Nichinan City, in southern Miyazaki Prefecture, is a lush, green area blessed with abundant unspoiled nature. It is also home to forests of Obisugi cedar, renowned as some of Japan’s finest forests.
High-quality spring water flows from beneath these cedar forests. This water has been selected as one of the 21 Excellent Waters of Miyazaki and is used to make Obisugi, a sweet potato shochu produced by Inoue Sake Brewery.
Obisugi is stored and aged in the brewery’s specially designed ceramic vats. The far-infrared effects of the ceramic, together with substances such as manganese and iron contained in the pottery, contribute to the maturation process.
This careful aging helps reduce the distinctive strong character often associated with sweet potato shochu. The result is a soft, light-bodied drink with a refreshing aroma and flavor. Its gentle taste makes it an appealing choice for those who prefer a smoother style of shochu.