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Nikka Whisky Yoichi Distillery
Overview
A distillery established in 1934 by Masataka Taketsuru, the father of Japanese whisky. Amidst buildings reminiscent of Scotland and rich nature, you can learn about the whisky manufacturing methods and processes within the distillery. You can also see a museum exhibiting the history of whisky and the origins of Nikka, as well as a part of the private residence where Taketsuru and his wife Rita lived.
In January 2023, the former Whisky Museum completed its second phase of construction and fully reopened as the 'Nikka Museum.' Additionally, the waiting room was reborn as a visitor center.
Business Hours
9:15 - 16:15
・Guided Distillery Tour: 9:30 - 12:00 / 13:00 - 14:30
*Held every hour at :00 and :30 (No tour at 12:30)
*Guided tours are by reservation only.
*Other paid tours, seminars, and events are also available.
・Nikka Museum: 9:15 - 16:15 (Tasting Bar Last Order: 16:00)
・Distillery Shop: 9:15 - 16:15
・Restaurant: 10:00 - 15:50 (Last Order: 15:20)
regular closing day
December 23rd to January 7th of the following year
*Closed on June 11th (Thursday), 2026, for full maintenance of the tour facilities.
Fee
Free (Reservations required for guided tours)
Location
Nikka Whisky Yoichi Distillery, 7-6 Kurokawa-cho, Yoichi-cho (余市町黒川町7丁目6 ニッカウヰスキー余市蒸溜所)
Access
Approx. 5-minute walk from JR Yoichi Station
parking lot
Available
スポット運営者
ニッカウヰスキー余市蒸溜所
