Distillery Tour Recommended Tour Ranking

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According to Activity Japan editorial department's own ranking, Carefully selected from all over Japan Introducing whiskey distillery tours To do.

Let's go on a unique journey to discover the mystery of alcohol!

Whiskey Distillery Tour Recommended Ranking: 1st place: Suntory Yamazaki Distillery/Osaka/Kansai

" Suntory Yamazaki Distillery ” is Suntory whisky, and by extension First domestically produced whiskey produced A historic distillery known for its is.
Japanese whiskey Big name "Yamazaki" We produce domestic Suntory whiskey from the unblended stage, including .

The facility is Osaka and Kyoto Located in the Yamazaki area on the prefectural border, the nearest JR Tokaido Main Line/Yamazaki Station From 10 minutes walk In moderation.
At Yamazaki Station, You can arrive within 30 minutes from either Osaka or Kyoto. Therefore, access is convenient.
You can stop by on your way to Osaka or Kyoto.

Below, Two tours you can participate in at “Suntory Yamazaki Distillery” Introducing To do!

Free tour

attached to the distillery. Yamazaki Whiskey Hall "of, No guided tour & free tour (reservation required) can.

Inside Yamazaki Whiskey Hall, Exhibits about the history of Suntory whiskey and the Yamazaki brand In addition to Thousands of unprocessed sake and whiskey bottles are lined up. bottle library ” and other highlights. !

Paid tasting counter If you use , you can find rare Yamazaki brands, Approximately 30 types of unprocessed sake/whiskey You can taste and compare Yo.

Inside the counter Huge pot still (equipment used for distillation) is set up, along with whiskey bottles lined up in rows. Possibility to take stylish commemorative photos is!

Yamazaki Distillery Tour

guided in, Paid tour to see the manufacturing process of single malt whiskey "Yamazaki" is.

After receiving a lecture on background knowledge about whiskey production, we moved on to the tour. Even whiskey beginners can participate with confidence. Yo.

especially used a huge machine Big scale manufacturing process or, Atmosphere of a warehouse lined with fragrant barrels Must check is!

tasting time for, Single malt whiskey “Yamazaki” Of course, using Yamazaki Highball , unique to Yamazaki Distillery. rare unprocessed sake You can sample them!

As a souvenir, Limited edition “ Yamazaki original tasting glass ” also comes with Therefore, it is perfect for making memories of your Kansai trip.

Whiskey Distillery Tour Recommended Ranking 2nd place: Nikka Whiskey Yoichi Distillery/Hokkaido

" Nikka Whiskey Yoichi Distillery ” is on par with Suntory The distillery where Nikka Whiskey, the master of Japanese whiskey, produced its first whiskey. is.
A popular brand named after its founder, Taketsuru Pure Malt ” and “ named after the distillery. single malt yoichi ” etc.

Home to Yoichi Distillery Hokkaido ・ Yoichi area In addition to whiskey, Popular tourist destination famous for wine and orchards !
Sapporo or Otaru from Accessible for a day trip So you can stop by while traveling in the same area.

At "Nikka Whiskey Yoichi Distillery", Free guided tour and Paid seminar can participate in .
Below we will introduce the features and highlights of each!

Free guided tour

If you make a reservation in advance, Free guided tour lasting approximately 70 minutes You can participate.

Start near the main gate of the distillery and tour each building. See the whiskey manufacturing process & sample Nikka brand whiskey Can is.

If the timing is right, Burning coal to heat the pot still do" Coal-fired distillation ” I can do it.

The last place to visit tasting hall ”, where you can purchase whiskey limited to Yoichi Distillery. distillery shop ”, where you can enjoy Nikka whiskey's roots and Scottish cuisine. RITA's KITCHEN ” is attached.
Please stop by after the guided tour!

Paid events/seminars

At Nikka Whiskey Yoichi Distillery, You can learn more about whiskey Paid events and seminars is being held.

Single Malt Yoichi Key Malt Tasting Seminar

Feel free to participate If you do, " Single Malt Yoichi Key Malt Tasting Seminar ” is especially recommended. is.

After the distillery tour, Single malt "Yoichi" In addition, it is the core of blended whiskey (whisky made by blending multiple whiskies) Tasting 3 types of key malt spirits can.

Platinum VIP Tour

whiskey tasting together with Tour the buildings of the historic Yoichi Distillery If you do, Not open to the public Tour of the “Private Guest Room” and “Former Taketsuru Residence” can" Platinum VIP Tour ” is the best.

After the tour, enjoy some snacks provided by the restaurant. Tasting of 4 types of whiskey including limited edition brands and seminar by instructor You can enjoy it.

My Blend Seminar Yoichi (held only from October to March)

If you want a more manic experience, try “ My Blend Seminar Yoichi ” is the best!

me too Factory tour After that, Yoichi brand key malt Sample several types of unprocessed sake and whisky, including “Yoichi Peaty & Salty” and “Yoichi Sherry & Sweet” .
At the end Create your own original blended whiskey with your favorite combination can do .

The completed original whiskey is You can take it home in a 180ml bottle. Yo!
Why not try your hand at creating your own top quality whiskey blend as a souvenir or Hokkaido souvenir?

