In a large pot filled with ginger and rich brown sugar from Hateruma Island, our ginger syrup is slowly simmered.
Add sparkling water to create a ginger lemonade, mix it with beer or soy milk. Pour it over ice cream, spread it on bread, or use it as a condiment, enjoy it however you like!
Our natural ingredients are grown under the sunny and beautiful Okinawa sky.
Additive-free, preservative-free, and vegan-friendly syrup.
Our brown sugar is rich and aromatic, and our ginger is spicy, evoking a calm and ancestral flavor.
In 1998, Yuki opened a small bar on Ishigaki Island. Wanting to offer delicious cocktails and pancakes, she began making syrups with local ingredients.
At first, Yuki gave her early creations to her regular customers who got a cold or feeling under the weather. It was through this turn of events that her ginger syrup was born.
To cope with the intense heat of Ishigaki Island’s climate, the island’s ancestors devised and introduced many health-promoting products.
Among them is rich brown sugar—only the brown sugar from Hateruma Island is used in our products.
We also use natural ingredients such as ginger (in summer, we use ginger from Kōchi, a prefecture located in the south of Shikoku Island), lemongrass, and red chili peppers from Ishigaki Island.
Our products contain no additives or preservatives.
- Ginger
- Ginger has long been considered a powerful ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine.
We carefully wash the ginger from Ishigaki Island (with the skin on).
Gingerol in ginger (especially in skin) helps increase body temperatures. (In summer, we use ginger from Kōchi, a prefecture located in the south of Shikoku Island.)
- Brown Sugar
- We use only brown sugar from Hateruma Island, the southernmost point of Japan.
The brown sugar from this island is rich and aromatic, and full of minerals.
In Okinawa, when people feel tired or sweat a lot, snacking on this sugar to provides a nutritious boost.
- Lemongrass
- It is gentle and refreshing, and its lemon-like scent has a soothing effect.
- Red Chili Pepper
- Chili peppers contain a large amount of capsaicin, which increases metabolism. It is an ideal partner for supporting good health.
- Lemon
- Locally grown Meyer lemon adds a fresh and tangy flavor.
- Mint
- Apple mint adds mellow and sweet aroma of apple. The refreshing scent of mint is soothing to your body and mind.
- Salt from Ishigaki Island®
- Only seawater from Ishigaki Island is used in its production. Vapor dehydrated at low temperature, our sea salt has a mild and gentle flavor.
In order to bring out natural characteristics of high-quality ingredients from the island, we keep our production method simple and natural.
Our focus is to create simply “Delicious” products!
Each product is carefully handcrafted, full of the islands’ natural goodness. Our passion is to bring joy to your taste buds.
There is an Okinawa dialect called “Nuchigusui” which means a medicine of life. We use this word to describe delicious foods, drinks, kindness of people etc. that give you happiness and encouragement. We hope to create “Nuchigusui” through our ginger syrup.
Okinawa Ginger Syrup Co., Ltd. creates products from Ishigaki Island, Okinawa, with the heartfelt desire to “spread a circle of smiles around the world.”
We believe that each choice we make every day can have a positive impact not only on our own health, but also on society and the environment.
- - Health Begins with Food -
I once suffered from chronic fatigue caused by poor circulation and anemia, often leaving me bedridden. By revising my diet and continuing to drink ginger syrup I made myself, my body temperature rose by one degree, my circulation improved, and my health transformed. For over 20 years, I have enjoyed a vibrant, healthy life.
This personal experience convinced me that “true health begins with food.” That is why I am committed to creating products harnessing the natural power of ginger and herbs, offering people an experience that nurtures beauty and vitality from within. Through sustainable sourcing and thoughtful product design, we provide choices that lead to a healthier future.
- - The Spirit of Yui -
At “Happiness Lab Herb Plus,” which I produce, we use ginger and herbs from Ishigaki Island to craft herbal teas that support modern people facing stress and health concerns. By utilizing local resources, we also create jobs and value for the community. Inspired by Okinawa’s traditional spirit of Yui—the bond of mutual support—we aim to connect people and share Okinawa’s rich natural ingredients with the world.
- - Our Mission -
Our mission is to craft each bottle with carefully selected, health-supporting ingredients that bring radiance to both body and mind. We strive to spread the cycle of “Smiles = Health = Happiness” across the globe.
We do not measure success by profit alone. True success lies in enabling people to live healthier, happier lives and in creating positive change in society.
Through Okinawa’s natural blessings, we are proud to deliver ginger syrup that brings not only great taste but also health and smiles—expanding a circle of happiness throughout the world.
Yuki’s Brown Sugar Ginger SyrupMade with rich ginger and brown sugar from Hateruma Island. Our classic and standard syrup.
Yuki’s Salty Lemon Ginger SyrupA citrusy ginger syrup with the refreshing tartness of juicy island lemons.
Yuki’s Spicy Ginger SyrupMade with island’s chili pepper called Pipaatsu. Our factory chief’s finest creation.
Nigori Brown Sugar Ginger Syrup from Ishigaki IslandOur premium ginger syrup. It has a stronger ginger flavor with a thicker texture. Awarded the Certificate of Excellence for Outstanding Local Specialty Products.
Gift Box for 2 BottlesTropical Botanical Design
Gift Box for 3 BottlesTraditional Okinawan Bingata Design
Yuki’s Pineapple Ginger JamA new taste sensation combining the tangy flavor of Ishigaki Island pineapple with the crisp texture of fresh ginger.
Shimaneko DECO’s Happy TreatsAdditive-free cat jerky made with delicious tuna from Ishigaki Island.
Our retail store sells our syrups and other original products. Please feel free to stop by our store to taste our syrups or just to get some information about the island!
[ SHOP OPENING HOURS ] 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Closed on Sundays
TEL：+81-(0)980-88-8638
Address：74 Tonoshiro, Ishigaki, 907-0004 Okinawa Japan
www.ishigaki-ginger.com
Banana PancakesThe aroma of grilled banana on a fluffy pancake. It’s a truly blissful moment.
With avocado or dragon fruitStart your day well by enjoying an energizing drink rich in plant fibers!
Ginger Soy Milk and Ice CreamDeliciously exquisite, even when substituting the ice cream with yogurt! It’s a quicker and easier recipe!
Miso SoupThe standard Japanese condiment: miso or soy sauce. The syrup magically removes some of the fishy smells and enhances umami.
Spiced Mulled WineWarms your body and gives you a pleasant sleep.
Roast Chicken SpaghettiCrispy and juicy roast chicken. Simple spaghetti yet like a professional chef.
Ginger InfusionThe power of a wild herb is a medicine for life. This philosophy comes from the local Okinawa word “Nuchigusui.” It is an Okinawan way of life centered on well-being and relaxation for personal health. This drink will make you feel a warmth inside while offering many medicinal benefits.