Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. and its agricultural subsidiary, JAL Agriport Co., Ltd., have announced a historic milestone: for the first time, Japan Airlines has received recognition at one of the world’s three most prestigious liquor competitions. The company’s authentic sweet potato distilled spirit, Tsurusora PREMIUM, produced in collaboration with Kitaya Co., Ltd., captured the highest gold award in the spirits category at the International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC) 2025.

Founded in 1969 and based in the United Kingdom, the IWSC is one of the most respected liquor competitions globally, drawing more than 12,000 entries from over 90 countries each year. Its stringent judging standards and international reputation make this recognition an extraordinary achievement for Japan Airlines and its agricultural ventures.