[Hokkaido/Otaru/Yoichi] - A tipsy day - Visiting wineries, sake breweries, and distilleries in Otaru/Yoichi ♪

Wan Wan Taxi

Otaru, Kiroro, Shakotan

65,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

Wine, sake, and whiskey. Nostalgic Otaru/Yoichi has a variety of delicious local drinks! It's a day filled with joy as you visit sake breweries and breweries. Otaru and Yoichi have many wineries that take advantage of their favorable climate. This course combines tours of wineries, long-established sake breweries, and beer breweries, allowing you to enjoy drinking all day long. Driving is

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[Hokkaido/Otaru/Yoichi] Day trip taxi plan Nostalgic Otaru and popular Nikka Yoichi factory tour

Wan Wan Taxi

Otaru, Kiroro, Shakotan

65,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

Otaru/Yoichi is a cityscape that gives you a sense of nostalgia. Lively and nostalgic. A day to explore the history that has been woven. We also support the winter events “Yuki Monogatari” and “Yukiakari no Michi”. Please feel free to contact us. ●Schedule example 09:00 Departure from Sapporo city We will pick you up from your desired location. ↓10:00 Shukutsu Panorama Observatory (Otaru)

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Whiskey Distillery Tour Recommended Ranking 3rd place: Kirin Distillery Fuji Gotemba Distillery/Shizuoka/Tokai

" Kirin Distillery Fuji Gotemba Distillery "teeth, Kirin Distillery will celebrate 50 years of operation in 2023 (Reiwa 5) is.
At the same distillery, Kirin Whiskey's flagship " Kirin Japanese Whiskey Fuji ”, as well as the brand “ At the foot of Mt. Fuji, barrel aged unprocessed sake 50% ” was being manufactured.

There is a distillery Shizuoka ・ Gotemba area northwest of.
Nearest station: JR Gotemba Station Although it is far from the city, when visiting Operates from the station free shuttle bus You can use it.

Fuji Gotemba Distillery Tour

guided You can tour the facilities inside the distillery at .
6 pot stills (stills) and wooden vat fermenters You can see up close the huge manufacturing equipment that is actually used.

After the factory tour tasting So, " Kirin Single Grain Whiskey Fuji "and" Kirin Whiskey Riku You can sample two types of is.

If you do not drink alcohol, Kirin brand non-alcoholic drinks and soft drinks will be provided. So, Safe even for those who have to drive on their way home You can participate by doing so.

Whiskey distillery tour recommended ranking 4th place: Mars Shinshu Distillery/Nagano/Koshinetsu

" Mars Shinshu Distillery ” manufactures and sells various alcoholic beverages. " Honbo Sake Brewery ” whiskey brand “ mars whiskey ” production base is.

Mars brand standard whiskey TWIN ALPS ” and “ named after the mountain that rises in front of the distillery. Komagatake We manufacture various brands such as ``.

The distillery is located in Nagano ・ Komagane City located north of Miyata village . It is far from the Komagane city center.
When visiting the factory, nearest station JR Komagane Station ,or JR Miyata Station from take a taxi is recommended is.

Mars Shinshu Distillery Tour

inside the distillery Using the tour path, Tour the pot stills, fermentation tanks, etc. can.

preparation is done Late August to late June of the following year In the period up to You can actually see the whiskey production site is.

tasting time focuses on whiskey, whose lineup changes depending on the season. Sample 3 types of your favorite sake from 20 to 30 types can Yo!

Whiskey distillery tour recommended ranking 5th place: Suntory Hakushu Distillery/Yamanashi/Koshinetsu

" Suntory Hakushu Distillery "teeth, Suntory distillery will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2023 (Reiwa 5) is.
" Yamazaki ”, one of the most popular Suntory whiskey brands “ Hakushu We mainly manufacture various brands.

Reopening from October 2, 2023 (Monday) There is a visitor center, a rare whiskey tasting lounge, and a gift shop with carefully selected products. central house ”, Bird Sanctuary “ bird sanctuary "others, Restaurants are also scheduled to open in due course. .

On the premises, You can learn the secret story of the birth of the Hakushu brand and various trivia about whisky. whiskey museum ” is also included. It has been done.

especially Impressive huge distillation equipment is a must-see!
Whiskey packed in barrels sleeps huge storage So, Experience the wood used in the barrels and the aroma of aged whiskey with your whole body. can.

Hakushu Distillery is located in Yamanashi northwest of Japan, close to the prefectural border with Nagano. Hakushu Town Shimabara Area .
Nearest JR Kobuchizawa Station From, Approximately 15 minutes by taxi In moderation.
Free shuttle bus operating from October to December If you use Approximately 20 minutes You can arrive in about a minute.

Free venue tour

There is no observation of the manufacturing process. but," whiskey museum In addition to being able to take a leisurely tour of Tasting lounge available for a fee , Special gift shop Such, Easy free plan that you can enjoy freely according to your purpose is.

Hakushu Distillery Manufacturing Tour

" Single malt whiskey Hakushu A tour where you can see the manufacturing site where "" is created and experience the scent and temperature with all five senses. .

At the tasting, Single malt whiskey Hakushu ” and rare “ malt whiskey whiskey ”, “ Hakushu Mori Highball In addition to enjoying After the tour, Hakushu original tasting glass ” to take home as a souvenir. can.

Hakushu Distillery Manufacturing Tour Premium

"Single Malt Whiskey Hakushu" is born like a regular tour Tour the manufacturing site In addition to being able to Exclusive tasting inside the production area and cellar, only available on the "Premium" tour through, A tour where you can thoroughly learn about the craftsmanship and natural environment unique to Hakushu Distillery. .

At the tasting, Hakushu 12 years ” and rare “ malt whiskey whiskey ” and more, and after the tour, " Hakushu original tasting glass "and" glass holder ” to take home as a souvenir. can.

Let's go on a distillery tour!

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Within Japan, There are many attractive whiskey distilleries that I couldn't introduce enough. there is!

Please use this special feature as a springboard to visit various distilleries.

*The contents of this article are current as of November 2023.

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