A whisky-focused trip to Japan, known for its exceptional whisky production which has gained worldwide recognition in recent years.
Combining visits to some of the best whisky bars and distilleries in Japan from North in Sapporo to South in Hiroshima, while passing through Tokyo or Kyoto is the itinerary we offer for a unforgettable 10-day journey.
All you have to do is book your plane tickets and we take care of the rest!
Accommodation, transportation, visits of the distilleries of your choice and the best whisky bars to discover rarities, ranging from one to three weeks, we prepare a tailor-made trip in time, places to visit and the number of participants.
Itinerary for 10 days trip
Day 1: Arrival in Tokyo
* Get settled in your accommodations and spend the day exploring Tokyo's vibrant atmosphere.
* Visit some notable whisky bars in Tokyo, such as The Mash Tun Tokyo and Bar Zoetrope known for their extensive whisky collections.
* Have a dinner at exclusive restaurant and whisky tasting at Bar Sowaka in fancy district of Ginza
Day 2: Kyoto
* Start the day by visiting the Yamazaki Distillery near Kyoto, which is the birthplace of Japanese whisky.
* Spend the rest of the day exploring the cultural wonders of Kyoto, such as temples, gardens, and historic sites.
* In the evening, visit whisky bars like Bar F, Vault, or K6 Spirit.
Day 3: Osaka
* Travel to Osaka and visit the Yamazaki Whisky Museum, which showcases the history and craftsmanship of Japanese whisky.
* Enjoy a whisky tasting session and learn about the different styles and flavors of Japanese whiskies.
* Explore Osaka's vibrant nightlife scene, where you can find whisky bars like The Whisky Bar Yamazaki, Bar Old Fashioned, or Bar Nayuta
Day 4: Hiroshima
* Take a day trip to Hiroshima and visit the Chugoku Jozo Distillery, known for producing the award-winning Togouchi whisky.
* Take a tour of the distillery and learn about their unique blending techniques.
* Return to Osaka in the evening and explore more whisky bars like The Three Rivers, Bar Freedom, or Bar Tailor.
Day 5: Nagoya
* Travel to Nagoya and visit the Yamazaki Mizunara Cask Experience, where you can participate in a workshop to create your own whisky blend using Mizunara casks.
* Explore Nagoya's whisky bars, such as Bar Touch, Bar Times, or Whisky House Trump.
Day 6: Chichibu
* Start the day with a guided tour to learn about the whisky production process and the craftsmanship behind Chichibu whiskies. Enjoy a tasting session and purchase some rare bottles as a souvenir.
* Take a trip to Mitsumine Shrine, nestled in the mountains of Chichibu. This sacred Shinto shrine offers stunning views of the surrounding forests and is known for its mystical atmosphere. Take a hike to the summit for panoramic vistas, or simply enjoy the serene surroundings.
Day 7: Sendai
* Head south to the Miyagi Prefecture and visit the Miyagikyo Distillery, another renowned distillery under the Nikka Whisky brand. Take a tour and immerse yourself in the flavors of their whisky production.
* Explore whisky bars in Sendai, such as Bar Nectar and Bar Scotland, and savor a variety of Japanese whiskies.
Day 8: Sapporo
* Trip to Sapporo, the capital of Hokkaido, and visit the Yoichi Distillery, famous for its Nikka whiskies.
* Take a guided tour of the distillery and enjoy tastings of their single malt whiskies.
* Discover Sapporo's whisky bars like as Bar Kitakaro, Bar Benfiddich, and Bar Yamazaki Sapporo
Day 9: Sapporo and Tokyo
* Spend the morning exploring Sapporo's sights, including the Sapporo Beer Museum and Odori Park.
* Fly back to Tokyo in the afternoon and visit whisky bars you might have missed earlier or revisit your favorites.
Day 10: Departure from Tokyo
* Use your last day in Japan to do some shopping in Tokyo in places we know where you can find rare and reasonably priced whisky bottles in Tokyo and explore other attractions before departing.
Details for quote
The Tours are obviously totally customizable if you want to spend more time in a certain region or to include visits or special requests important to you. Visits are organized all year long and can be accommodated for some special events (whisky festival, sport events, family reunion for wedding for instance).
We can also focus the trip with other activities in parallel of distilleries visits: Skiing, hiking, beaches ...
All trips are made in Shinkansen (bullet trains) and by plane. A rental of a mini van may also be considered on certain routes.
Do not hesitate to contact us for more information on certain dates at contact@route-du-whisky-japonais.fr
Attention due to special requests that must be made upstream for some distilleries usually not open to the public and some reservations for popular distilleries to be made 6 months in advance, we ask for a period of 6 months minimum before the departure date for prepare your trip.
