Takahashi Shuzo is the #1 SELLING BRAND of RICE SHOCHU in Japan. Rice Shochu is a distilled rice spirit made from 100% rice, which has been enjoyed in Japan for more than 400 years. Founded in 1900, we have been producing Rice Shochu for over 120 years in the Hitoyoshi-Kuma region located in the southmost part of Kumamoto prefecture in Japan. Our company motto is " The finest rice, clear water, good craftsmanship." The finest rice means rice which is the staple food for the Japanese. Clear water means the clear water flow in the river named Kuma River, which flows through the Hitoyoshi-Kuma region. And good craftsmanship means skillful craftsmen that are not only skillful but also keep the traditional method of production of Rice Shochu. By adhering to these important points, we have been producing the finest Rice Shochu. We sincerely hope that our quality Rice Shochu will be enjoyed around the world someday.