Innovation and the spirit of pioneering are the hallmark of this boutique brewery in Akita, in Northwestern Japan. It broke out onto the International stage when the 10-year aged Yamabuki won the prestigious IWC Trophy and numerous Gold awards since. The Amairo X3 using triple Koji malt, the Shiroyamabuki an assemblage of sake honoring Champagne blending, and aged Rose Koshu are on offer in the U.S.