Arimitsu Sake Brewery was founded in 1903 (Meiji 36) by Itaro Arimitsu.
Our fermentation brewery has an even older history, originally built during the Edo period. It has been carefully preserved and continuously improved over the years, allowing us to keep using it to this day.
Though we are a small-scale brewery, the passage of more than a hundred years has imbued our establishment with a profound sense of history and presence.

Our brewery is located in Akano, Aki City, in eastern Kochi Prefecture.
Surrounded by mountains and the sea, this tranquil village offers a breathtaking view of the Pacific Ocean stretching out before us, while majestic mountains rise in the background.
When the sake-making season begins, white steam from the freshly steamed rice rises into the clear blue sky, filling the air with a sense of calm and tranquility.
In harmony with this natural setting, we dedicate ourselves to the art of sake brewing every day.

The name “Akitora” is derived from Aki Kunitora, a samurai warlord who ruled the eastern region of Kochi during the Sengoku period (16th century) and was one of the seven great warlords of Kochi.
Unfortunately, he was later defeated in battle by Chosokabe Motochika, who went on to unify Shikoku. However, he is remembered for his legendary act of sacrificing his own life to ensure the safety of his retainers.
The Aki clan was admired and respected by the local people for generations, and their name has been passed down through history.
Even after the fall of the Aki family, the name “Aki” continues to live on as the name of this region.