Discover a rare and immersive shochu experience at Hamada Shuzo Kinzangura in Kagoshima. This unique distillery is located inside a former gold mine, where natural temperature and humidity create ideal conditions for ageing and storage.
Begin your experience with an in-depth introduction to the brewery’s philosophy, environment, and ageing methods. Learn how the underground setting influences flavour, aroma, and texture, and why this location was chosen for long-term storage.
During the tasting session, sample aged shochu stored at Hamada Shuzo Kinzangura for 1, 3, and 5 years, allowing you to compare how time transforms the spirit. In addition, taste almost all products currently produced at the distillery, as well as rare alcoholic drinks not commonly found in Kagoshima.
Your guide will explain the differences between each shochu, focusing on ingredients, distillation, and ageing techniques. By tasting side by side, gain a deeper understanding of how storage conditions and time affect sweetness, depth, and finish.
Whether you are new to shochu or already familiar with Japanese spirits, this experience offers a rare chance to explore the full range of flavours created at Hamada Shuzo Kinzangura.
