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Zuisen Distillery

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Zuisen Distillery

Traditional flavors preserved for more than 130 years.

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During the Ryukyu Kingdom era, awamori production was permitted only in three districts known collectively as the “Shuri Sanka” to preserve its tradition and quality, and production was strictly controlled by the government. Zuisen Distillery is a long-established distillery located in Sakiyama-cho, one of the three districts, and has continued to preserve its traditional flavors since its founding in 1887 (Meiji 20).

The name Zuisen comes from a clear spring that flows beside Zuisenmon Gate at Shuri Castle. Its carefully crafted awamori and aged awamori, made using techniques passed down through generations, have received high acclaim at renowned liquor competitions in Japan and abroad.

Usaki is a rare awamori made by successfully fermenting a strain of black koji mold used before World War II that was miraculously rediscovered. In addition to popular products such as the vintage aged awamori Omoro, the distillery also offers a wide selection of liqueurs made with Okinawan specialties.

Free distillery tours are also available, including comparative tastings of aged awamori and samples of liqueurs. Even those new to awamori can easily discover its appeal.

Highlights

  • A long-established distillery founded in 1887 (Meiji 20).
  • Usaki, a renowned awamori made by fermenting a miraculously rediscovered strain of black koji mold used before World War II.
  • Take a distillery tour and compare different varieties of aged awamori.

Photos

  • Located near Shuri Castle, the distillery welcomes many visitors from Japan and abroad

    Located near Shuri Castle, the distillery welcomes many visitors from Japan and abroad

  • Usaki combines a fruity, sweet aroma with a rich flavor

    Usaki combines a fruity, sweet aroma with a rich flavor

  • Rows of earthenware jars in the aged awamori cellar

    Rows of earthenware jars in the aged awamori cellar

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

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Is gift wrapping available?
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Yes.

Q

If I earn points, can I use them immediately?
A

We do not have a rewards points program.

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Can I take purchased awamori onto an airplane?
A

Alcoholic beverages with an alcohol content of more than 24% but no more than 70% may be carried on or checked in, up to 5 liters per person.

Reviews

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    This distillery is tucked away in a residential area. They offer free tours and tastings, so it's a nice place to stop by if you're in the area.

Details

Name in Japanese
瑞泉酒造
Postal Code
903-0814
Address
1-35 Shurisakiyama-cho, Naha, Okinawa
Phone
098-884-1968
Closed on
Sundays, national holidays, the New Year holidays, and other designated days
Hours
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (reception closes at 4:30 p.m.)
Access
10-minute walk from Shuri Station on the Okinawa Urban Monorail
Credit Cards
Accepted
Official website
Official website (Japanese)
Hokkaido Tohoku Kanto Chubu Hokuriku Kansai Chugoku Shikoku Kyushu Okinawa