Gatsun Gold G3

Posted on May 16, 2021 | Last updated February 4, 2025

Kobe Kyoritsu Gatsun Gold G3
The representative of domestic chemical-flavored energy drinks, "Gatsun Gold G3," is a low-priced energy drink manufactured by Tominaga Trading, known for producing Survivor Energy Drink.

The previous version, G2, did not have the "energy drink" label, so it wasn’t covered. However, with the third installment, Gatsun Gold G3, the label has been added, marking the product's renewal as an energy drink.

Gatsun Gold G3

Manufacturer	Tominaga
Country of Origin	Japan
Price	60 JPY
Flavor	Japanese vitamin sour drink、Chemicals
Total rating	★★★☆☆

Author information Author: Energy Drink-kun

In 2001, while living in the United States, I encountered energy drinks through the dance scene and was deeply impressed. After returning to Japan, I found that energy drinks were considered novelty beverages, so I established a comprehensive website in 2013 to share the true appeal of energy drinks. As an energy drink enthusiast, I began drinking them seriously again, collecting over 7,000 varieties of energy drinks from various countries. I am also active as a critic and expert, receiving media interviews.

Flavor of Traditional Japanese Nutrient Carbonated Drinks

Gatsun Gold G3
When you take a sip, it has a sweet, chemical flavor reminiscent of traditional Japanese carbonated nutritional drinks.

Unlike the strong scents, acidity, and sweetness that linger with energy drink classics like Red Bull or Monster Energy, Gatsun Gold leans more toward the taste of Decavita C or Oronamin C, similar to Real Gold's sweet flavor.

A slight chemical aftertaste remains, gently passing through the nose. With a 185ml serving, it’s so light you’ll finish it quickly like a shot. Given this taste and aroma, I think a 350ml can would be too much to finish, so 185ml seems just the right amount.

Energy Ingredients of Gatsun Gold G3

Kobe Kyoritsu Gatsun Gold G3
Contains 37mg of caffeine, 19mg of arginine, 9mg of ginseng, and 0.56mg of royal jelly. For a 185ml drink, these amounts seem reasonable.

Design of Gatsun Gold G3

The red and gold color scheme is reminiscent of Real Gold.
Kobe Kyoritsu Gatsun Gold G3
Both are released in mini cans, and the product name includes “Gold,” so there’s a clear influence. By the way, Real Gold doesn't contain caffeine.

The gold stripes are designed in two shades, and with the black stripes on the energy ingredient label and the black energy drink label at the bottom of the can, the overall design feels tightly structured.
Gatsun Gold G3
The "G3" likely refers to both the "G" of Gatsun Gold and the fact that it contains "3 types" of energy ingredients: royal jelly, arginine, and ginseng. It may also symbolize "Gatsun Gold Generation 3."

Gatsun Gold G3
The slogan for Gatsun Gold is "Full power, let’s go with a punch!"

Since the G3 version, the design has greatly improved, with no hint of cringe-worthy elements. It delivers the nostalgic taste of traditional Japanese carbonated nutritional drinks, and its drinkable size and low price point make it a well-balanced product overall.