-fermented
Only those that meet these rigorous criteria
can bear the name AWASAKE—a mark of true quality.
🧊 Current Lineup
UZUME SPARKLING awa
- 720ml / Gift Box Included
- Bottle-fermented｜Clear｜Natural Sparkle
- awa Sake Certified
- G7 Official Sake
- Kura Master 2024 Platinum Award
- Kura Master Top 22 Selection
✨ AWASAKE: A Future in Every Bubble
At ITO SHUZO, we believe that sparkling sake
shouldn’t simply imitate champagne.
It should offer its own story—rooted in place, time, and spirit.
AWASAKE is for those who celebrate with meaning.
Not just toasting, but honoring the moment.
With its delicate bubbles, generous umami, and refined clarity,
it invites joy, elegance, and cultural richness into every celebration.
❝ The art of bubbles,
carried from Japan to the world. ❞
Future plans include:
- Limited releases
- Cultural pairing experiences
- Luxury gifting
- Inbound tourism programs