Sakurao Brewery and Distillery

Operating Chugoku
Years Active 1918 – present
Region Chugoku
Country Japan
Japanese Name 桜尾醸造蒸留所(中国醸造)
Prefecture Hiroshima
Status Operating
Owner Corporate (Chugoku Jozo)
Water Source Miyajima-area spring water (soft-medium)
Rice Varieties Yamadanishiki; Hattannishiki
Toji School Hiroshima
Production Size Large
Key Brands Sakurao Gin; Ichidai Miso; Daruma Masamune; Togouchi Whisky
Famous Brands Junmai Ginjo; Junmai; Honjozo; Gin; Whisky
Website sakurao-brewery.com/
Coordinates 34.353, 132.328

About Sakurao Brewery and Distillery

Originally Chugoku Jozo, rebranded to Sakurao Brewery and Distillery. Now famous for Sakurao Gin and Togouchi Whisky alongside sake. Located near Miyajima (Itsukushima). A pioneer in craft spirits in western Japan.