Introducing a day tour to the Suntory Yamazaki Distillery, located in Yamazaki, near Osaka and Kyoto.
Suntory Yamazaki Distillery is the first whiskey distillery in Japan, established in 1923, and is a place that symbolizes the history of Japanese whiskey. It is located in the Yamazaki area between Kyoto and Osaka, and the clear water and unpredictable climate conditions unique to this area play an important role in creating a unique whiskey flavor. Yamazaki Whiskey Museum, Tasting Lounge (paid), and even The Suntory Premium Malts factory! Experience Suntory's whiskey and beer all in one day.
A mecca for whiskey lovers
Suntory Yamazaki Distillery
Suntory Yamazaki Distillery is the home of single malt whiskey, producing a variety of whiskeys recognized worldwide. Yamazaki single malt in particular is loved by whiskey lovers for its smooth flavor and deep aroma, so if you love whiskey, don't miss the opportunity to taste it!
* This tour does not include the distillery tour. You will visit the Yamazaki Whisky Museum, Tasting Lounge (tasting fee applies), shop, and souvenir shop.
Suntory The Premium Malts Factory
After finishing the tour of the Suntory Whiskey Distillery, we will introduce you to the Suntory The Premium Malts Factory, which is about a 15-minute walk away. Here, you can take a tour to see the beer production process, taste three types of beer, and visit the souvenir shop to buy gifts. Experience The Premium Malts, which boasts a cleaner taste using Kyoto's clean water!
* Beers offered for tasting are The Premium Malts, The Premium Malts Master Dream, and The Premium Malts Master Dream (Hakushu Aged 2025).
* Types may change without notice.
Meeting Point:
JR Yamazaki Station
Nishitani Oyamazaki, Otokuni District, Kyoto 618-0071, Japan
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Meeting time:
11:20 am
Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the meeting time and follow the instructions of KTIC (Kyoto Tourist Information Center) staff.
Nishitani Oyamazaki, Otokuni District, Kyoto 618-0071, Japan