Satsuma Shima-Bijin Shochu

Satsuma Shima-Bijin is a highly regarded traditional Japanese distilled spirit, specifically a sweet potato shochu. It is produced by Nagashima Kenkou Co., Ltd., which is a unique cooperative venture established in 1967 by five distinct distilleries located on Nagashima Island in Kagoshima Prefecture.

The brand name 'Shima-Bijin' translates to 'The Beauty of the Island,' intended to symbolize a spirit that is long loved and cherished by the island community. The manufacturing process centers on the rich volcanic soil of Kagoshima, using locally grown sweet potatoes ('kogane sengan') and traditional white koji. This specific 900ml paper pack version is a common format in Japan, offering a 25% alcohol content for convenient household consumption.

Ownership remains strictly local to the Kagoshima region through the Nagashima Kenkou cooperative, ensuring that the traditional methods and regional identity of the shochu are preserved for future generations.