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Japanese Whisky and Japan Exclusive Bourbon Tour in Ginza
Explore Ginza & Shimbashi with a certified bourbon steward. Enjoy whisky tastings, allocated bourbon hunting, and Blanton's sale insights. Discover luxury Yamazaki bottles and sample Suntory's finest. Let me guide your palate and purchasing decisions. Book now for a whisky adventure in Japan!
Meeting Point
Shimbashi JR Station
Shinanoya Ginza
We will check the Shinanoya Liquor Store for bourbons and whiskys. Shinanoya has the best selection of Heaven Hill's bourbon in Japan. We have a good chance to find the Evan WIlliams 12year at these stores. Sometimes they stock wild turkey 12year and other good bourbons as well.
Liquor Mountain Ginza 777
Here we can try mini samples of a wide variety of bourbons, scotches and Japanese whiskys. Samples are roughly 200yen for a small 10ml pour. Of course, I can help you find your perfect whisky or bourbon - and find something that suits your taste. There are other Japanese whisky experts here that I can interpret for you.
Yamaya
Here we can check the local Yamaya store, this store is likely to Buffalo Trace distillery products, sometimes they have the elusive Japan exclusive Blanton's Black or Blanton's Red label. Other than that Yamaya also has one of the widest whisky selections in Japan.
Ginza 6 Shopping Mall
We will check the JWC whisky collection to see some of the rarest and most expensive Japanese whiskies ever made. After we can enjoy a shot or two of high end Suntory or Nikka whiskys. A 15ml pour starts around 500yen and goes up for highly aged whiskys. I can give recommendations based on your personal preferences. Furthermore, I can ask staff any questions you might have in Japanese.
Rare Yamazaki and More: Discover Ginza's Whiskey Oasis
Nestled in the heart of Ginza, Rare Whiskey Ginza offers a unique whiskey experience. Explore an extensive selection of premium Japanese whiskeys, from the iconic Yamazaki to the Hakushu and beyond. The rare Mizunara barrel whiskeys are particularly noteworthy. Though prices aren't low, the store offers a price match guarantee. My visit was unforgettable; I even saw the legendary Yamazaki 50 Years Old. If you're a whiskey enthusiast, this is a must-visit spot.
Liquor Express: Home to Japan's Elusive Whiskey Finds
For seekers of Japan's rarest whiskeys, Liquor Express is a haven. Here, you'll find all the elusive Japanese whiskey bottles you've been hunting for. Prices are comparable to standard retail, often more affordable than major retailers, even without tax-free options. A must-visit destination for whiskey enthusiasts!
Private Bar
We can take a stop and drink the whiskey we purchased along the way at the private bar in Ginza.
Ending Point
Shimbashi JR Station
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Bourbon and whisky knowledge and recommendations
Tour Guiding
Japanese/English Interpreting
Hotel Pick up/Drop off within Tokyo 23wards
Guide's Rail fare
Your Rail fare
Your drink samples
Your personal bottle purchases
Tour Important Information
Must be a minimum of 20 years old to join the tour.
Ginza is a high-class neighborhood and our goal is to appreciate the whiskys and bourbons - be respectful of other's subjective tastes.
Please enjoy and have a good time, but also remember alcohol is not an excuse for bad behavior.
I can also act as a Japanese interpreter while on the tour, which will allow you to ask questions to other whisky professionals in Ginza.
For a convenient start to your Tokyo adventure, I can meet you at your hotel within the Tokyo 23 wards for a tip.
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
Tokyo Tour Reviews
“Grant provides excellent guidance ”
We had the pleasure of having Grant introduce myself, wife, and two friends, to Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan. Grant's in-depth knowledge of both Japanese landmarks, culture, and food, is remarkable. I highly recommend hiring Grant as your tour guide to Tokyo. Grant know Shinjuku well, and will explain all aspects, including present day highlights and he will dig deep to Japan's historical past that aids a new traveller with a keen understanding that will make the most of your vacation to Japan. Schedule him early on if possible. If not, schedule him in anyway. You will be thankful you did.
“Cherry Blossom Tour!”
We had an exceptional tour experience with Grant, an outstanding 5-star guide!! Every moment spent walking, talking, sharing stories with his expert knowledge was truly enjoyable. Grant's generosity and thoughtfulness in finding the perfect photo spots made our experience even more wonderful!!
“Great start to our trip”
We asked for a few hour tour with Grant to see Cherry Blossoms around the city. Grant was incredibly nice and thoughtful throughout our tour. With two small kids, he was adjustable with the tour and provided insight and history along the way that made it fun to learn. He was very flexible when we needed to stop and eat or rest! Highly recommend Grant as he knows the area well, makes great recommendations for food and for other sites to see while on our trip. He also showed and recommended places our kids wanted to go once he knew what they were into. Great tour and great start to our trip!!!
