Tokyo Shibuya Premium Japanese Whisky Tour - Taste 8 Types Including Yamazaki, Hakushu & Hibiki

Compare Japanese Whiskies at Expert Shops & Local Bars

Begin your evening tour in Shibuya with a local guide, embarking on a journey to discover Japanese whisky. Unlike typical bar crawls, this tour visits two expert whisky shops and one local whisky bar, where you'll sample a total of eight different whiskies.

At the first expert whisky shop, start your tasting with Single Malt Scotch, which influenced the development of Japanese whisky. Then, savor two regional whiskies from small Japanese distilleries, comparing how the Scotch whisky-making tradition has evolved and transformed in Japan.

The second stop is a whisky bar frequented by locals. Sit at the counter and taste two distinct Japanese Single Malts side-by-side. You'll directly compare how much the aroma and flavor can differ based on the distillery and production method, even within Japanese whisky.

Conclude the tour by comparing Yamazaki, Hakushu, & Hibiki

Finally, visit an expert shop specializing in a wide range of vintage and discontinued Japanese whiskies. Here, you'll compare and taste Japan's representative whiskies – Yamazaki, Hakushu, and Hibiki – with explanations from your guide.

Slowly compare the rich and deep Yamazaki, the refreshing and subtly smoky Hakushu, and the harmonious blend of Hibiki, appreciating each of their unique characteristics.

Throughout the tasting, your guide will share insights into the origins and development of Japanese whisky, the characteristics of major distilleries, and stories behind vintage and discontinued bottles. The tour's greatest appeal lies in understanding the background and differences of each whisky, rather than just drinking various types.