Urakasumi was founded in 1724, perfecting the practice of brewing sake. They provide the shiogama shrine with Omiki (sacred sake). Their unique sake brings their community together. It is brewed by Toji and Kurabito's fine labor. Throughout the years, Urakasumi has grown alongside cooking practices and traditions in the local community. Koichi Saura is the current president of the 300 year old family brewing tradition (13th generation). Through their hard work, this Sake brewery is very respected, and well known sake breweries in Japan. It's influence even stretches out internationally, contributing to its successfulness.