Satsuma Shuzo Shochu Distillery, Meijigura

This storehouse, viewable to the general public, belongs to Satsuma Shuzo, a company which makes Satsuma Shiranami shochu. The charm and craftsmanship of the late Meiji period, when full-fledged shochu production methods were established, still hangs in the air. Inside, information is presented on the history and culture of authentic shochu, and visitors can see large pots and tools actually used to make shochu. With an advance reservation, visitors can watch the shochu production preparation process and sample shochu for free. In the adjoining Kedogawa Beer House restaurant, you can enjoy shochu and sweet potato beer as well as dishes made with fresh, local ingredients.

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Satsuma Shuzo Shochu Distillery, Meijigura

Address: Kagoshima Pref. Makurazakishi Tategamihonmachi 26 Map
Area: Minamisatsuma Area
Phone: 0120467355
Hours: 9:00-16:00
Closed: 12/31, 1/1
Fees: Free
Parking Lot: Available
Credit Card: Available (VISA, MasterCard, JCB, AMEX, UnionPay, DISCOVER, Diners Club)
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Available
Vegetarian Menu: Not available
English Menu: Not available
Estimated stay time: 0-60 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Available
Infant friendly: Yes (Alcohol tasting/purchasing is limited to those over 20 years old.