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Whisky · Koriyama, Fukushima

Sasanokawa Shuzo Asaka Distillery

Sasanokawa Shuzo Asaka Distillery (Koriyama, Fukushima) is a place to visit for whisky. Booking: Reservation required. Guidance in English: Check the official site. Fee: Free standard course / Premium course 11,000 yen (tax included).

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Asaka Distillery offers a free tour every Wednesday and a paid premium tour each month, allocated by lottery.

How to visit

Location
Koriyama, Fukushima
Address
福島県郡山市笹川1丁目178
Booking
Reservation required
Guidance in English
Check the official site
Fee
Free standard course / Premium course 11,000 yen (tax included)

Good to know

  • Free course: Wednesdays 13:30-14:30 (not on public holidays or in December), first 5 people, book at least a week ahead by phone or form
  • The free course covers the distillery and the shop
  • Premium course: normally the second Friday of each month, 13:30-15:30 (third Friday if a public holiday; no tours in December), 6 people by monthly lottery; apply 1st-25th of the previous month
  • The premium course includes a separator experience, hand-fill and whisky tasting
  • Guests who are unwell should stay away. Premium cancellations are accepted up to 2 weeks before for regular tours and 1 week before for special additional tours; after that, 100% of the tour price is charged
  • The official page gives no age limit or driver policy
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Frequently asked questions

Do I need to book a visit to Sasanokawa Shuzo Asaka Distillery?

Yes, a reservation is required.

Is guidance in English available at Sasanokawa Shuzo Asaka Distillery?

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

How much does a visit to Sasanokawa Shuzo Asaka Distillery cost?

Fee: Free standard course / Premium course 11,000 yen (tax included).

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

Information checked against official sources, such as the facility's website.

Checked 2026-10-27

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