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TOKYO

Golden Gai Japanese Whisky Experience w/ Female Bartender

Walk through Shinjuku’s famous Golden Gai on this daytime tour led by a whisky connoisseur. Experience tasting rare Japanese whiskies paired with snacks in the cozy atmosphere of a private bar. Great for beginners!

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All-You-Can-Drink Sake Tasting in Shibuya (+30 Bottles)

Join enthusiastic sake experts for a 2-hour unlimited sake tasting in Roppongi. Explore a hand-picked selection of sake from all over Japan, enjoy unique sake appetizers, and learn the history and production processes behind each variety.

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High-Quality Japanese Whisky Tasting in Shibuya

In this whisky tasting in Tokyo’s bustling Shibuya district, sip on 10 varieties of whisky from across Japan while learning about their flavors, history and background from a local whisky expert.

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Guided Sake Tasting in Central Tokyo (Shimbashi)

Sip a drink of Japan’s national beverage — sake! Learn its brewing methods, culture and history from a sake expert while tasting six different varieties in Shimbashi, central Tokyo. Wrap up with a fun tasting quiz. Shochu tastings are also available!

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Kyoto Whisky and Sake Tasting Tour

During this evening tour in Kyoto, stop at an award-winning bar where the bartenders can fix you up a personalized drink, taste seasonal Kyoto delicacies alongside a sake tasting, and enjoy a whisky and chocolate pairing in Pontocho.

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Kagoshima Whisky Tasting and Distillery Tour

Learn about Kagoshima whisky and sip on its finest blends in this tour for whisky lovers. Visit two distilleries, partake in whisky tastings and enjoy lunch overlooking a peaceful Japanese garden. Pick-up and drop-off in Kagoshima City is included.

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Shibuya Walking Tour & Whisky Tasting with a Sommelier

In this whisky tasting led by a Japanese sommelier in Shibuya, experience the wide range of flavor notes and exquisite aromas of Japanese whisky, taste five distinct varieties, and explore the Shibuya Station area guided by a local.

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All I can say is WOW. I took this tour with Ryo and Momo with a colleague and fellow whiskey lover. To say we were impressed is an understatement. The tour of first the shire and then the Golden Gai area was informative and just the right level of detail before diving into the tasting. The tasting was superb, with an amazing selection of superb Japanese Whiskeys complemented by snacks and a light meal. The conversation, knowledge sharing and food and drink all exceeded all our expectations! Thank you Ryo and Momo for the unforgettable memories. Can’t wait to come back on my next trip. I’ll certainly book this tour again!
Erin Mulrooney
April 21, 2025
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Golden Gai Japanese Whisky Experience w/ Female Bartender
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This is a must do for anybody who would like to have an introduction to Japanese whiskey. Shugo, my guide for the whiskey journey, met me at the appointed place and brought me to the whiskey tasting room. He then told me about the origins of Japanese whiskey and how it has developed since. Then we started the tasting with Shugo seeking to get a feel for my particular whiskey taste so that he could select the appropriate Japanese whiskies to try. For me it was a great experience to be able to taste a wide range of Japanese whiskies from throughout Japan to understand the variety of aroma, simplicity or complexity of taste, and lightness or sharpness on the throat. Definitely so very interesting and unique whiskies. We had a good discussion and Shugo has perfect English which made for a very interesting sharing of whiskey experiences.
Gerard Buckley
April 04, 2025
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High-Quality Japanese Whisky Tasting in Shibuya
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An excellent overview of what Sake is and the kinds of Sake available. Highly recommended 👌
Kirsty Thornton
March 03, 2025
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Guided Sake Tasting in Central Tokyo (Shimbashi)
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5/5 amazing tour! From the moment we arrived at the meeting point, to the time we were seen off to the station, we felt so welcomed and cared for. We began with a visit to the local shrine, then were introduced to the world of Golden Gai, with its hundreds of bars packed into winding alleys. After learning the history of the area, we were taken to Ryo’s bar and tried some of the best Japanese whiskies we’ve ever had! The drinks were served with very tasty snacks, as well as details about each pour. Through every step, Ryo and her friends took pictures and chatted with us, giving us a view into life here in Golden Gai. We left feeling like we had made new friends, and would absolutely book again next time we’re in Japan. Thank you, Ryo!
Jasper Puracan
February 19, 2025
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Golden Gai Japanese Whisky Experience w/ Female Bartender
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We had a fantastic time at our tasting thanks to Hayato, the man who led our experience!! He was very knowledgeable and generous with his time, including sharing recommendations for bars and things to do during the rest of our stay. We had a lot of fun learning about the history of Japanese whiskey and experiencing the nuances in taste among the different makers and bottles. Would highly recommend!!!
Rachel Gallegos
February 07, 2025
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High-Quality Japanese Whisky Tasting in Shibuya
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Japanese Whisky Tastings in Japan

One of Japan’s favorite beverages is no doubt Japanese whisky. Enjoyed neat, on the rocks, mizuwari (with water), or as the popular whisky highball, Japanese whisky is a classic beverage enjoyed in izakaya bars, homes, and restaurants across Japan.

After bursting onto the world whisky scene in style, the best Japanese distilleries are now showing the old guard how it’s done. Brands like Miyazaki and Hibiki have started claiming the most prestigious prizes in the industry, and as the prestige of premium Japanese whisky has skyrocketed, so too has the demand — some of the finest bottles are nigh on impossible to get your hands on.

With byFood’s selection of whisky tastings in Japan, you’ll be able to try some of this fantastic Japanese whisky under the guidance of an expert. You can visit the distilleries directly to see how they work their magic, or just enjoy some laidback glasses of the good stuff at a Tokyo whisky bar with like-minded alcohol lovers.

During a Japanese whisky tasting in Japan, you’ll challenge your palate with different varieties of Japanese whisky, possibly even paired with delicious Japanese food. With the guidance of a Japanese whisky expert, you will taste a variety of whisky brands, noting the oaky, malty, spicy, and nutty notes. Learn all about Japanese whisky as you walk through the production steps during a whisky distillery tour or chat with whisky experts as you sniff, swill, and sip from a selection of Japanese whiskies. Many of the world’s most famous and in-demand whiskies are from Japanese distilleries and the World Whiskies Awards have recognized many types of Japanese whisky. Whisky lovers, browse these Japanese whisky tastings in Japan. Don’t miss out on some of the most delicious and high-quality whisky that Japan has to offer.

Whichever you choose, by the end of your Japanese whisky tasting, you’ll see why it’s the newest heavyweight in the world of whisky. Who knows, maybe you’ll even be ditching your go-to bottle of Scotch for a new Nippon favorite!