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Chichibu Premium Whiskey Japanese Whiskey Special Experience Tour has been born. Here we would like to take a closer look at the details of this tour, which is shrouded in secrecy. Photo provided by: Highlander Inn Chichibu
Ichiro's Malt is a Japanese whiskey born from the Arakawa headwaters produced by Venture Whiskey in Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture. It is named after the founder, Ichiro Akuto. It has won the world's highest award six times in the past, including in 2023, at the world's most prestigious British whiskey competition (World Whiskey Awards). Its unique flavor is a selling point, and its popularity has spread through word of mouth among core whiskey fans. This brand is currently attracting attention from collectors all over the world.
January 25th (Thu) – 26th (Fri), 2024
A 1-night, 2-day trip to experience whiskey culture on the special chartered train “52 Seats of Bliss”
➀Private the sightseeing restaurant train “52 Seats of Tofuku”! Special lunch chef's hospitality paired with premium Japanese whiskey "Ichiro's Malt" ②Normally closed to the public! Special tour of "Venture Whiskey Chichibu Distillery" ③ Stay overnight at a traditional Japanese architecture "Koninka Hotel" ④ Experience Chichibu bar hopping *A tour guide will accompany you throughout the day.
*Participation in this tour is limited to foreign nationals (accompanying persons are not required)
100,000 yen per person (tax included)
20 people (minimum number of participants: 10 people)
*Tour reservations must be made by foreign nationals (accompanied persons are not required).
*Foreign nationals can live either domestically or overseas.
Wednesday, February 7, 2024 - Friday, February 9, 2024
A 2-night, 3-day premium tour that introduces Chichibu whiskey along with traditional culture and a special experience.
Details are in preparation and will be released soon
200,000 yen (planned)
10 people *Tour reservation holders must be foreign nationals (accompanied persons are not required).
*Foreign nationals can live either domestically or overseas.
Ichiro's Malt, a very popular Japanese whiskey from overseas, was born from the precious nature of the Chichibu region. This time, the ``Chichibu Regional Hospitality and Tourism Corporation'' created this valuable local resource as the main content that conveys the reverence for nature and the essence of whisky, and as a high value-added travel product. We will use this tour to help attract more tourists to the Chichibu area as we aim for a full-fledged recovery in inbound demand.
I'd love to! Enjoy a special experience!
Check the latest information "Chichibu Regional Hospitality Tourism Corporation HP"
A relaxing inn with a modern Japanese atmosphere. Enjoy five types of guest rooms that give you a deep Japanese feel. The breakfast, which uses plenty of local ingredients, is popular. A futuristic powder room that looks like it's inside a spaceship. A private bath where you can enjoy yourself while feeling nature. A space with a wood-burning stove to warm your body and soul. It is decorated with quiet yet gorgeous wildflowers that have a strong presence. 8 minutes walk from Seibu Chichibu Station. Accommodation with no meals and breakfast included. OMOTENASHI Selection 2022 Award Winner
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