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- English
Other tours in Japan often pour whisky that is simply imported from Scotland and rebottled. As a dedicated insider working in the industry since 2011, I will show you exactly who makes authentic Japanese whisky right here in Japan and where to hunt down the best bottles during your trip.
My background includes running my own speakeasy and curating a personal collection that once surpassed 5,000 bottles, giving me the experience to guide you through a truly rare lineup you cannot find on a standard menu.
To ensure your journey continues after our tasting, you will also leave with a special parting gift featuring my personal map of the best local whisky spots to visit next.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The tasting is held inside a Speakeasy above "Bar C Shell" on the 2nd floor (up the stairs, left side door). Please, come right in. The closest train stations to arrive from are Yotsuya-Sanchome Station 四谷三丁目駅, Akebonobashi Station 曙橋駅, and Yotsuya Station 四ツ谷駅.
What to expect
Foundational tastings from legendary producers like Suntory and Nikka to establish the classic Japanese flavor profile and proper tasting techniques.
Journey into liquid history with rare vintages from the 1960s to 1980s and lost "ghost" distilleries like Karuizawa.
Taste a super-premium, long-aged "Collector's Dram" that provides a once-in-a-lifetime pour unavailable on standard public menus.
Indulge in drams from the modern craft boom, featuring a flight from Ichiro’s Malt and the new wave of third-generation Japanese distillers.
An educational deep-dive to master authenticity, covering how to spot fake export labels, the influence of Mizunara oak and terroir, and the impact of the 2024 whisky laws.
Exclusive parting gifts including my handmade maps and local guides to help you continue your whisky journey in Tokyo.
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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