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Whisky · Akashi, Hyogo

Akashi Sake Brewery & Kaikyo Distillery Visitor Center

Akashi Sake Brewery & Kaikyo Distillery Visitor Center (Akashi, Hyogo) is a place to visit for whisky. Booking: Reservation required. Guidance in English: Check the official site. Fee: Kaikyo Distillery tour ¥3,000; sake brewery tour ¥2,000 (tax included, ages 20+).

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The visitor center of a sake brewery and whisky distillery in Akashi, Hyogo. Distillery tours run on set dates by reservation, and products are sold in the center's shop.

How to visit

Location
Akashi, Hyogo
Address
兵庫県明石市大蔵八幡町1-3
Booking
Reservation required
Guidance in English
Check the official site
Fee
Kaikyo Distillery tour ¥3,000; sake brewery tour ¥2,000 (tax included, ages 20+)

Good to know

  • The distillery tour takes about 90 minutes for up to 8 people and includes nosing the spirit and a whisky tasting. Dates are announced monthly; in November 2026 it runs at 10:15 on the 20th, 21st and 26th.
  • The visitor center is open 10:00–17:30 and closed on Tuesdays.
  • People under 20 cannot join the tours. People under 20 and anyone driving a car, motorcycle or bicycle cannot taste.
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Frequently asked questions

Do I need to book a visit to Akashi Sake Brewery & Kaikyo Distillery Visitor Center?

Yes, a reservation is required.

Is guidance in English available at Akashi Sake Brewery & Kaikyo Distillery Visitor Center?

We have not confirmed whether guidance in English is available. Please check the official site.

How much does a visit to Akashi Sake Brewery & Kaikyo Distillery Visitor Center cost?

Fee: Kaikyo Distillery tour ¥3,000; sake brewery tour ¥2,000 (tax included, ages 20+).

Can I take part in a tasting if I'm driving?

The legal drinking age in Japan is 20. If you are driving you cannot taste. Use public transport or a taxi, or let someone who is not drinking drive.

Information sources

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Checked 2026-11-03

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