Japanese Whisky
哲 / Tetsu
Philosophy in every drop.
Creation is an eternal pursuit.
Nikko Kaido
Oyama Distillery
Produced by
Nishibori Shuzo CO., LTD., Japan
Japanese Whisky
哲 / Tetsu
Philosophy in every drop.
Creation is an eternal pursuit.
Nikko Kaido
Oyama Distillery
Produced by
Nishibori Shuzo CO., LTD., Japan
Japanese Whisky
哲 / Tetsu
Philosophy in every drop.
Creation is an eternal pursuit.
Nikko Kaido
Oyama Distillery
Produced by
Nishibori Shuzo CO., LTD., Japan
Japanese Whisky
哲 / Tetsu
Philosophy in every drop.
Creation is an eternal pursuit.
Nikko Kaido
Oyama Distillery
Produced by
Nishibori Shuzo CO., LTD., Japan
Japanese Whisky
哲 / Tetsu
Philosophy in every drop.
Creation is an eternal pursuit.
Nikko Kaido
Oyama Distillery
Produced by
Nishibori Shuzo CO., LTD., Japan
Japanese Whisky
哲 / Tetsu
Philosophy in every drop.
Creation is an eternal pursuit.
Nikko Kaido
Oyama Distillery
Produced by
Nishibori Shuzo CO., LTD., Japan
Distillery and Brewery Tour
We offer a range of guided tours and hands-on experiences that allow you to explore the depth and craftsmanship of sake and distilled spirits.
[Brewery Tour – Regular (R) Course]
- Program includes:
・Sake brewery tour (approx. 20–30 minutes)
・Distillery tour (approx. 10–20 minutes)
・Sake tasting (3–5 complimentary samples, excluding whisky)
・Shopping at the brewery’s direct sales shop
・Souvenir: One small Janome sake cup (retail value ¥400) - Please note: A visitor set (sanitary cap, shoe covers, etc.) will be provided. We kindly ask for your cooperation in wearing them.
- Duration: 14:00–15:00 (approx. 1 hour)
Reception opens at 13:45 (please gather by 13:55 at the brewery shop). - Fee: ¥1,500 (tax included)
*Payment to be made at the brewery shop on the day. - Eligibility: Individuals or small groups of fewer than 10 participants
*If you have any questions or special requests, please contact us in advance.
[Brewery Tour – Special (S) Course]
- Program includes:
・Sake brewery tour (approx. 30–40 minutes)
・Distillery tour (approx. 20–30 minutes)
・Tasting of premium sake (up to 6 varieties), including Daiginjo, Junmai Daiginjo, and limited editions
・Standard sake tasting (3–5 complimentary samples)
・Opportunity to taste whisky (available with an additional fee)
・Shopping at the brewery’s direct sales shop
・Souvenir: One large Janome sake cup (retail value ¥500) - Please note: A visitor set (sanitary cap, shoe covers, etc.) will be provided.
- Duration: 14:00–15:30 (approx. 1.5 hour)
- Fee: ¥3,000 (tax included)
- Eligibility: Individuals or small groups of fewer than 10 participants
*Please contact us if you require further information.
[Brewery Tour – Regular (R) Course for Groups (10+ guests)]
- Program includes:
・Sake brewery tour (approx. 20–30 minutes)
・Distillery tour (approx. 10–20 minutes)
・Sake tasting (3–5 complimentary samples, excluding whisky)
・Shopping at the brewery’s direct sales shop
・Souvenir: One small Janome sake cup (retail value ¥400) - Duration: Approx. 1 hour
- Fee: ¥1,000 (tax included)
*Advance consultation is recommended for group bookings.
Gin Experience
A hands-on experience where you craft your own one-of-a-kind gin, guided by aromatic botanicals.
[GIN SCHOOL – Gin Distillation Experience]
- Experience includes:
・Live demonstration and hands-on distillation using a copper alembic still
・Botanical selection and flavor balancing
・Introduction to the fundamentals of gin - Take-home gift: Original gin (200ml × 3 bottles, total 600ml)
*Presented in bottles with custom labels - Duration: 2.5–3 hours
- Fee: ¥28,000 (tax included)
- Schedule: Mainly weekends; weekdays available on a limited basis (see reservation calendar)
- Capacity: Up to 5 groups (maximum 2 guests per group)
- Location: Nishibori Shuzo Co., Ltd. (1452 Awamiya, Oyama City, Tochigi)
*Please contact us if you have any questions prior to booking.
Company Profile
| Company Name | Nishibori Shuzo Co., Ltd. / Nikko Kaido Oyama Distillery |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1872 |
| Address | 1452 Awamiya, Oyama City, Tochigi, Japan |
| Management |
President & CEO: Kazuo Nishibori (5th Generation) Executive Director: Tetsuya Nishibori (6th Generation) |
| Tel | +81-285-45-0035 |
| Fax | +81-285-45-1628 |
| Business Hours |
8:00–17:00 (Mon–Sat), closed Sundays and public holidays Wakazakari Shop
Mon–Fri: 10:30–17:30
Sat, Sun & Holidays: 10:00–17:00
Open year-round (except January 1)
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| Access |
Approx. 50 minutes from Tokyo Station by Shinkansen, or approx. 80 minutes by local train (no transfers). By city bus (“O-Bus” Mamada Line) About 15 minutes from JR Oyama Station, or 10 minutes from JR Mamada Station (¥200). Get off at “Nishibori Shuzo-mae.” By taxi Approx. ¥1,500 from JR Oyama Station West Exit or JR Mamada Station West Exit (approx. 4.5 km). |
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