White Oak Distillery: History, Owner and Facts and FAQ
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White Oak distillery in Akashi, Hyogo Prefecture, belongs to Eigashima Shuzo, a sake brewery with more than a century of history. The distillery has been in operation since 1984 and is best known for its Akashi single malt.
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White Oak at a glance
Distillery fact | Verified detail |
|---|---|
Distillery | White Oak |
Country / region | Hyogo, Japan |
Owner / producer | Eigashima Shuzo |
History | White Oak has been in operation since 1984. It released its first single malt in late 2007, under the Akashi label. |
Whisky identity | The Akashi whisky brand at Eigashima Shuzo |
Visiting | Check the current official visiting arrangements before travelling. |
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Where is White Oak distillery?
In Akashi, a city in Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. Eigashima Shuzo's head office is at 919 Nishijima, Okubo, Akashi City, Hyogo 674-0065.
At a glance
Owner: Eigashima Shuzo Co., Ltd., led by representative Akito Ueda
In operation: since 1984
Brands: Akashi single malt, and Kasuri single malt
Other businesses: sake, shochu and wine, including a winery in Hakushu, Yamanashi
History
White Oak has been in operation since 1984. It released its first single malt in late 2007, under the Akashi label. Eigashima Shuzo describes itself as an old, classic company in Akashi with history and tradition, and presents whisky as part of a range alongside sake.
Recent releases
Akashi single malt was renewed on 1 June 2026, according to the company news page
A new single malt line, Kasuri (written with the characters 香掬 on the Japanese site), launched two products on 13 May 2025
A limited release called Nihon Damashii was added to the product information on 27 May 2026
Visiting
Eigashima Shuzo runs tours by reservation that take in the whisky distillery, the sake brewery, a museum and the nearby seaside. The company's office hours are 9am to 5pm, closed on Saturdays, Sundays and national holidays. Tour dates, prices and booking details were not on the pages we read, so check with the company.
Official website: Eigashima Shuzo.
Frequently asked questions
Where is White Oak distillery?
In Akashi, Hyogo Prefecture.
Who runs White Oak?
Eigashima Shuzo.
What is its single malt label?
Akashi, first released in late 2007. The label was renewed in June 2026.
Can you visit?
Eigashima Shuzo offers reservation only tours of its whisky distillery and sake brewery. Check the company site for current details.
Sources and gaps
Facts in this post come from the official Eigashima Shuzo site (read 20 October 2026) and
Gaps: stills, capacity, ABVs, tour prices and the Kasuri name romanisation were not confirmed. The Eigashima whisky product pages were not opened. Whisky Clan does not publish tasting notes in its distillery profiles.
What makes White Oak distinctive?
The Akashi whisky brand at Eigashima Shuzo.
White Oak whisky bottles and releases
Bottle / expression | Age | ABV | Documented producer expression |
|---|---|---|---|
Akashi Single Malt | Check label | Check label | Documented expression; batch and availability vary |
Akashi Blended Whisky | Check label | Check label | Documented expression; batch and availability vary |
Akashi Single Malt Sherry Cask | Check label | Check label | Documented expression; batch and availability vary |
Producer and release sources document these expressions. Historical bottles may be out of production or unavailable. Bottled sourced or blended whiskey is not always entirely distilled at this site.
The table records named expressions, not live stock. Bottle strength and cask treatment can vary by market and release. Always consult the producer.
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Frequently asked questions about White Oak
Where is White Oak based?
Hyogo, Japan.
Who owns White Oak?
Eigashima Shuzo.
What is notable about White Oak?
The Akashi whisky brand at Eigashima Shuzo.
Which bottles does White Oak have?
Akashi Single Malt, Akashi Blended Whisky. Releases and availability change.
Can you visit White Oak?
Check the distillery's official visitor or tour information before making travel plans.
Sources and editorial checks
The original history, references and research remain in this guide. Whisky range and visitor information may change.
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