

The Seven Matazaemons
Who Built Mizkan
In 1804, a sake brewer left Handa Village, Chita County, and set off for Edo (Tokyo).
His name was Matazaemon Nakano I and he laid the foundations for today's Mizkan.
His visit to Edo convinced him of the potential of sake lees vinegar,
which he began making using the sake lees from his sake brewery.
The passion and dedication that made the new venture a success
have been the heart of Mizkan for more than 220 years.


The Great Challenger




Architect of the Core Vinegar Business




Visionary Business Leader




Pioneering Innovator



Modernizer Who Paved the Way for Nationwide Expansion




Entrepreneur Who Persevered Through Turbulent Times




Reformer Who Brought About the Second Founding

