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【 Release Information 】Saburomaru VII THE CHARIOT
The Saburomaru Distillery, well-known for its “Mastering the Peat,” is now offering the eighth installment of its Tarot Card series. This tarot card series will be released at a rate of about two per year starting in 2024. “Chariot” depicts the balance between reason and instinct, struggling with conflict, yet moving forward with vigor. Again, […]
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List of Japanese Whisky Distilleries (Updated November. 2025. 118 locations in total)
The latest list of whisky distilleries in Japan updated in January 2021, including Yamazaki distillery, Hakushu distillery, Yoichi distillery, Miyagikyo distillery, craft distilleries Chichibu distillery, Atsugishi distillery, Gaia Flow Shizuoka distillery, Mars Shinshu distillery, Mars Tsunuki distillery, Saburo Maru distillery, Azumi distillery, and 27 more! I'll be back!
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Akkeshi Single Malt Japanese Whisky “Shoukan” to be 【 released in late November 2025 】
Single malt release information from Kenten Jitsugyo Akkeshi distillery. Details of the bottle of Akkeshi Single Malt Japanese Whisky “Shoukan”. This is the final bottle in the Akkeshi Distillery’s Nijushisekki series, excluding the special “Nishinibun” bottle.The official tasting note was released on October 31. 1. Akkeshi Single Malt Japanese Whisky “Shoukan” The time when the […]
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【 Review 】Single Malt Asaka Peated 1st Wooden Washback
Reviewing “YAMAZAKURA Single Malt Japanese Whisky Asaka PEATED 1st Wooden Washback” from Sasanokawa Shuzo. As indicated in the product name, Asaka Distillery introduced Japanese-made Douglas fir (beimatsu) wooden casks in 2019. This product is our first peated whisky made exclusively from spirit aged in these wooden casks. １．Product Name and Photo Single Malt Asaka Peated […]
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【 Release Information 】T&T TOYAMA, Japan’s first bottler company, launches two long-awaited new products after three years of in-house aging
First release of two carefully selected whiskys that have undergone three years of maturation in the company’s own storage facility. T&T TOYAMA Corporation (headquartered in Saburomaru, Tonami City, Toyama Prefecture) is pleased to announce the first release of two carefully selected whiskys that have been purchased from craft distilleries (new pots) around Japan since its […]
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【 Review 】Single Malt Yamaga The First
The first single malt Japanese whisky from Kumamoto prefecture to be released at last. Yamaga The First. Includes taste and product information. Yamaga Distillery is a whisky distillery completed in November 2021. After almost four years of work, a single malt has finally been released. What is the taste of this product, created with a […]
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【 Review 】Kanosuke Double Distilleries Limited Edition 2025
The annual release from Kanosuke Distillery’s Limited Series. This time, the limited edition “Double Distilleries” is now available. Reviewing its characteristics and taste. １．Bottles and labels Kanosuke Double Distilleries Limited Edition 2025 KANOSUKE Double Distilleries Limited Edition 2025 ２．Kanosuke Double Distilleries Limited Edition 2025 Features Shochu Richer Barrels Connecting the Evolution of Blending […]
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【 Review 】Single Malt Sakurao Spanish Oak Stillman’s Selection
Official release from the Sakurao Distillery in Hiroshima Prefecture. The third edition of Stillman’s Selection is now available. Includes product information and reviews. “Stillman’s Selection” is a popular series of releases to the Sakurao Distillery. The first was SAKURAO SHERRY CASK, the second was TOGOUCHI MISTY, and the third was this Spanish Oak. This time, […]
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【 Review 】SAB. OCEAN BLUE 1st BATCH
“Sabu.” blended whisky from Saburomaru Distillery A new limited edition from the series is now available.This is the third small batch whisky following SUNSET RED and NIGHT BLACK, the perennial products of the series. Saburomaru Distillery is one of the distilleries that produce and sell peated whisky under the slogan “The Ultimate Peat” and has […]
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SETOUCHI DISTILLERY launches its first Japanese whisky, “Single Malt Japanese Whisky Setouchi Oloroso Sherry Cask” on October 6!
