Date & Time:
24th September 2025, 3:00 PM
Event Description:
Enjoy variety flavors of award-winning sake for tasting. "One sip is not enough"
Welcome to Popular Mi, where we bridge cultures and connect you with the finest products from Asia. Our passion for discovery and ethical sourcing has led us to an extraordinary partnership with one of Japan's most celebrated sake breweries, Seto Shuzo.
This is a collaboration of craftsmanship, heritage, and the art of fine sake. We are proud to be the exclusive distributor for Seto Shuzo, bringing their award-winning creations from the heart of Japan directly to your table. It goes beyond collecting accolades, to ensure the sake remains innovative and to champion its place on the world stage.
A Junmai Daiginjo that brings out the unique character of Omachi rice to the fullest. A multifaceted, well-balanced, and profound sake.
Sake that deepens the 'Jōjō-zukuri' method using hydrangea blossom yeast, bringing out a sweet and complex flavor to its fullest extent.
A refreshing sake brewed with unique hydrangea flower yeast, its clean taste is inspired by wind sweeping across green rice fields.
A pure and clear-tasting sake using hydrangea flower yeast, crafted to capture the serene beauty of a moonlit night.
A light-bodied and classic sake with a deep, clean flavor that evokes the sweet nostalgia of a distant summer.
A rich, full-bodied sake brewed for early winter, offering deep flavor with a surprisingly clean and light finish.
Our Past, Present, and Future
Seto Shuzo was founded in the first year of the Keio era (1865). We are a sake brewery located in the town of Kaisei in Kanagawa Prefecture. The Ashigara Plain, where Kaisei is located, was well-suited for rice cultivation due to its flat land and abundant water sources, and in the past, the area was almost entirely covered by rice paddies.
The specific area where Seto Shuzo is located was particularly known for its sake rice production and was even called "Sakada Village" (Rice Paddy Village). Seto Shuzo prospered with popular brands like its signature "Sakadanishiki." At its peak, the brewery produced 600 koku (approximately 100,000 liters) of sake. However, in 1980, the brewery had to cease its own brewing operations due to difficulties in securing a Toji (master brewer) and other kurabito (brewery workers).
With a desire to convey the charm of Kaisei, a town with pure and delicious water, and to revitalize the town through the brewery, we decided to resume brewing. This marked a fresh start from scratch, a full 38 years after brewing had been suspended. The old brewery was dismantled, and a new one was built. We also had a wonderful encounter with an exceptional Toji.
When it came to the crucial task of deciding what kind of sake to make, we established three core principles: [Tradition, Innovation, and the Spirit of Kaisei]. For a small brewery, we offer a diverse range of brands. We hope that you will enjoy the experience of choosing which one to drink, as part of the pleasure of Japanese sake.
Seto Shuzo's mastery is expressed through its three signature labels, each telling a different story:
A revival of our historic brand, brewed with local Ashigara rice and native yeast from our original cellar. As a symbol of tradition, its robust character is the perfect companion for your meal.
An innovative series exploring the future of sake. Each small-batch creation uses unique yeasts and techniques, designed to be paired perfectly with a specific mood, dish, or occasion.
A taste of our hometown, brewed with unique yeast from the local hydrangea flower. This sake captures the essence of the Kaisei landscape with its crisp flavor and refreshing, wine-like acidity.
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