Ozeki Co., Ltd. (Nishinomiya City, Hyogo Prefecture, President: Kuniko Osabe) will launch a new, more convenient single-serving size of its existing product, "Hosui," called "Ozeki Junmai Sake Hosui 180ml Bottle," on Monday, September 14, 2026.

■ Three key points about "Ozeki Junmai Sake Hosui 180ml bottle"

(1) Capacity
In response to the growing market for small-capacity bottles in recent years, we have adopted a convenient 180ml size. Both the price and volume make it an easy product for those new to sake to try.

(2) Taste
This is a pure rice sake that allows you to fully appreciate the rich flavor of rice. It strikes a balance between a mild mouthfeel and a satisfying body, offering a rich taste while being easy to drink. It is recommended for a wide range of customers, from casual drinkers to established connoisseurs.

(3) Design: "Picture of a sumo match at the Kanjin Oozumo (a fundraising sumo tournament)"
The label design features "Kanjin Oosumori Torihime no Zu," a sumo wrestling ukiyo-e print by Utagawa Kunisada (1786-1865), a ukiyo-e artist who was active in the late Edo period. The artwork depicts the tension and power of sumo wrestlers clashing fiercely in the ring, combining historical significance, narrative, and strength.

Ozeki and sumo

The Ozeki (second-highest rank in sumo) has a long history of ties with sumo culture, spanning over 140 years. In 2023, it was appointed as a Sustainability Partner of the Japan Sumo Association, a public interest incorporated foundation, and is engaged in activities to connect Japanese traditions and culture to the future.
With this product, we have incorporated ukiyo-e prints featuring sumo wrestling as the label design, drawing on our familiarity with Japanese culture.

*Reference: Ozeki official website "Ozeki and Sumo" ( https://www.ozeki.co.jp/join/creative/ )

■ Product overview

Product Name: Ozeki Junmai Sake Hosui
Contents/container 180ml/bottle
Rank: Junmai Sake (rice polishing ratio 78%)
アルコール度数 13％
Sake meter value +3
Total Acidity 1.6
Ingredients: Rice (domestic), rice koji (domestic rice)
Suggested retail price: 300 yen (excluding tax) / 330 yen (including tax)
Release date: Monday, March 14, 2026
Sales area: Nationwide