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Asahikawa Industry Creation Plaza Supports Takasago Shuzo Co., Ltd. in Liqueur Development

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Published Apr 13, 2026 6:58 PM ・ Updated Jun 15, 2026 1:20 AM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Asahikawa Industry Creation Plaza provided support for liqueur development and component analysis to Takasago Shuzo Co., Ltd.
In response to declining sake demand, Takasago Shuzo established a new liqueur-exclusive bottling line in October 2025 and launched three new liqueurs: Yuzu-shu, Lemon-shu, and Shiso Umeshu (developed jointly with Enbetsu-cho, Hokkaido).
Asahikawa Industry Creation Plaza is a Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry-certified support organization for SMEs and sole proprietors in Northern Hokkaido.

Asahikawa Industry Creation Plaza provided support for liqueur development and component analysis to Takasago Shuzo Co., Ltd. In response to declining sake demand, Takasago Shuzo established a new liqueur-exclusive bottling line in October 2025 and launched three new liqueurs: Yuzu-shu, Lemon-shu, and Shiso Umeshu (developed jointly with Enbetsu-cho, Hokkaido). Asahikawa Industry Creation Plaza is a Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry-certified support organization for SMEs and sole proprietors in Northern Hokkaido.

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Published: Apr 13, 2026

Asahikawa Industry Creation Plaza provided support to Takasago Shuzo Co., Ltd. for the development of new liqueurs and general component analysis, aiming to revitalize local industries. Asahikawa Industry Creation Plaza, a general incorporated foundation, is a Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry-certified management innovation support organization that assists small and medium-sized enterprises and sole proprietors in the Kamikawa, Rumoi, and Soya regions of Northern Hokkaido in creating 'monozukuri' (manufacturing) and 'services'.

Takasago Shuzo Co., Ltd. introduced three new liqueurs: 500mL Yuzu-shu, 500mL Lemon-shu, and 720mL Shiso Umeshu. The Shiso Umeshu was developed in collaboration with Enbetsu-cho, Hokkaido. Facing a continuous decline in sake demand since its peak in 1973, Takasago Shuzo established a new 'liqueur-exclusive bottling line' in October 2025 to expand its product offerings beyond traditional sake fans. The company plans to continue developing unique liqueurs using Hokkaido's specialty products and fruits.

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FAQ

What kind of support did Asahikawa Industry Creation Plaza offer to Takasago Shuzo Co., Ltd.?

Asahikawa Industry Creation Plaza provided support for the development of new liqueurs and conducted general component analysis for Takasago Shuzo Co., Ltd.

What are the three new liqueurs introduced by Takasago Shuzo Co., Ltd. with the support of the plaza?

The three new liqueurs introduced are 500mL Yuzu-shu, 500mL Lemon-shu, and 720mL Shiso Umeshu.

In which regions does Asahikawa Industry Creation Plaza provide support to businesses?

Asahikawa Industry Creation Plaza provides support to small and medium-sized enterprises and sole proprietors in the Kamikawa, Rumoi, and Soya regions of Northern Hokkaido.

What was the primary motivation for Takasago Shuzo Co., Ltd. to establish a new liqueur-exclusive bottling line?

The company established a new liqueur-exclusive bottling line to expand its product offerings beyond traditional sake fans due to a continuous decline in sake demand since its peak in 1973.

What is the future plan of Takasago Shuzo Co., Ltd. regarding liqueur development?

Takasago Shuzo Co., Ltd. plans to continue developing unique liqueurs by utilizing Hokkaido's specialty products and fruits.

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