Distillery

Overview of Ontake The Ontake Distillery is a whisky distillery located in Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan, and is owned by Nishi Shuzo, a company traditionally known for producing shochu. This distillery represents Nishi Shuzo’s venture into the world of whisky, standing out for a few reasons: Landscape of Ontake Distilery • Establishment and Location:  Ontake Distillery…

Overview of Asaka Yamazakura is a lesser-known gem in the world of Japanese whisky, but one that carries deep history and quiet strength. Produced by Sasanokawa Shuzo Co., Ltd., a company with roots dating back to 1765 in Fukushima Prefecture, Yamazakura blends tradition, resilience, and craftsmanship.The name “Yamazakura” means “wild mountain cherry blossom”, evoking the…

Overview of Kaikyo Foundation  Kaikyo Distillery is a recent addition to the Japanese whisky landscape, officially established in 2017 by Kimio Yonezawa. The distillery is an expansion of the Akashi Sake Brewery, which has a long history dating back to 1856. The brewery originally produced sake, mirin, and shochu and endured significant hardships, including damage…

Overview of Chichibu Chichibu Distillery, founded in 2008 by Ichiro Akuto, is situated in the Saitama Prefecture of Japan, an area known for its rich natural resources and pure water sources. The distillery is renowned for its dedication to traditional whisky-making methods while embracing innovation. Despite being relatively new in the whisky world, Chichibu has…

Overview of Kirin gotenba The Kirin Fuji Gotemba Distillery, established in partnership with Seagram Company Ltd, began operations in 1972 in Shizuoka Prefecture, close to Mount Fuji. This location was chosen for its ideal climate and access to fresh water from Mount Fuji, crucial for aging whiskey. The distillery is unique for its capability to…

Overview of Miyagikyo Miyagikyo Distillery is one of the two Japanese whisky distilleries owned by Nikka Whisky Distilling Co., Ltd., alongside its sister distillery, Yoichi. Founded in 1969, Miyagikyo Distillery is located in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture, Japan. Miyagikyo Distillery Landscap Miyagikyo Distillery Landscape History of Miyagikyo The Miyagikyo Distillery, nestled in the picturesque Miyagi Prefecture…

Overview of Suntory Chita The Chita distillery, part of the Suntory Whisky portfolio, represents a significant and distinctive branch of Japanese whisky, focusing primarily on the production of grain whisky.Silent spirits with a light and calm personalityIt is roughly divided into whiskey liquor.There are two types, “malt whiskey” and “grain whiskey”.After fermenting barley malt and…