iichiko

iichiko is Japan’s leading barley shochu brand, produced by Sanwa Shurui in Oita Prefecture. Since its launch in 1979, Iichiko has become a household name, celebrated for its clean flavour and approachable style, playing a key role in popularising mugi (barley) shochu across Japan. The range emphasises purity, craftsmanship, and accessibility, using high-quality ingredients, traditional Honkaku distillation methods, and soft volcanic spring water. With its reputation for quality, iichiko has grown beyond Japan to become a global ambassador for shochu, appealing to both traditional drinkers and modern bartenders.

iichiko is Japan’s leading barley shochu brand, produced by Sanwa Shurui in Oita Prefecture. Since its launch in 1979, Iichiko has become a household name, celebrated for its clean flavour and approachable style, playing a key role in popularising mugi (barley) shochu across Japan. The range emphasises purity, craftsmanship, and accessibility, using high-quality ingredients, traditional Honkaku distillation methods, and soft volcanic spring water. With its reputation for quality, iichiko has grown beyond Japan to become a global ambassador for shochu, appealing to both traditional drinkers and modern bartenders.