Yamazaki

Yamazaki distillery — watercolor illustration
地域 Honshu
Japan
創業 1923
オーナー Suntory (Beam Suntory)
水源 Draws from the confluence of the Katsura River and Uji River in Osaka prefecture, an area long celebrated for its pure water. The naturally soft water is a key reason Suntory chose this site, and it remains fundamental to Yamazaki's elegant, delicate spirit.
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概要

Yamazaki is Japan's first and oldest whisky distillery, founded by Shinjiro Torii in 1923 at the confluence of three rivers near Kyoto. The distillery uses diverse still shapes and cask types including mizunara oak to create a wide range of flavor profiles for Suntory's blending program.

よくある質問

What is Yamazaki distillery?
Yamazaki — Japan's first whisky distillery since 1923. Diverse still shapes, mizunara oak, and Suntory heritage near Kyoto.
When was Yamazaki founded?
Yamazaki was founded in 1923.
Where is Yamazaki distillery located?
Yamazaki is located in Honshu, Japan.
What water source does Yamazaki use?
Yamazaki uses Draws from the confluence of the Katsura River and Uji River in Osaka prefecture, an area long celebrated for its pure water. The naturally soft water is a key reason Suntory chose this site, and it remains fundamental to Yamazaki's elegant, delicate spirit. as its water source.