Ine to Agave is a craft sake brewery established in the autumn of 2021 in Oga City, Akita Prefecture, Japan. The brewery is housed in a renovated building that was formerly a train station, preserving the historical architecture and character of the space. Founded by Shuhei Okazumi, who moved to Akita in 2014 to work for Aramasa Brewery. Ine to Agave embodies a deep commitment to the local community and culture. The brewery's philosophy, "brewing the terroir of Oga”, reflects a dedication to capturing the essence of the region in every bottle. This approach involves engaging closely with local traditions, ingredients, and people to produce unique and authentic sake offerings. In Japan, the production of traditional sake is highly regulated, with new brewing licenses for domestic sales generally not issued. However, a legal amendment in April 2020 allows new entrants to produce sake exclusively for the export market.

Ine to Agave utilizes this provision to craft sake for international markets, introducing innovative flavors by incorporating local and unique ingredients such as agave, hops, apples, grapes, matcha, honey, and coffee. Beyond sake production, Ine to Agave is actively involved in community development initiatives aimed at revitalizing the Oga Peninsula. Their efforts include creating employment opportunities, advocating for regulatory reforms in sake licensing, and fostering a vibrant sake culture. The brewery envisions transforming Oga into a renowned sake destination, attracting visitors and enthusiasts from around the world.

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