【Private Only】
Invitation to Japanese Whisky: Exclusive Tasting Time
【Private Only】 Invitation to Japanese Whisky: Exclusive Tasting Time
Summary
Enjoy a private Japanese whisky tour! An expert guide will introduce you to the classic and popular whisky. Explore Japanese whisky culture and enjoy the fun and deliciousness together.
Price
Private Only
35,000 JPY / 1 person (Up to 6 people)
* For solo participants, the price is 70,000 yen per person.
Duration
1.5h (16:00 - 17:30)
Meeting Point (Map)
Sanjo Station. Google Maps " Statue of Takayama Hikokuro"
Number of People
Up to 6 people
Private Tour
・Price for private reservations for 5 or more people = price per person
・Maximum number of people for private reservations
Including
- Welcome cocktail: Japanese Whisky Highball (Let’s make it together!)
- Japanese whisky tasting (5–10 glasses)
- Snacks
- Other drinks available
Snacks:Enjoy special snacks that pair perfectly with whisky.
Other drinks available: Gin and other non-whisky options are available.
Itinerary
📍 Meeting Point & Start
After meeting at the designated meeting point, we will walk together to a local bar located about 5 minutes away.
Along the way, your guide will give a brief explanation of some Kyoto sights.
📍 Welcome cocktail
Upon arriving at the bar, we’ll start by making a Japanese whisky highball together and enjoy a toast.
📍Japanese whisky tasting
Take your time and enjoy the flavors of Japanese whisky at a relaxed pace.
The guide and the bartender will work together to offer a selection of whiskies tailored to your preferences.
📍 After the Tour
Tour Features
The world of Japanese whisky expands from the standard brands
Deepen your knowledge with explanations and enjoy tastings of various whiskies and drinks, as well as food pairings.
Your Own Personalized Japanese Whisky Journey
This tour is designed as a deeply personal encounter with Japanese whisky. Guided by experts and shaped by your preferences, it offers a refined, intimate, and unforgettable tasting experience—crafted exclusively for you.
Convenient and Guided by a Kyoto Local Expert
Held at a centrally located Kyoto bar, this whisky tasting fits perfectly between sightseeing and dinner. Your local guide, a whisky enthusiast and Kyoto expert, also shares insider tips on nearby dining and attractions.
Comments from the planner
I’m a professional guide — not a bartender — but I love whisky so much that I ended up creating this tour anyway. I’ve tasted whiskies from all over the world, yet Japanese whisky is still my favorite. I’m not big on heavily peated, smoky whiskies, so the smooth, delicate, and beautifully aromatic style of many Japanese whiskies really speaks to me. Of course, Japan also produces wonderfully smoky expressions, which shows just how wide and fascinating the range truly is.
In recent years, micro-distilleries have been popping up all across Japan, adding even more depth to the whisky scene. Japanese whisky is now famous worldwide, but I believe there are still plenty of incredible bottles that can only be enjoyed here in Japan.
The more you learn, the deeper and more fun the world of Japanese whisky becomes — and I’d love to explore it with you. This tour is basically my personal passion project, and I’m the only one on the team who guides it.
Kenji
Representative, Japan Exploration Tours JIN
Private & Small Group Tours Just for You!
We are available for private tours and tour arrangements! We welcome small groups such as families and groups of friends!
FAQ
I enjoy whisky, but my companion doesn’t drink much. Can we still join the tour together?
Yes, absolutely — you are very welcome.
Your companion can enjoy other alcoholic drinks or soft drinks instead of whisky. A lighter option such as a whisky highball or whisky cocktail may also be easier to enjoy. If your companion drinks very little, we can use that portion of the budget to increase or upgrade your own whisky tasting experience.
I have children under 20 years old. Can they join the tour?
People under 20 years old are not allowed to drink alcohol in Japan but anyone can enter bars when accompanied by an adult.
For Under 20years old
・Free for children aged 0-3.
・4-19 years old: 3,000 JPY – includes 1 soft drink and snack.
Are there any whiskies that can only be enjoyed in Japan?
Yes. Some of Japanese whiskies are not exported and can only be found domestically. The bar used for this tour also carries discontinued bottles and old vintages, allowing us to offer rare and hard-to-find whiskies based on your personal preferences.
I would like to buy a bottle of Japanese whisky.
That’s a great idea. While the bar itself does not sell bottles, your guide will be happy to recommend trusted liquor shops where you can purchase Japanese whisky.