Sake is a traditional Japanese brewed alcoholic beverage made primarily from rice, water, and koji.

Sake breweries can be found throughout Japan, and the character of each sake can vary greatly depending on the rice, water, climate, and brewing techniques used. From light and crisp styles to rich, aromatic, and umami-forward varieties, there is an extraordinary range to discover.

Sake pairing, in which different varieties are carefully selected to complement particular dishes, offers another sophisticated way to explore Japanese cuisine.
Visitors can deepen their understanding of sake by visiting a brewery, learning about the brewing process and local traditions, or enjoying a private tasting guided by a sake specialist.

Shochu is a traditional Japanese distilled spirit made from a variety of ingredients, including rice, barley, sweet potatoes, and buckwheat.

Different regions are known for their distinctive styles. Kagoshima is particularly renowned for sweet potato shochu, while barley shochu is associated with regions such as Miyazaki and Oita, and Kumamoto is known for its rice shochu.

Shochu can be enjoyed in a variety of ways, including neat, on the rocks, with water, with hot water, or with soda. Each style of serving brings out different aspects of its character.

A guided tasting with a specialist offers an opportunity to discover the regional diversity and versatility of this uniquely Japanese spirit.

Japanese whisky has earned international recognition and is now regarded as one of Japan’s most distinguished spirits.

Distilleries across the country produce whiskies with distinctive characteristics influenced by local water, climate, and maturation environments. Japanese whisky is particularly valued for its craftsmanship, attention to detail, and refined balance.

Visitors can tour a distillery to learn about the production process and maturation techniques, enjoy a curated tasting, or visit a specialist whisky bar where an expert can recommend whiskies based on individual preferences.

These experiences offer an opportunity to explore not only the flavours of Japanese whisky,but also the craftsmanship and philosophy behind its growing international reputation.