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,…
Whisky’s Legends: The Pioneers and Their Legacy This section delves into the fascinating history of Japanese whisky by exploring the lives and contributions of the great figures who shaped the industry. From Masataka Taketsuru, the father of Japanese whisky, Shinjiro Torii at 40 years old, capturing his vision and determination as he shaped the Japanese…
1 Shinjiro Torii, the founder of Suntory Shinjiro Torii, the founder of Suntory, is a seminal figure in the history of Japanese whisky. Born in 1879, Torii began his career in the spirits business by opening a store selling imported wines. His dream was to create a uniquely Japanese whisky that would suit the Japanese…