Kagoshima

Kagoshima Breweries

In the warm climate of southern Kyushu, Kagoshima uses aquifer water from Sakurajima to brew a lightly sweet sake with a soft, mellow character. Local rice Saigo and other varieties produce a subtly aromatic style that is easy to enjoy. Pairs well with Satsuma-age (fried fish cake), braised Kagoshima black pork, and Satsuma-jiru miso soup.

Kagoshima sake uses Sakurajima aquifer water in a warm southern climate, producing a lightly sweet style with soft, mellow character.

3 breweries

FAQ: Kagoshima

How many sake breweries are in Kagoshima?

There are 3 sake breweries in Kagoshima.

Which is the oldest sake brewery in Kagoshima?

The oldest sake brewery in Kagoshima is 西酒造 (founded 1845).

What are the characteristics of sake from Kagoshima?

In the warm climate of southern Kyushu, Kagoshima uses aquifer water from Sakurajima to brew a lightly sweet sake with a soft, mellow character. Local rice Saigo and other varieties produce a subtly aromatic style that is easy to enjoy. Pairs well with Satsuma-age (fried fish cake), braised Kagoshima black pork, and Satsuma-jiru miso soup.