--- title: Japanese Whisky Tasting Experience at Local Bar in Tokyo lang: en type: tour city: Tokyo country: Japan price: 203 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.78 reviews: 60 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [zh-TW, ja, en] rank_in_category: 38 of 45 (Food & Drink Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-07 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/japan/tokyo/tours/japanese-whisky-tasting-experience-at-local-bar-in-tokyo/ --- # Japanese Whisky Tasting Experience at Local Bar in Tokyo **Guidekin's take:** Taste different Japanese whiskies at a local Tokyo bar on a private tour for your party. The guided tasting includes four to five short pours; guests must be at least twenty and bring valid ID. 4.78 from 60 reviews at €203 per person for 2h. In our comparison: #38 of 45 in Food & Drink Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview In this 2-hour Japanese Whisky Tasting tour, you'll visit a local whisky bar with an English-speaking guide, taste different types of Japanese whiskies, and learn more about what makes Japanese whisky different from other whiskey in the world. Availability: Every day from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM except holidays (tours may start at 8:30 PM on some occasions) ## Before you book - Meeting point: The exact direction to the meeting point… - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 19:30: one departure a day - Food included: see what is included - Non-refundable: no free cancellation **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €203 per person - Duration: 2h - Rating: 4.78/5 from 60 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Operator: Japan Awaits - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: Chinese, Japanese, English - Start times: 19:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07 ## Reviews 4.78 from 60 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 57 of 60. - 5 stars: 55 (92%) - 4 stars: 2 (3%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 1 (2%) - 1 star: 2 (3%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the whisky selection and knowledgeable guides; cost draws reservations, particularly for solo bookings. **Praised:** - Detailed explanations of Japanese whisky history and different styles - A varied tasting selection, including whiskies that are hard to find - Friendly guides who encourage conversation and answer questions - Relaxed tastings in welcoming local bars **Complaints:** - Some find the tour expensive, with concerns about value when booking solo - Confusion or miscommunication when arranging to meet the guide Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (2019-08-16 to 2026-03-12); last checked 2026-11-08. ## What's included - Service fees - English speaking tour guide - Photo opportunities - Beverages/Whisky tasting: 4– 5 short glasses, depending on availability ## Not included - Add-on Food Tour (if selected) - Gratuities (Optional) - Rare Japanese aged whisky (Maybe available for purchase) - Transportation to/from meeting point ## Itinerary 1. **Ginza** (pass by, no stop) - Tokyo's most famous upmarket shopping, dining and entertainment district, featuring numerous department stores, boutiques, art galleries, restaurants, night clubs and cafes. 2. **Yurakucho** (2h) - Add-on Yurakucho Food Tour ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 19:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-07 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. ## Meeting point The exact direction to the meeting point will be provided after booking. Please check your message through Viator. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Minimum age is 20 years (drinking age in Japan) - A current valid passport or identification card is required on the day of travel (proof of age may be required at bars) - Dress code is smart casual - Smoking: Please be aware that many establishments, especially bars, will allow smoking in Japan - What is Japanese whisky? - Whisky may not be originally from Japan, but recent years saw the world taking notice of whisky bottles coming out of the country. Japanese whisky brands Suntory and Nikka, etc., have now joined the ranks of its Scottish counterparts in terms of quality ratings and popularity. - What kinds of Japanese whisky will I be tasting? - Some examples are: Chita, Yamazaki 18, Hakushu, Hibiki Blender’s Choice, Yamazaki 1982, and other whisky. - In this 2 hour small group Japanese whisky tasting tour, visit a local bar with your tour guide to taste various types of Japanese whisky (4 – 5 short glasses, depending on availability) and learn about the subtleties and differences of these different brands, how the whiskies are aged and what sets the Japanese whisky apart from others around the world. You will also be able to experience what a local bar in Tokyo feels like, as you enjoy the atmosphere, talk to the bartender (with the help of your English-speaking tour guide) and sip on your chilled whisky (spelled “whisky” not “whiskey” in Japan). Some rare Japanese aged whisky may be available for purchase (not included) at the bar for guests interested - This tour operates daily from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM (except for some holidays) - Please note that this tour will be at a local bar only, and does NOT include a distillery tour - Standard Cancellation Policy - We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 7 days or less before event - We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 14 days or less before event - We will charge a cancellation fee of 25% if booking is cancelled 20 days or less before event - Q&A - What if I'm late? - Although this is a private tour, the guide will wait up to 30 minutes after the scheduled start time. If you do not arrive within this time, the tour will be considered cancelled. - Japan Awaits is a licensed tour operator in Japan, with hundreds of registered and vetted tour guides nationwide. We offer tours in any location in Japan and manage all details, including transportation and tickets. Visit Japan Awaits to learn more about our tours or inquire about a custom experience today. ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €406 | €203 | | 4 | €708 | €177 | | 6 | €900 | €150 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Food & Drink Tours start at €90 per person. ## Compared with other Food & Drink Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #38 of 45** | €203 | 2h | 4.78 (60) | private | | [Tokyo West-Side Cycling & Food Tour](/japan/tokyo/tours/tokyo-west-side-cycling-food-tour/?format=md) | €95 | 3h 30m | 5.0 (223) | shared | | [Unlimited Local Night《ALL-YOU-CAN-DRINK》Find SHINJUKU Hidden gem!](/japan/tokyo/tours/unlimited-local-night-all-you-can-drink-find-shinjuku-hidden-gem/?format=md) | €104 | 3h | 4.99 (173) | shared | | [Eat and Drink Like a Local-Hidden Taverns & Ramen in Ueno, Tokyo](/japan/tokyo/tours/eat-and-drink-like-a-local-hidden-taverns-ramen-in-ueno-tokyo/?format=md) | €95 | 3h | 4.95 (1244) | shared | Ranked #38 of 45 in Food & Drink Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €90 to €299, median €145; typical length 3h. 11 of 45 are private. 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