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Natural Water Sanctuary Osaka Shimamoto

Our Natural Water Sanctuary Osaka Shimamoto is located in the water-source conservation area of the Yamazaki Distillery. To develop this forest, we are conducting surveys, research, and maintenance together with experts from various fields.

The characteristics of our Natural Water Sanctuary Osaka Shimamoto and Suntory's efforts there will be updated in due course.

Agreement start date: December 2012

Area: About 353 ha

Applicable plant: Yamazaki Distillery

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Products Related to Natural Water Sanctuary Osaka Shimamoto

The Yamazaki Whisky uses high-quality groundwater nurtured in the mountains where our Natural Water Sanctuary Osaka Shimamoto and Natural Water Sanctuary Tennozan are located. Groundwater, filtered deep beneath the mountains, creates a bold and vibrant taste.

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Sanctuary Details

Natural Water Sanctuary Osaka Shimamoto

Location: Shakudai / Osawa / Yamazaki, Shimamoto Town, Mishima District, Osaka Prefecture

Area: About 353 ha

Agreement start date: December 2012 (sanctuary has gradually expanded since then)

Agreement period: 30 years

Agreement on forest management and stewardship was signed with the Osaka Pref. Forest Owners Association and Shimamoto Town (Mishima District, Osaka Prefecture).

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As a global leader in the beverage industry, Suntory Group aims to inspire the brilliance of life, by creating rich experiences for people, in harmony with nature. Sustained by the gifts of nature and water, the Group offers a uniquely diverse portfolio of products, from award-winning Japanese whiskies Yamazaki and Hibiki, iconic American whiskies Jim Beam and Maker's Mark, canned ready-to-drink -196 (minus one-nine-six), The Premium Malt's beer, Japanese wine Tomi, and the world-famous Château Lagrange. Its brand collection also includes non-alcoholic favorites Orangina, Lucozade, Oasis, BOSS coffee, Suntory Tennensui water, TEA+ Oolong Tea, and V energy drink, as well as popular health and wellness product Sesamin EX.
Founded as a family-owned business in 1899 in Osaka, Japan, Suntory Group has grown into a global company operating throughout the Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia and Oceania, with an annual revenue (excluding excise taxes) of $20.3 billion in 2024. Its 41,357 employees worldwide draw upon the unique blend of Japanese artisanship and global tastes to explore new product categories and markets.
For more information, visit www.suntory.com and Drink Smart.

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About Suntory Group

As a global leader in the beverage industry, Suntory Group aims to inspire the brilliance of life, by creating rich experiences for people, in harmony with nature. Sustained by the gifts of nature and water, the Group offers a uniquely diverse portfolio of products, from award-winning Japanese whiskies Yamazaki and Hibiki, iconic American whiskies Jim Beam and Maker's Mark, canned ready-to-drink -196 (minus one-nine-six), The Premium Malt's beer, Japanese wine Tomi, and the world-famous Château Lagrange. Its brand collection also includes non-alcoholic favorites Orangina, Lucozade, Oasis, BOSS coffee, Suntory Tennensui water, TEA+ Oolong Tea, and V energy drink, as well as popular health and wellness product Sesamin EX.
Founded as a family-owned business in 1899 in Osaka, Japan, Suntory Group has grown into a global company operating throughout the Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia and Oceania, with an annual revenue (excluding excise taxes) of $20.3 billion in 2024. Its 41,357 employees worldwide draw upon the unique blend of Japanese artisanship and global tastes to explore new product categories and markets.
For more information, visit www.suntory.com and Drink Smart.