Lottery factory tour (With winning ticket)
Enjoy beautiful Mt Fuji at Lake Kawaguchi and learn how whiskies are made at Suntory Hakushu Distillery. Discover the perfect blend of nature, culture, and gastronomy on this exclusive day trip from Tokyo.
・You can taste ‘Single Malt Whisky Hakushu’, rare ‘Malt Whisky Original’ and ‘Hakushu Forest Fragrant Highball’. ・You can purchase Hakushu whisky exclusively for factory tour participants. ・You can take home a ‘Hakushu Original Tasting Glass’. ・At the tasting lounge, visitors can choose three of their favorite whiskies from approximately 25 limited editions, including Suntory Whisky Hakushu and Yamazaki 25year old. ・You can buy exclusive Hakushu Distillery whisky (up to one per person) ・The museum offers a model of the history and production process of whisky. ・You can discover your favorite items in the gift shop at the Hakushu Distillery ・Visit the Outdoor Museum Saiko Iyashi no Sato ・Tasty lunch at a local restaurant
Discover the perfect blend of nature, culture, and gastronomy on this exclusive day trip from Tokyo.
Our first destination (the order of visits may be changed due to operational reasons) will be Oishi Park, a famous scenic spot on Mt. Fuji, a beautiful mountain rising from Lake Kawaguchi. Mt. Fuji is also attractive with seasonal flowers, and you can enjoy souvenir shops and refreshments.
Next, immerse yourself in the traditional Japanese village atmosphere at the Saiko Iyashi no Sato Outdoor Museum. Wander through the reconstructed thatched-roof houses and learn about the local history and culture.
After this visit, you will enjoy your lunch (if you have included the meal plan) at a Japanese style restaurant. Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions or allergies when you book.
The highlight of the tour is Whisky Distillery Tour at Suntory Hakushu Distillery for 90minutes Introducing the dedication of craftsmenship and production process to produce a variety of distinctive whiskies at Hakushu Distillery. Tours are conducted by Japanese speaking guide staff by Suntory(English auido guide is available). This tour provides a full wide range to enjoy whisky.
・Visitors can see the production site where Single Malt Whisky Hakushu is created and experience with all five senses the aromas and temperatures that can only be felt there. ・During the tasting, enjoy ‘Single Malt Whisky Hakushu’, rare ‘Malt Whisky Original’ and ‘Hakushu Forest Fragrant Highball’. ・After the tour, you can take home a ‘Hakushu Original Tasting Glass’. ・An audio guide application (free of charge) is available to provide an audio guide of the production process. (English, Spanish, Korean and Chinese translations) Please install the app on your smartphone before visiting the exhibition.
To download the app, click here. →App Store https://apps.apple.com/us/app/factorytour-audio-guide/id1447089208 Link to external site
To download the app, click here. →Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.evixar.suntoryfactorytour&pli=1 Link to external site
※If the weather is bad or too humid, Mount Fuji might be not clearly visible or totally covered. Kindly understand that we do not provide any refund in this case. (The tour will not be canceled and no refund will be given for this reason.).
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Tour Information From TOKYO Number of Days 1Day Means of transportation BUS Meals LUNCH 1 Minimum number of passengers to operate 10~ Number of GUIDES: 1
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https://www.his-j.com/company/yakkan/boshu_j_2009.pdf
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https://www.his-j.com/company/yakkan
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・The result of the lottery for the factory tour will be known two months before the tour date. (If you have booked dates that have not been drawn we will email you to inform you that you can change your booking to the winning date). ・Depending on weather conditions (such as high humidity, heavy rain, fog), Mt. Fuji may not be visible. ・Please note that no refunds will be given for weather-related complaints or changes to the tour schedule made by the tour guide or any of our staff. ・If the minimum number of participants (8) is not reached, the tour will not take place that day. ・Persons under 20 years of age are not permitted to take part in this tour.
・Please note that whisky may not be available for purchase depending on the date and time of your visit and the course of your visit, as whisky stocks are fluid. Please understand this in advance. ・Even if you are able to purchase whisky, you must be 20 years of age or older to purchase one bottle per person per day. ・When purchasing, you may be asked to show identification to verify your age and identity. ・Please note that if your identity cannot be confirmed, you may be asked to present a photo ID. If you do not follow the above rules, we may refuse to sell you whisky.