Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Uncover the secrets of shochu at Hamada Shuzo Kinzangura, a distillery nestled within a historic gold mine in Kagoshima. This unique setting, with its natural temperature and humidity, provides the perfect environment for aging and storage. Begin by diving into the brewery’s philosophy and uncover how the underground ambiance enhances the spirit's flavor and aroma. During the tasting, enjoy samples of shochu aged 1, 3, and 5 years, along with exclusive beverages rarely found outside the distillery. Your knowledgeable guide will share insights on the intricate differences in ingredients and aging techniques, enriching your appreciation of this beloved Japanese spirit.
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guided tour of the distillery
Sampling of almost all products made at the distillery
Tasting session of aged shochu (1, 3, and 5 years)
Tasting of rare alcoholic beverages uncommon in Kagoshima
Transportation to/from the brewery
Dishes or additional drinks
Travel insurance
Meeting Points
Departure
Please come directly to the entrance.
If you arrive early, feel free to wait outside.
Our staff will be inside—just let someone know you're here for Shochu Tasting, and we’ll come greet you and confirm your booking.
Return
Kagoshima Hamada Kinzangura Shochu Tasting
About
Uncover the secrets of shochu at Hamada Shuzo Kinzangura, a distillery nestled within a historic gold mine in Kagoshima. This unique setting, with its natural temperature and humidity, provides the perfect environment for aging and storage. Begin by diving into the brewery’s philosophy and uncover how the underground ambiance enhances the spirit's flavor and aroma. During the tasting, enjoy samples of shochu aged 1, 3, and 5 years, along with exclusive beverages rarely found outside the distillery. Your knowledgeable guide will share insights on the intricate differences in ingredients and aging techniques, enriching your appreciation of this beloved Japanese spirit.
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guided tour of the distillery
Sampling of almost all products made at the distillery
Tasting session of aged shochu (1, 3, and 5 years)
Tasting of rare alcoholic beverages uncommon in Kagoshima
Transportation to/from the brewery
Dishes or additional drinks
Travel insurance
Meeting Points
Departure
Please come directly to the entrance.
If you arrive early, feel free to wait outside.
Our staff will be inside—just let someone know you're here for Shochu Tasting, and we’ll come greet you and confirm your booking.
Return
Itinerary
Discover a rare shochu experience at Hamada Shuzo Kinzangura in Kagoshima, a unique distillery built inside a former gold mine where naturally stable temperature and humidity provide ideal conditions for aging. Begin with a guided introduction to the distillery’s history and underground environment, learning how these conditions influence the maturation process and enhance the aroma, texture, and complexity of shochu. Continue with a comparative tasting of shochu aged for 1, 3, and 5 years to discover how time creates richer flavors and a smoother finish. You will also sample nearly the entire range of shochu currently produced at the distillery, along with several rare and limited alcoholic...
