Kagoshima is Japan's imo-jochu (sweet potato shochu) capital — the warm, volcanic climate perfectly suits shochu production using sweet potatoes. Rice-based sake is extremely rare here, with only a handful of breweries active. For sake lovers, Kagoshima represents a fascinating edge case where Japan's traditional drink meets its most exotic regional equivalent.
Kagoshima's famous black pig with rich sake
Premium beef with earthy, warming sake
Classic southern Japan fishcake with crisp sake
