The Buna No Mori Plant for natural mineral water started production on March 26. Constructed and managed by Suntory Group company Suntory Natural Water Products Limited (Headquarters: Tokyo), the plant is located in the Okudaisen area of Tottori Prefecture.
The site represents a new base of production in Western Japan for Suntory's growing mineral water business. "Suntory Natural Mineral Water (Okudaisen)" is produced under strict hygienic conditions using advanced equipment and production techniques as a natural, safe, and refreshing water product. Integrated processing at this plant includes production of PET plastic bottles, filling and packaging, and quality control. Under the corporate slogan of "Water for Life, Suntory," the plant has adopted a range of eco-friendly practices in harmony with the local community and natural environment.
Exceptionally pure mineral water from the rich natural environment of the Okudaisen area is used for "Suntory Natural Mineral Water (Okudaisen)." This clean-tasting water has a hardness rating of 20, and it can be enjoyed as-is or in recipes or mixed drinks.
The corporate philosophy of "resonating with people and nature" is upheld at this plant through strict practices for efficient use of water and energy. The Buna No Mori Plant is designed as an eco-friendly facility, and using power from clean energy sources and participating in local forest conservation demonstrates this commitment.
Since Suntory Natural Mineral Water was introduced, it has maintained a firm position as the market leader in the growing mineral water market. Now that the Buna No Mori plant in Okudaisen is operational, the water joins "Southern Alps" and "Aso" varieties as the third in this product line, ensuring a stable supply of Suntory Natural Mineral Water.
| Location | Kohfu Town, Hino-gun, Tottori Prefecture |
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| Area | Approximately 270,000 m² |
| Annual production capacity | 15 million cases (estimated) |
| Product | Suntory Tennensui Natural Mineral Water (Okudaisen) |
| Employees | Approximately 70 |
| Investment | Approximately 7.5 billion yen |
