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The Japanese are master distillers. With homegrown products such as sake, as well as some of the world’s finest malt whiskies, Japan has some of the most exquisite tipples in Asia. The perfect place to get acquainted with Japan’s affinity for whisky is the Yamazaki Distillery near Kyoto. The oldest distillery in the country, founded in 1923, offers (exclusive and difficult to arrange) immersive tours which provide guests the chance to learn about the history and production process of Yamazaki whisky, as well as taste some of the distillery's products. Also near Kyoto, the Ki No Bi Gin Distillery is regarded as the source of some of Japan’s best craft gin. Here you can learn about the spices, herbs, and Sansho peppers that define Japanese gin. A more archetypical Japanese distillery experience can be had in Nara, which is home to the 200-year-old Nishiuchi Sake Brewery. Guests can sample award-winning varieties and observe a time-honored brewing process. Another memorable sake sampling session can be organized in Tokyo where guests can partake of fine sake with a specialist sommelier at a traditional sake shop near the Fukagawa Fudodo temple.
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