Collection: AMAMI Kokuto(Brown sugar) Shochu - Japanese Spirits

【About Amami Kokuto(Brown Sugar) Shochu】

In December 2024, Traditional Japanese Sake Brewing was registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.

Japan produces a wide variety of alcoholic beverages, including sake, beer, wine, whisky, and shochu.
Shochu is typically made from ingredients such as rice, sweet potato, barley, or brown sugar.

Among these, there is a unique distilled spirit called Amami Kokuto Shochu, which is legally permitted to be produced only in the Amami Islands.

Amami Kokuto Shochu is made using brown sugar derived from sugarcane—also used in rum production—combined with rice koji.
There are approximately 23 distilleries across the Amami Islands, each employing its own traditional methods, resulting in a wide variety of rare and distinctive flavor profiles.

Thanks to the use of brown sugar, Amami Kokuto Shochu is known for its smooth, mild, and clean taste, with little harshness.

Products range in alcohol content from 16% to 43%, and can be enjoyed in many ways depending on preference:
straight, diluted with water, with soda, on the rocks, or as a base for cocktails.

【About Amami Ōshima】

I am contacting you from Amami Ōshima, an island located in Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan.
Amami Ōshima lies roughly between Kyushu and Okinawa.

The Amami Islands consist of eight inhabited islands. Among them, Amami Ōshima is the central island, with a population of approximately 60,000 people, including ourselves.

In July 2021, the Amami Islands were officially registered as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site, and the region remains rich in untouched nature and biodiversity.

Note;
-Import quantities are restricted depending on the country or region. Therefore, please note that we are only able to sell one item per order.
-Please note that some countries or regions do not allow the import of alcoholic beverages, and due to licensing agreements, direct sales may not be available in certain areas depending on the product.
-Although we conduct prior research on areas where sales are permitted, please be aware that regulations and restrictions for personal import customs clearance may vary depending on the country or region. We recommend checking with your local DHL Express office before making a purchase.