News & Updates

2026.03.05 Announcement: Tenkyo Distillery Tour Reopening +

We sincerely appreciate your continued support.
Our distillery tours were temporarily suspended during the winter season to ensure visitor safety. We are pleased to announce that the tours will resume as follows:

■ Tour Reopening Date
Friday, March 20, 2026

Reservations for the distillery tour are now open.
For details and reservations, please visit the page below.
Tenkyo Distillery Tour

After a short winter break, we are delighted to welcome visitors back to the distillery with the arrival of spring.

We look forward to welcoming you.

2026.03.02 Announcement of the Renewal of the Tenkyo Online Shop +

We sincerely appreciate your continued support.
We are pleased to announce that the Tenkyo Online Shop has been renewed and reopened on March 2, 2026, in order to provide a more comfortable and enjoyable shopping experience for our customers.

https://tenkyo-shop.jp

We hope you enjoy shopping at the newly renewed Tenkyo Online Shop.

1970.01.01 Announcement of Silver Award at the World Whiskies Awards 2026 +

We are pleased to announce that KAZE Founder’s Reserve LEGACY has been awarded Silver in the International Blended category at the World Whiskies Awards 2026 (WWA 2026).

This honour is a testament to the continued support and patronage of our customers, to whom we extend our sincere gratitude.

At Tenkyo Distillery, we remain fully committed to the craft of whisky making and will continue to produce whiskies that can be enjoyed by whisky lovers around the world.

We greatly appreciate your ongoing support.


About the World Whiskies Awards (WWA)

The World Whiskies Awards is an international whisky competition organised by Paragraph Publishing (UK), in which whiskies from around the world are judged by an expert panel of industry specialists.

2026.01.22 Notice Regarding the Merger of TENKYO Co., Ltd. and Eisen Sake Brewery Co., Ltd. +

Thank you very much for your continued support of TENKYO and Eisen brand products.

TENKYO Co., Ltd. hereby announces that it will merge with its group company, Eisen Sake Brewery Co., Ltd., effective 1 March 2026.

As a result of this merger, Eisen Sake Brewery Co., Ltd. will be absorbed into TENKYO Co., Ltd. and will cease to exist as a separate legal entity. However, the philosophy of sake brewing and the Eisen brand, which have been carefully cultivated over many years, will be fully inherited and carried forward by TENKYO.


Purpose of the Merger

TENKYO has developed its own expertise and traditions in the production and sale of whisky, while Eisen has done so in the production and sale of sake.
In response to the diversification of consumer preferences, changes in the domestic and international market environment, and the growing need to strengthen sustainable production systems, the purpose of this merger is to integrate the management resources of both companies and establish a more competitive alcoholic beverages business.


Continuation of the Eisen Brand

The sake-brewing techniques, brewery facilities, product lines, and strong ties to the local community that Eisen Sake Brewery has built over many years will continue to be preserved by TENKYO Co., Ltd. following the merger.

After the merger, the Eisen brand will continue to be produced and sold with the same uncompromising commitment to quality, while further enhancing its product value.


Message

TENKYO and Eisen regard this merger not merely as a business integration, but as a challenge aimed at creating new value.

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to the local community, our customers, and our business partners who have supported both companies over the years. Going forward, we will continue to pursue the potential of both sake and whisky, and strive to contribute to the development of regional industries.

We kindly ask for your continued support and patronage.


Contact Information
Administration Department – Aihara
Tel: +81-242-73-2411

2025.12.26 Yukkura Year-end and New Year business announcement +

Thank you very much for your continued patronage.
We would like to inform you of Yukkura’s business hours during the New Year holidays.

■ Last business day of the year
Until 16:00 on Tuesday, December 30, 2025

■ First business day of the new year
Open as usual from Monday, January 5, 2026

Please note that our business hours during the winter season are 10:00–16:00.
We kindly ask that you check the time before visiting us.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
We look forward to your continued patronage.

2025.11.20 Notice of Temporary Winter Suspension of the TENKYO Distillery Tour +

With regard to the Tenkyo Distillery Tour, we have decided to temporarily suspend operations during the winter season, in consideration of snowfall and road conditions and with the safety of our guests as our utmost priority.
Please find the details below.

■ Final tour date of the year
26 December 2025 (Friday)

■ Winter suspension period
January–February 2026

The schedule for tours from March onwards will be announced, once confirmed, on our official website.
While the tours will be on a brief winter recess, we would be grateful if you could look forward to their resumption in the spring.

We remain deeply appreciative of your continued support and valued patronage.

2025.08.01 Notice of the Opening of Reservations for the Tenkyo Distillery Tour +

Thank you very much for your continued and exceptional patronage.

We are pleased to announce that guided tours of the Tenkyo Distillery will commence shortly.
During the tour, guests will be able to observe the whisky production process and our specialised equipment, accompanied by explanations provided by our guide, offering a behind-the-scenes look at our craftsmanship.
The tour also concludes with a tasting session.

Reservations will open from 9:00 a.m. on Friday, 1 August, and tours will begin from Friday, 8 August.

Details and reservations for the distillery tour
https://www.tenkyo.jp/tour/

We sincerely hope that this tour will allow more people to experience the unique charm of Tenkyo Distillery.
We very much look forward to welcoming you.

