Masataka Taketsuru
Masataka Taketsuru (1894-1979) is widely regarded as the father of Japanese whisky, having studied distillation techniques in Scotland before returning to Japan to establish the country’s first malt whisky operation. He founded Nikka Whisky in 1934, where his innovative spirit and commitment to quality helped lay the groundwork for Japan's burgeoning whisky industry. His legacy continues to influence whisky production at the Yoichi distillery, where his preserved home stands as a testament to his contributions.
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Masataka Taketsuru founded the first whisky distillery in Yoichi, Japan.
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Masataka Taketsuru is celebrated in his homeland as the father of Japanese whisky.
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