House of ITO

House of ITO stands as a beacon of Japanese whisky craftsmanship, where tradition meets innovation. Its story is one of heritage, purity, and dedication — with each bottle carrying the spirit of Ito’s natural beauty and the artisans who perfect it.

hope, renewal, and national pride

resilience, determination, and grace

These icons represent the soul of House of ITO; a balance of stillness and strength, rooted in Japanese philosophy.

Heritage Timeline

The House of Ito traces its roots back to Yamato Syuzou, founded in 1821—the first to produce a single malt whisky in Kumamoto Prefecture and the first to ever produce a rice whisky—a rarity, even in Japan. For generations, their philosophy has been very simple, but extraordinarily ambitious, “To craft spirits of such extraordinary character that they bring joy to life.”

Craftsmanship Process

Every drop of whisky is made using pristine underground water from the Aso mountain range. Using proprietary fermentation and distillation practices, our products are aged in white oak barrels, resulting in complexity, smoothness, and depth.