Tenpai Co, Ltd. (株式会社天盃)

Founded in 1898 in Fukuoka, Tenpai Distillery is a pioneer that created Japan’s first 100% barley shochu (using barley even for the koji). Their signature approach blends sake-brewing traditions, such as "Yellow Koji" and "Kimoto" fermentation, with a unique "double atmospheric distillation" in their proprietary pot stills. Their flagship brands, "Tenpai" and the "Craftsman Tada" series, are celebrated for their rich barley aroma and profound umami. Designed as the ultimate food-pairing spirits, Tenpai’s shochu has earned high acclaim both in Japan and internationally.