Satsumaichi Sweet Potato Shochu
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Satsumaichi Sweet Potato Shochu is a sweet potato shochu from Wakamatsu Shuzo in Kagoshima Prefecture (Black koji, 25 % ABV). Crisp finish, depth and sweet-potato aroma; balanced and full-bodied. From ¥565 per 720 ml (as of 30 Sep 2026).
What does it taste like?
Dry ↔ sweet：balanced · Light ↔ rich：full-bodied · Aroma：pronounced · Umami：moderate · Acidity：low
Flavour words
- crisp finish
- depth
- sweet-potato aroma
- floral
Taste is estimated from shop and brewery descriptions and the specs. How our numbers work
Specs
| Type | Sweet potato shochu |
|---|---|
| Koji | Black koji |
| Variety | 黄金千貫 |
| Alcohol | 25 % |
| Sizes | 4000 ml, 2700 ml, 1800 ml, 900 ml and 720 ml |
| Location | Kagoshima Prefecture |
| Maker | Wakamatsu Shuzo |
What food goes with it?
Foods that match Satsumaichi Sweet Potato Shochu (a guide from KIKI’s pairing rules):
- Pork
- Beef
- Oily fish
- Grilled
- Simmered
- Soy & teriyaki
- Rich & fatty
How much does it cost?
The lowest price is ¥565 per 720 ml, the median ¥627 (41 shops with stock, as of 30 Sep 2026).
| Shop | Contents | Price | Per 720 ml | Shipping | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| リカーアイランドYahoo! Shopping | 4 × 2700 ml | ¥8,480 | ¥565 | extra | View shop |
40 more shops and the price history are in the KIKI app.
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Is it good value?
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