Established in 1897, Abu-no-Tsuru Shuzo lies on the northern coast of Yamaguchi Prefecture. Inactive for 30 years after closing its doors in 1983, it was was resurrected by current president-toji Ryutaro Miyoshi. Born the same year the brewery closed, Miyoshi’s childhood years were spent estranged from the sake business. Fate drew him back – following an opportunity to work a single brewing season in Chiba, one thing led to another, and he revived Abu-no-Tsuru Shuzo in 2017. Having risen from the ashes, the brewery is building a modern style with fresh tastes and slick labels inspired by Miyoshi’s training as an interior designer.