MINT

Experience of mint in Kitami,
the holy land for the world No.1 share in the past

MINT

Experience of mint in Kitami,
the holy land for the world No.1 share in the past

The mint industry that used to be the best 

in the world

Kitami’s mint industry used to account for 70% of the world’s share, which was the best in the world. Under the harsh situation after cultivation, it became the foundation of Kitami’s wealth. Please learn the history and culture of the mint industry that achieved a worldwide reputation. 

The mint industry that used to be the best in the world

Kitami’s mint industry used to account for 70% of the world’s share, which was the best in the world. Under the harsh situation after cultivation, it became the foundation of Kitami’s wealth. Please learn the history and culture of the mint industry that achieved a worldwide reputation. 

Progress of Kitami and mint

Mint production began in 1902 (Meiji 35), and the industry has been a foundation of today’s Kitami. Kitami’s mint was dried longer than other mint products overseas, so we could produce mint oil with excellent quality. It was loved to be used for various uses, such as food, medicine and other goods. 

Progress of Kitami and mint

Mint production began in 1902 (Meiji 35), and the industry has been a foundation of today’s Kitami. Kitami’s mint was dried longer than other mint products overseas, so we could produce mint oil with excellent quality. It was loved to be used for various uses, such as food, medicine and other goods. 

Stam distillation of mint

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In Kitami Mint Distillation Building, they give a demonstration of steam distillation to take oil from the Mint leaves. ‘Mint Oil’ extracted from Kitami’s mint is absolutely a scarce product. Please feel Kitami’s mint oil which used to be the world’s No.1.  

Stam distillation of mint

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In Kitami Mint Distillation Building, they give a demonstration of steam distillation to take oil from the Mint leaves. ‘Mint Oil’ extracted from Kitami’s mint is absolutely a scarce product. Please feel Kitami’s mint oil which used to be the world’s No.1.  

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Experience of making aroma cream made with Kitami mint

Using mint oil extracted from Kitami Mint, you can experience in making your original aroma cream to mix your favorite flavor. 

Experience of making aroma cream made with Kitami mint

Using mint oil extracted from Kitami Mint, you can experience in making your original aroma cream to mix your favorite flavor. 

Have a drink with mint at night

Please enjoy drinks Kitami mint is used in.

Have a drink with mint at night

Please enjoy drinks Kitami mint is used in.