Distillery Hop
Discover the native spirit of Amami
The Amami Archipelago is the only region in Japan where kokuto shochu, the native spirit of the Amami Islands, is produced. Unique, rare, and full of character, discover this exceptional drink made nowhere else in the world. On this tour, visit up to 3 distilleries to learn about their fascinating production techniques, history, and, of course, taste the spirits. You’ll also visit one or two bottle shops, where you can purchase bottles and souvenirs. A delicious Japanese lunch is included before the tastings.
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Highlights
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Distillery Tours: discover Amami’s exclusive kokuto shochu, a native spirit unique to the region​
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Visit 2-3 Local Distilleries: learn about the production techniques, history, and enjoy tasting the spirits
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Private: enjoy an intimate, personalized experience tailored to your preferences
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Door-to-Door: Convenient, comfortable transport from your accommodation for a hassle-free experience
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Local Lunch: dine at a delicous local eatery
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Pricing: Please get in touch for a custom quote.
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Prices incluide guide fee, transportation, entrance to all distilleries, tasting, tax, and insurance.
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Minimum of two people per booking. Bookings of three or more people get a discount.
Children under 16 get 50% off when booking with two adults.
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Important
Alcohol tasting: under Japanese law, persons under the age of 2o cannot participate in alcohol tasting. At least one adult over the age of 20 must accompany persons under the age of 16.
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