Sengetsu Shuzo
Sengetsu Shuzo (Hitoyoshi, Kumamoto) is a place to visit for shochu. Booking: Check the official site. Guidance in English: Check the official site. Fee: Free.
A distillery in Hitoyoshi, Kumamoto, the home of Kuma shochu. You can see the process and taste.
Sengetsu Shuzo head office, Hitoyoshi, Kumamoto
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- Location
- Hitoyoshi, Kumamoto
- Address
- 熊本県人吉市新町1番地
- Booking
- Check the official site
- Guidance in English
- Check the official site
- Fee
- Free
Good to know
- You can visit from one person. A guided tour of about 15 minutes is followed by a tasting.
- 9:00–17:00 (last admission 16:30). Open every day of the year.
- Groups of 20 or more are asked to contact the distillery in advance.
- For whether to reserve, the official site gives a phone number and a form to ask.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book a visit to Sengetsu Shuzo?
We could not confirm whether a reservation is needed. Please check the official site.
Is guidance in English available at Sengetsu Shuzo?
We have not confirmed whether guidance in English is available. Please check the official site.
How much does a visit to Sengetsu Shuzo cost?
Fee: Free.
Can I take part in a tasting if I'm driving?
The legal drinking age in Japan is 20. If you are driving you cannot taste. Use public transport or a taxi, or let someone who is not drinking drive.
Information sources
Information checked against official sources, such as the facility's website.
Checked 2026-10-26
Sources
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