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 aging and storage.

Begin your experience with an in-depth introduction to the brewery’s philosophy, environment, and aging methods. Learn how the underground setting influences flavor, 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 beverages not commonly found in Kagoshima.

Your guide will explain the differences between each shochu, focusing on ingredients, distillation, and aging 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 flavors created at Hamada Shuzo Kinzangura.