At a glance
- Japanese name
- 坂元醸造株式会社
- Established
- 1812
- Location
- Kirishima, Kagoshima
- English support
- English corporate site (kurozu.co.jp)
- Export experience
- US, EU, Asia
- Certifications
- GI-protected (Fukuyama Kurozu)
- Website
- www.kurozu.co.jp/en
Editor's scoring
Overall 12/25 (48%)
- English supportLimited
- Export experienceStrong
- Certification breadthLimited
- MOQ flexibilityLimited
- Lead timeLimited
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About
Founded 1812 in Kirishima (Kagoshima), Sakamoto Brewing is the most-recognised producer of Fukuyama Kurozu — the GI-protected outdoor-pot black rice vinegar of southern Japan. Operates 50,000+ kame-tsubo (clay pots) of fermenting kurozu in the Fukuyama district. Substantial export business in drinking-vinegar and supplement-grade kurozu to North American and European wellness retail. Reference producer for Japanese black rice vinegar globally.
Ingredients offered
- GlossaryRaw material1 supplier
Kagoshima Kurozu (Black Rice Vinegar)
鹿児島黒酢
Brown-pot fermented unpolished-rice vinegar produced exclusively in Fukuyama, Kagoshima. The 200+ year-old kame-tsubo (clay-pot) outdoor fermentation method — sun-warmed, naturally aerobic, multi-year aging — yields amber-brown vinegar with significantly higher amino-acid content than industrial rice vinegar. The 'Fukuyama Kurozu' label is GI-protected with rigorous geographic and method definitions. Sakamoto Brewing (1812) and Fukuyama Black Vinegar Cooperative producers anchor the supply. Used in premium beverage, traditional Chinese-medicine-adjacent supplements (FFC notifications exist), and increasingly cosmetic AHA-positioning skincare.
Kagoshima (Fukuyama, Kirishima)MOQ 10–100 L liquid; 1–10 kg powder concentrate
FAQ about Sakamoto Brewing Co., Ltd.
Q. What does Sakamoto Brewing Co., Ltd. produce?
Sakamoto Brewing Co., Ltd. is listed on this platform with 1 ingredient for overseas B2B sourcing. Their listed categories include traditional materials. Examples include Kagoshima Kurozu (Black Rice Vinegar).
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
- Sakamoto Brewing Co., Ltd. official site
Q. Where is Sakamoto Brewing Co., Ltd. located, and how does that affect shipping?
Sakamoto Brewing Co., Ltd. is based in Kirishima, Kagoshima, Japan (established 1812). Most Japanese manufacturers ship internationally via Tokyo, Osaka, or Yokohama ports; expect 4–8 weeks typical lead time for production and 2–4 weeks for ocean freight to North America/Europe.
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
- Industry knowledge — Japanese export logistics
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Q. Does Sakamoto Brewing Co., Ltd. support overseas buyers in English?
Yes. English corporate site (kurozu.co.jp) Initial inquiries are routed through OEM JAPAN's operator team to ensure clear specification handoff.
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
Q. What certifications and export experience does Sakamoto Brewing Co., Ltd. have?
Sakamoto Brewing Co., Ltd. holds GI-protected (Fukuyama Kurozu). They have prior export experience (markets served include: US, EU, Asia).
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
Q. What's the inquiry process for Sakamoto Brewing Co., Ltd.?
Submit an inquiry through OEM JAPAN's form on this page describing your target product, target market, MOQ, and timeline. The operator team verifies the inquiry, contacts Sakamoto Brewing Co., Ltd. on your behalf, and returns with availability, pricing, lead time, and required documentation. There is no direct fee for buyers using this matching service.
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — buyer guide
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Last updated: 2026-05-05