Satsuma Shuzo Kedogawa Distillery Meijigura

The southernmost shochu distillery in the Satsuma Peninsula that has been active since the Meiji Period. The origin and the present of Satsuma shochu is here

Getting intoxicated with Satsuma sweet potato Shochu

Satsuma Shuzo is the representative distillery of Kagoshima, with “Satsuma Shiranami” as the brand’s name. “Meijigura” continues to produce authentic shochu made from sweet potatoes and koji, following the method established at the end of the Meiji period. Visit the distillery and experience the history that lives in it from the craftsmen’s skills and tools, and savor the traditions of Kagoshima with its aroma and taste.

Imodarake 900㎖. The product with a strong and deep flavor which is made from 17 kinds of sweet potatoes is available only at the Meijigura store
Satsuma Shiranami Meijigura 720㎖. The distillery’s original Shiranami is distilled in claypot which have been used for over 100 years. It won a Gold Award at TWSC2023
Meijigura Genshu 720㎖. A supreme product made by traditional method. It is undiluted spirits
You can observe the shochu making in August and November, the peak season for shochu production
At the store in the distillery, you can purchase items exclusive to Meijigura