Gekkeikan Brewery
Gekkeikan
Nearly four centuries of mastery — brewed where Kyoto’s waters run pure.
Our Story
A Crown of Laurel,
Brewed Since 1637
Jiemon Okura founded a brewery in Fushimi, Kyoto, where pure spring water and merchant routes met.
The name Gekkeikan — “Crown of Laurel” — was adopted as a promise of victory, quality and excellence.
Tradition and brewing science continue side by side, carrying Fushimi sake to tables around the world.
Place & Water
Fushimi: Where Kyoto’s Earth Filters Every Drop
Beneath Fushimi lies a natural aquifer of ancient subterranean streams. This exceptionally soft water gives Gekkeikan sake its poised, clean and gentle character.
From Kyoto to Australia
Brewing Philosophy
Science in Service of Tradition
Scientific Precision
Analysis and brewing research protect quality while preserving the house style.
Rice Polishing
Carefully selected rice is polished to reveal a pure, elegant centre.
Nama Innovation
Pioneering filtration helped bring fresh, vivid nama sake to more drinkers.
Company & Place
Rooted in Fushimi.
Made for the World.
Gekkeikan remains in Fushimi, where the company was founded in 1637. Historic kura and modern facilities stand side by side, expressing a culture of inherited craft, research and continuous innovation.
“Quality, Creativity, Humanity.”
Visit Fushimi
Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum
Step inside a preserved brewery setting and encounter the tools, methods and Fushimi landscape behind nearly four centuries of sake making.
Explore the museumSake Ichiban Selects
Discover Gekkeikan
A Kyoto collection, selected for the Australian table.
Josen
Futsu-shu
Mellow / Clean / Versatile
A natural aroma and mellow flavour, finishing with a clean, spirited edge. Enjoy chilled or gently warmed.
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Yamadanishiki
Tokubetsu Junmai
Floral / Smooth / Dry
Rich yet refreshing, with light fruit and floral notes, a gentle rice character and a dry finish.
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Junmai
with Ochoko
Crisp / Clever / Ready
Pure-rice sake in a compact bottle with a cap that becomes an ochoko — made to enjoy wherever the table takes you.
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At the Table
A Legacy of Recognition
Recognised Globally
of Sake Craft
Brewing Heritage
Humanity
Gekkeikan continues to unite inherited craft with modern brewing research.
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