Miyazaki Prefecture

KIRISHIMA GREENSHIP icoia, a new facility created in collaboration between Kirishima Shuzo and Starbucks, will open on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.

"Kate-ri," a popular shop in Shiiba Village, Miyazaki Prefecture, has released a new butter sandwich called "Burnt Butter Sandwich (Ten no Kokuin Shikomi)," made with "Ten no Kokuin" craft whiskey from Sato Shochu Distillery, a long-established brewery in Nobeoka City, Miyazaki Prefecture. The rich aroma and deep flavor...

Starbucks Coffee Japan and Kirishima Sake Brewery have opened a collaborative facility scheduled to open in the spring of 2026. Designed by Kengo Kuma, the facility will feature a serene space that emphasizes coexistence with the local community and environment and makes use of bamboo. The glass-walled botanical garden will include coffee trees, sweet potatoes...

Teikoku Databank has announced the top 50 shochu manufacturers by sales for 2023. Topping the list for the 12th consecutive year is Miyazaki Prefecture's Kirishima Shuzo. Second place is Oita Prefecture's Sanwa Shurui, and third place is also Oita Prefecture's Nikaido Shuzo. Click here for more information:

"Tege Tan" delves into viewers' concerns and questions by delving into the everyday happenings and daily happenings of Miyazaki. This time, we'll be looking at Miyazaki's famous shochu. Outside of the prefecture, 25% shochu is the norm, but why is 20% shochu available in Miyazaki? Read more here ↓↓↓...