2025.07.04 Notice: Launch of KAZE Founder’s Reserve LEGACY +

Thank you very much for your continued patronage.

We are pleased to announce that KAZE Founder’s Reserve LEGACY will be available for purchase starting at 10:00 AM on Sunday, July 6, at both the YUKKURA Online Shop and the YUKKURA retail store.
We invite you to take this opportunity to enjoy this special bottle, created in accordance with the founder’s desire to share something truly exceptional.

Product Overview
・Volume: 700ml
・Price: ¥7,500 (¥8,250 including tax)

A 200ml size will also be available exclusively at YUKKURA retail stores.
Perfect for casual tasting or as a gift, this smaller bottle offers a more accessible way to experience KAZE.

We sincerely appreciate your continued support and look forward to serving you.

2025.07.01 Notice of Temporary Closure of Yukkura +

Thank you for your continued patronage.

Please be advised that the Yukkura store will be temporarily closed during the following period due to interior renovations:

Temporary Closure Period:
Wednesday, July 2 – Thursday, July 3, 2025

We will resume normal business operations on Friday, July 4.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and sincerely appreciate your understanding.

2025.03.19 【Eisen】Winner of the Gold Medal in the Junmai-shu category at the 2025 Fukushima Prefecture Spring Competition! +

Eishiro’ Junmai Daiginjo from Eisen Sake Co., Ltd. was awarded the Gold Prize in the Junmai-shu category of the 2025 Fukushima Prefecture Spring Competition.

We would like to express our sincere thanks to all our loyal customers.

We look forward to your continued patronage in the future.

2024.12.24 Yukkura Year-end and New Year business announcement +

Thank you very much for your continued support and patronage.
We would like to inform you about Yukkura’s business operations during the year-end and New Year holidays.

We will be open until December 30th (Monday) this year.
Please note that we will be open until 12:30 on Friday, December 27th due to equipment maintenance.

We will resume business as usual from January 4th (Saturday) for the beginning of the year.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
Thank you for your continued patronage.

2024.11.06 [Eisen] Platinum and Bronze Awards at the Singapore Sake Challenge 2024! +

Thank you very much for your continued support and patronage.

We are thrilled to announce that Eisen Shuzo has been recognized at the Singapore Sake Challenge 2024, held in October 2024, with the following awards:

UMESAKE 8nen Jukusei: Singapore Supreme Award / Platinum Award

Junmai Daiginjo Eishiro: Singapore Supreme Award / Bronze Award

The “Singapore Supreme Award” is a prestigious honor presented to labels that not only received awards in the previous year’s Singapore Sake Challenge but have also achieved distinction again this year, marking consecutive recognition of excellence.

This achievement is thanks to the unwavering support of our valued customers. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all of you.

We look forward to your continued support and appreciation of our products.

Links for Further Information:

Singapore Sake Challenge Official Website

Results Announcement

UMESAKE 8nen Jukusei – Yukkura Online Shop

https://yukkura.jp/?mode=cate&cbid=2928885&csid=1

Eishiro Brand – Yukkura Online Shop

https://yukkura.jp/?mode=grp&gid=3013930

2024.09.26 Thank You for the Complete Sell-Out of Blended Whiskey “KAZE” Founder’s Selection 2024 (700ml) +

Thank you very much for your continued support and patronage.

We are pleased to announce that the Blended Whiskey “KAZE” Founder’s Selection 2024 (700ml) has sold out at both the Yukkura retail store and the Yukkura Online Shop due to overwhelming demand.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all customers who purchased this product.

We look forward to your continued support in the future.

2024.09.19 Notice: Sale of Blended Whiskey “KAZE” Founder’s Selection 2024 +

Starting at 1:00 PM on Saturday, September 21st, the Blended Whiskey “KAZE” Founder’s Selection 2024 will be available for purchase at both the Yukkura Online Shop and the Yukkura retail store. Please note that purchases are limited to one bottle per person.

Product Details:

Product Name: Blended Whiskey “KAZE” Founder’s Selection 2024

Volume: 700ml

Price: 14,080 yen (tax included)

About the Yukkura Online Shop

Although the online shop is currently unavailable, it is scheduled to reopen at 12:00 PM on September 21st. To purchase whiskey through the online shop, customers must register as members. Please complete your membership registration after 12:00 PM on the same day.

Yukkura Online Shop: My Account Registration Link

https://yukkura.jp/secure/?mode=myaccount_login&shop_id=PA01004968

About the Yukkura Retail Store

To avoid congestion, numbered tickets will be distributed starting at 10:00 AM at the Yukkura retail store. A total of 150 bottles will be available for purchase. Sales will conclude once the limited quantity has been sold.

2024.09.06 [Eisen] Gold Prize Awarded in the 2024 Fukushima Prefecture Autumn Sake Appraisal for the Junmai Category! +

We are pleased to announce that Eikawa Shuzo’s Junmai Daiginjo Eishiro has been awarded the Gold Prize in the Junmai category of the 2024 Fukushima Prefecture Autumn Sake Appraisal.

This achievement would not have been possible without the continued support and patronage of our valued customers. We extend our deepest gratitude to all of you.

We look forward to your continued support and appreciation of our products in the future.