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Kirin Distillery - FUJI GOTEMBA DISTILLERY
Down the barrel of Kirin whisky at Kirin’s one and only distillery!
The Kirin Distillery sits proudly in a gorgeous setting with prime, front row views of Mt. Fuji. It’s remained a hub for crafting optimum whisky since 1973, banking on its natural environment blessed with cool air averaging around 13°C each year, frequent fog and pure spring waters from Mt. Fuji.
Renowned for being one of the few distilleries in the world that produces both malt and grain whisky, Kirin Fuji Gotemba Distillery handles every careful step from mashing to bottling. This rarity makes it a favorite among whisky enthusiasts. Distillery tours require advanced reservation, complete with a projection mapping experience in a 12-meter-long theater that reveals the many aspects that draw so many fans here. Tours include a backstage look at the actual stills and other equipment in use. Top off your tour with a tasting session at the end, featuring "Kirin Single Grain Japanese Whisky Fuji" and "Kirin Whisky Riku”.
For a more casual, drop-in visit check out the Distillery Shop, open to the general public for free without reservation. Swing by for a chance to shop exclusive whiskies and original merchandise. As an added perk, there’s even a "Paid Tasting Corner" on the second floor, where you can enjoy limited-edition whiskies.
Highlights
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Sole Kirin distillery that comes paired with a view of Mt. Fuji.
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Distillery tours topped off with the ever-popular tasting session.
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No reservations needed and free admission to Distillery Shop, Kirin's Forest, Observation Deck, and Paid Tasting Corner – all worth a visit.
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Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)
Yes, there are English brochures and audio guides available.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
Yes, it is.
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Are coin lockers available?
Not available.
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Can children join the tour?
Yes, children under 19 can participate for free.
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Are there any restaurants or dining facilities?
No, there are no dining facilities available.
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Is there a smoking area?
No, the entire area is non-smoking.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- キリンディスティラリー 富士御殿場蒸溜所
- Postal Code
- 412-0003
- Address
- 970 Shibanta, Gotemba City, Shizuoka
- Telephone
- 0550-89-4909(9:00am - 4:00pm※except when closed)
- Closed
- Mondays(If it falls on a holiday, closed on the following weekday), Facility inspection days, New Year’s holiday period.
- Hours
- Distillery Shop 9:00am - 4:00pm, Paid Tasting 9:30am - 3:30pm
- Admission
- Free, Distillery Tour 500yen for adults (children under 19 free)
- Access
- About 20 minutes by free shuttle bus from JR Gotemba Station.
- Credit Cards
- Accepted
- Official Website
- Official Website (English)