Kagoshima Japanese Whisky Tour: Mars Tsunuki & Kanosuke Tastings
In Kagoshima
From
£70
pp
7h 0 mins
・・We also offer tour options to visit just one of the distilleries (either Mars or Kanosuke). Please note that tour times vary by season.
・Japanese whisky is one of the most sought-after categories of spirit in the world.
・You will visit two famous whiskey distilleries and Great experience for Whisky Distillery Tour with English Speaking Guide in Kagoshima.
・From 2 to 7 people can participate.
・The more participants, the lower the tour fee.
【Mars Tsunuki distillery】
・The Mars Tsunuki Distillery is a whisky distillery located in Tsunuki kaseda Minamisatsuma City.
・Mars Whisky is a brand created by Hombo Suzo, producer of traditional Japanese spirits, proposing the bottlings of the Shinshu and Tsunuki distilleries.
【Kanosuke distillery】
・The kanosuke Distillery went into operarion in 2017.
・The main feature of the distillery is that it is equipped with three pot stills (large, medium, and small).
Private tour
What's included
- Whisky tasting fee
- LUNCH
What's not included
- extra whisky tasting fee
- Travel Insurance
Itinerary
- 1 hour private taxi transfer. We can also pick up you to Marine Port. (1h 0min)
- ・You can observe the whiskey production process and experience a local tasting of craft whiskey. ・・Great experience for Whisky Distillery Tour with English Speaking Guide. ・The Mars Tsunuki Distillery is the southernmost whisky distillery on the mainland, opened by the Honbo Brewery in Minamisatsuma City in 2016. ・In this whiskey distillery building, visitors can see the history panel of Mars Whiskey and the production process. It is worth a visit not only for those who are interested in whiskey, but also for those who have never had it before. (1h 30min)
- Approximately 40 minutes by private taxi. (40 min)
- ・There is a restaurant for lunch. ・Lunch is a local soba(buckwheat) Set menu. ・Kinpo-town, Minamisatsuma City is located in the center of Satsuma Peninsula. ・Kinpo-town is famous for its soba (buckwheat noodles),So country soba set meal will be served for lunch. ・You can purchase locally grown vegetables and specialty products. (1h 0min)
- ・Whisky Distillery Tour with whisky tasting ・A guide will explain the background of the Kanosuke Distillery and lead you through a series of tours of the whiskey production process and tasting at THE MELLOW BAR. ・Kanosuke Distillery is a craft distillery that began producing whiskey in 2018 by Komasa Jozo, a genuine shochu distiller founded in 1883. ・The distillery takes on the challenge of making whiskey by demonstrating the delicate craftsmanship cultivated through years of shochu production. ・In addition to a tour of the production process, there is also a store selling original goods and a bar overlooking the beautiful sea. (1h 30min) Admission included
- Approximately 50 minutes by private cab. (50 min)
- We can also send you to Marine Port.
Meeting & end point
Meeting point
It is in front of the Information Center at the east exit on the 1st floor of Kagoshima Chuo Station.
English-speaking guides are waiting for you, holding signs with your name.
End point
It is in front of the Information Center at the east exit on the 1st floor of Kagoshima Chuo Station.
English-speaking guides are waiting for you, holding signs with your name.
Practical information
- Operated by
- H.I.S.Co., Ltd.
- Travellers per booking
- 1–7
- Languages
- en
- Confirmation
- MANUAL
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Important notes
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- ONLY over 20 years old's age can be acceptable for this tour.
- Minimum number of tour is 2 people
- Meet with your guide at Kagoshima-chuo station East Exit(A guide will be waiting with a name board)
- Soft drinks can be served at each distillery tasting for those under 19 years old.
Frequently asked questions
The tour runs for around 7 hours. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.
What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.
We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.