Kyoto & Yamazaki Distillery Environment A Harmony of Nature, Tradition, and Innovation Located on the outskirts of Kyoto, where ancient traditions and serene landscapes intertwine, the Yamazaki Distillery stands as the birthplace of Japanese whisky. Nestled between the Katsura, Uji, and Kizu rivers, and embraced by the lush misty mountains of Yamazaki, the region has long been revered for its pure,…
Hakushu Distillery is a prominent Japanese whisky distillery owned by Suntory, located in the forested mountains of Yamanashi Prefecture. Known for producing single malt whiskies with a distinctive herbal and smoky character, Hakushu is celebrated for its use of pristine natural resources, including soft, mineral-rich water sourced from the Southern Japanese Alps. Landscape The environment…
Overview of Nikka session Scottish malt and Japanese maltNikka Session seems to be a commitment to combining Scottish malt and Japanese malt to create a taste that complements each other’s individuality and plays a session with music without using any l The name “Nikka Session” The name “Nikka Session” was inspired by the distillery’s tradition of…
Overview of Mars shinsyu Location and Environment: Mars Shinshu Distillery is located in Miyada village, in the Nagano Prefecture of Japan, at an altitude of 798 meters. Nestled in the Japanese Alps at the foot of Mount Komagatake, the distillery benefits from a pristine natural environment with clear air and pure granite-filtered water from mountain…
Overview of Fugaku Fugaku Distillery, established by SASAKAWA WHISKY Co., Ltd. in March 2021, is nestled near Fujisan in Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi Prefecture. Framed by the Majesty of Mount Fuji The Fugaku Distillery, named after an ancient poetic term for Mount Fuji, sits in quiet reverence beneath Japan’s most iconic peak. Here, whisky is not just made—it is…
Overview of Nikka from the barrel Whisky directly from the barrel. Nikka From The Barrel was introduced in 1985, crafted to deliver full flavors and richness similar to whisky directly from the barrel. This expression began with the aim to encapsulate the complex blending, higher ABV, and a “marriage” process unique to Nikka, creating its…
Location is saitama Overview of Hanyu Hanyu Distillery, once a hidden gem in Japan, is revered for its rare and sought-after whiskies, particularly the famous “Card Series.” Established in Hanyu, Saitama Prefecture, the distillery was known for its traditional craftsmanship and complex single malts until it ceased operations in 2000 Hanyu Distillery is set to…
Oveview of White OAK White Oak Distillery, known for producing the Akashi brand of Japanese whisky, holds a unique place in Japan’s whisky history. Located in Akashi City, near Kobe, White Oak was the first distillery in Japan to obtain a license for whisky production, dating back to 1919. Here’s an overview of its history,…
Overview of Nagahama Japan’s smallest and newest whisky distilleries Nagahama Distillery, one of Japan’s smallest and newest whisky distilleries, is part of the Nagahama Roman Beer brewery located in Nagahama, Shiga Prefecture, near Lake Biwa, Japan’s largest freshwater lake. The distillery began its whisky production operations in 2016, making it one of the latest additions…
Overview of Nikka Black Nikka Black Deep Blend Nikka Black Deep Blend is a distinguished expression from the renowned Japanese whisky brand Nikka. Known for its rich and complex flavor profile, this whisky is part of Nikka’s Black series, which has been a popular choice among whisky enthusiasts both in Japan and globally. The “Deep Blend”…