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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.

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The Great Challenger

Matazaemon Nakano I
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Architect of the Core Vinegar Business

Matazaemon Nakano II
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Visionary Business Leader

Matazaemon Nakano III
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Pioneering Innovator

Matazaemon Nakano IV
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Modernizer Who Paved the Way for Nationwide Expansion

Matazaemon Nakano V
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Entrepreneur Who Persevered Through Turbulent Times

Matazaemon Nakano VI
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Reformer Who Brought About the Second Founding

Matazaemon Nakano VII