Bringing the charm of Setouchi to the world! The first Japanese Whisky “Single Malt Japanese Whisky Setouchi Oloroso Sherry Cask” will be released on October 6! Japanese Whisky from the distillery established in Kure City, Hiroshima Prefecture, by the brewer of the well-known local sake “Senpuku,” also known as “Craft Gin Setouchi Lemon,” is now […]
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【 Review 】Akkeshi Single Malt Japanese Whisky “Risshu”
The latest in the Nijushisekki Series from Akkeshi Distillery is now on sale. Single malt “Risshu” product review, features and price. The Nijushisekki Series has finally reached its 20th installment. This Risshu is positioned as the opening of the final movement of the Nijushisekki Series. Risshyu is one of the Nijushisekki, and according to the […]
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【Release Information】KANOSUKE DOUBLE DISTILLERY 2025 LIMITED EDITION
Information on Kanosuke’s 2025 Limited Edition has been released, and will be available from September 25th. This time, DOUBLE DISTILLERY using the original sake from Kanosuke distillery & Hioki distillery. Newly released Kanosuke limited series. The 2024 Limited is released by HIOKI. This seems to be another special one. １．KANOSUKE DOUBLE DISTILLERY 2025 LIMITED EDITION […]
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【Release Information】Akkeshi「HOKUSAI NORTH COLORS」
Three types of the Akkeshi single malt Japanese Whisky “HOKUSAI NORTH COLORS” series [Suirei, Kuusui, and Kokiake] will be released from the Akkeshi Distillery, Whisky Business Division, Kenten Jitsugyo Co.Details. El producto estará disponible para pedidos anticipados en el servicio internacional de ventas libres de impuestos a bordo de ANA. Si tiene previsto viajar al […]
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【Release Information】Tetsu (Nikko Kaido Oyama Distillery)
Nikko Kaido Oyama Distillery will release its first release whisky. There are 4 kinds of whisky. The difference between each type and the details of the distillery are introduced. Oyama Distillery was started as a new challenge by Nishibori Shuzo in Tochigi Prefecture. It won the “INNOVATOR AWARD OF THE YEAR” at the Tokyo Whisky […]
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【 Launched in late August 2025 】Akkeshi Single Malt Japanese Whisky “Risshu”
Single malt release information from Kenten Jitsugyo Akkeshi distillery. Details of the bottle of Akkeshi Single Malt Japanese Whisky Risshu. Akkeshi Distillery announced the release notice of Single Malt Risshu on Facebook. This time, the single malt will be released as before. １．What is “Risshu” in the Nijushisekki? Starting with the release of single malt […]
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【Release Information】Blended Japanese Whisky SOGAINI
New brand “SOGAINI” will be launched from SAKURAO B&D. Sold at an amazing price. Details and taste. 1．Blended Japanese Whisky SOGAINI １－１．Background to the release The recent whisky boom in Japan has resulted in more than 100 distilleries in Japan, and the increase in the number of Japanese whisky products and distribution volume has expanded […]
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Hokkaido Niseko Distillery：Visit Report (July 2025)
World-recognized gin and remarkable whisky making Hakkai Brewery, Niseko Distillery Tour report We visited the Niseko Distillery of Hakkai Brewing, which has been in operation since 2020 in Niseko-Chou, Hokkaido. In February 2024, the distillery received the “World’s Best” award in the classic gin category at the World Gin Awards 2024, an international liquor competition […]
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【BAR Shinkai 15th Anniversary Bottle】Linkwood 15years Hogshead for BAR Shinkai 15th Anniversary #301555
The second of BAR Shinkai’s 15th anniversary bottles Linkwood 15years Hogshead for BAR Shinkai 15th Anniversary” was released. BAR Shinkai, which operates three BAR’s in Minato-ku, Tokyo, has created a second private bottle to commemorate its 15th anniversary since its establishment in 2010. This time, we have planned a limited sale of a Scottish […]
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【Review】Ryuka NEW BORN 2025 ex-BOURBON CASK
Single malt whisky Ryuka NEW BORN 2025, newly released by Shinzato Shuzo and Suzaki Distillery. Features, price and how to purchase. The Suzaki Distillery, operated by Shinzato Shuzo Co. will begin distilling in May 2020.“Single Malt Whisky Ryuka NEW BORN 2025” was released． The ripening process in the subtropical zone of Okinawa is very humid […]
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【Limited quantity available sales】Single cask Shizuoka for BAR Shinkai, available from June 20, 2025
Shizuoka Distillery, the successor to the legendary Karuizawa Distillery, releases two types of private bottles for BAR Shinkai, “Single Cask Shizuoka for BAR Shinkai,” available in limited quantities from June 20, 2025 (Friday). BAR Shinkai, which operates three BARs in Minato-ku, Tokyo, is、The owned Shizuoka Owner’s Cask has reached sufficient maturity to be bottled […]
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【Review】Single Cask Shizuoka Potstill W x Japanese Barley for BAR Shinkai
Private cask in Shizuoka owned by BAR Shinkai.Two distillation still’s [K] and [W] are finally bottled. The taste of distillation still [W] is reviewed. Private cask sales in Shizuoka have been taking place for some time. Distillation took place in November 2021 and bottling was completed on May 14, 2025. 3 years and 6 months […]
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【Review】Single Cask Shizuoka Potstill K x Japanese Barley for BAR Shinkai
Private cask in Shizuoka owned by BAR Shinkai.Two distillers [K] and [W] are finally bottled. The taste of distiller [K] is reviewed. Private cask sales in Shizuoka have been taking place for some time. Distillation took place in November 2021 and bottling was completed on May 14, 2025. 3 years and 6 months of aging. […]
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【review】YAMAZAKURA Single Malt Japanese Whisky Asaka 2025 EDITION
Review of YAMAZAKURA Single Malt Japanese Whisky Asaka 2025 EDITION from Sasanokawa Shuzo.Features, price, and how to purchase. １．Product name and photo YAMAZAKURA Single Malt Japanese Whisky Asaka 2025EDITION Yamazakura Single Malt Japanese Whisky ASAKA 2025Edition ２．feature This product is a carefully selected blend of several types of barrel-aged malt liquors from the malt liquors […]
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【Review】Kizakura Tanba Single Malt
Review of Kizakura Tanba Single Malt from Tanba Distillery by Kizakura Co.Features, price, and how to purchase. Kizakura Tanba Distillery has been selling two types of malt every year since 2022, and now they have released their first standard product, Kizakura Tanba Single Malt, by combining all the knowledge and technology they have cultivated so […]