Whisky Distilleries, Kanosuke, Mars Tsunuki and Satsuma Ware Pottery Kiln, Chin Ju Kan
Joined 2023
A 4th generation shouchu distillery, pionner in the field of aged shochu, Kanosuke has developed a deep understanding of the delicate craft of distilling and is now trying its hand at single malt mellow yet flavorful whisky.
Mars Tsunuki, under the power of nature and time, complex and diverse raw liquors are produced over the years of aging in the barrel storage.
The 400-year history of Satsuma ware, introduced from Korea features numerous ceramics by successive generations of Chin Ju-kan.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
at your hotel or cruise ship port
Kanosuke distillery factory tour
Milling, Mashig Tun, Washback, Pot still, second Washback, Warehouse then the Mellow Bar that you can enjoy tasting more than 3 kinds of whisky overlooking the beautiful ocean. Tours are held on Sundays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 10:45 and 13:45.
Museum of Satsuma Ware Pottery
The Satsuma Pottery Museum introduces the 400-year history of Satsuma ware, which was introduced from Korea, and features a large number of ceramics from successive generations of Chin Ju-kan. Healthy Medicinal cuisine is served at Chin Ju Kan Tea Room
Medicinal cuisine lunch served at the Satsuma Ware Pottery Kiln
Medicinal cuisine served at the Satsuma Ware Pottery Kiln
One of the lunch set menus; Medicinal bibimbap( mixed rice with meat & vegetables) 2,200 yen comes with Medicinal seaweed soup, Small bowl, Dessert, seasonal medicinal tea. Topped with meat miso made with black garlic and seasonal vegetable namul. A flavorful seaweed soup made with local chicken broth and boiled herbs.
Benefits: Nourishing and strengthening, fatigue recovery, improved gastrointestinal function, detoxification, beautiful skin, improved blood circulation, cold sensitivity
Mars Tsunuki Distillery
Tsunuki is surrounded by 500-meter mountain rages to the east and west and is a basin-shaped area with hot summers and extremely cold winters and this climate has a major impact on the aging of whisky.
departure to your hotel or cruise ship port
End of the tour
Ending Point
at your hotel or cruise ship port
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Inclusions & Exclusions
guide fee
Transportation: chartering a taxi is recommended, average chartered taxi fare; up to 3 for 39,000 JPY, up to 8 for 50,000 JPY.
Kanosuke Distillery factory and tasting tour: 1,000 JPY
Lunch(you and guide) around 2,200 JPY per person.
Chin Family Heirlooms Storage Facility Admission Fee: Adults (high school students and above) 500 JPY.
Mars Tsunuki tasting tour: 1,500 JPY
Tour Important Information
This tour involves some walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
Important message from the supplier
Tours are all open to any kind of arrangement. please feel free to let me know your preferences.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2023
About Tour Guide Hitomi A.
Hello! I’m Hitomi. I was born and raised in Kagoshima. After graduating from the college, I mostly lived in Tokyo and came back to my hometown 10 years ago. I love communicating with people and sharing each other’s culture and history. As I used to work for an airline company, I could travel to many foreign countries with lots of joy experiencing their unique cultures. Now, I want to help visitors from abroad enjoy Japanese unique culture, history, nature.
Reviews
Ethel D.
“Amazing Day in Kagoshima ”
We had a great day with Hitomi , she took us to the hot Sandbath which was a very enjoyable experience. After that we preferred to do a green tea experience which was very fun , followed for the Kamikase museum and the Samurai Gardens . And the lunch was amazing !!! Steamed vegetables and three cut of beef . I can’t recommend enough to book a tour with Hitomi, she took care of every aspect of our tour including to book private transportation for the five of us . Thank you Hitomi!!!
Hitomi A.
Thank you so much for your prompt and fantastic review. I am so happy to hear that you enjoyed the seasonal steamed vegetables and three luxurious Kagoshima meats. It was a wonderful day for me to have the opportunity to introduce Ibusuki and Chiran to you and your lovely family. I wish you all the best.
Rebecca N.
“Beautiful day in Kagoshima ”
Had a beautiful day with Hitomi visiting Kagoshima. Pottery and whisky distillery were fabulous places to visit on a rainy day. Our lunch was delicious and healthy. We absolutely loved the entire day. Thanks Hitomi. You are a fantastic guide.
Hitomi A.
Thank you for visiting Kagoshima. I also think it was the perfect itinerary for a rainy day. I had a great time spending the day with such wonderful people as you, and I am so happy to know that you all enjoyed the day in Kagoshima. I wish you all the best!
Michael C.
“A great customizable tour of a fascinating area!”
Our guide, Hitomi A. was wonderful! Very knowledgeable, kind and empathetic. Our driver, Mr. Take was also great. One of us uses a rolling walker, so they made sure the car trunk was large enough to handle it easily. They took us to the volcanic area Sakurajima and gave us a real insight into the whole are. Hitomi suggested a restaurant that specialized in Waygu Beef (the best comes from Kagashima) and it was delicious and very reasonably priced. The Sengan-en Garden and Villa gave us a great background on the feudal system in Japan as well as the beginning of the Meiji era. It was also beautiful to boot! I cannot recommend Hitomi A. highly enough. Thank you for making this such a wonderful experience!
Hitomi A.
Thank you for visiting Kagoshima and for taking the time to post a great review. It was a pleasure to show you some of the best that Kagoshima has to offer on a beautiful, sunny day. I hope that you will remember Kagoshima when you see your beautiful Satsuma Crystal cut glass and Satsuma ware. I wish you all the best.
$531/ per group
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