Miyagi Half Day, Nikka Whisky Distillery & Hands-on Lacquer Paint

Overview

Available languages

English

5 hours 50 minutes

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Experience the Tohoku region's Miyagi Prefecture with a visit to a distillery owned by world-famous Nikka Whisky and a chopsticks lacquering experience where customers can apply lacquering techniques used in making Sendai's traditional craft of tansu (traditional Japanese wooden chests) on this half-day tour in Miyagi. An unforgettable trip awaits. There will be an accompanying National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter throughout the entire itinerary for customers to be able to appreciate all the beautiful sights and culture. Revel in a rich experience while getting to know the deep significance of the local region's climate, culture, and tradition. The tour is also recommended for repeat visitors to Japan. Fully enjoy the remarkable charms of Miyagi Prefecture in the region of Tohoku.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

The order of activities and arrival times may differ on The day depending on reasons such as road conditions and congestion at destinations.

Depending on The number of tour participants, transportation to be used may be changed to a hired car, taxi, etc.

As it takes time for the lacquer to dry, the chopsticks made at Sendai Tansu Kumanodo cannot be brought home on the day. Delivery is available only within Japan. Please pay JPY 820 in cash at the location. The lacquer has to have dried before delivery, so it will take around 4 days until arrival. Because of this, delivery is possible only for customers who will be staying in Japan for at least 5 more days. *After shipping, please note that the planning company and Sendai Tansu Kumanodo will not be held liable in case of any damage, loss, etc. As inquiries cannot be made to the planning company and Sendai Tansu Kumanodo, please make any inquiries directly to the shipping company. In addition, during the chopsticks lacquering experience, please be aware that some customers may develop a rash due to the lacquer depending on their predisposition.

While children 0-5 years old may join free of charge, if there are many participants, children 0-5 years old may have to sit on the lap of a parent or guardian on board the taxi. If guaranteed seats on the taxi are required for such children, please book them under the child rate.

The chopsticks lacquering experience at Sendai Tansu Kumanodo is available for customers 6 years of age and older.

Lunch is not included.

The tour at Miyagikyo Distillery is outdoors. Please bring rain gear in case of inclement weather.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

English-speaking guide fee

Transportation costs included in the tour

Experience fees

Travel accident insurance

Other admission fees

Fees other than those listed in Includes

What To Expect

Nikka Whisky Sendai Factory Miyagikyo Distillery

Highly renowned all over the world as a Japanese whisky masterpiece, Nikka Whisky is one of the world's 5 major Japanese whisky producers, with iconic brands such as Black Nikka, Taketsuru, Yoichi, and Miyagikyo. The guide will explain about the history of Nikka Whisky and how whisky is produced, and customers can enjoy taste testing at the end. *The tour at Miyagikyo Distillery is outdoors. Please bring rain gear in case of inclement weather.

1 hour 45 minutes • Admission Included

Akiu Craft Park

Kumanodo is a workshop specializing in Sendai tansu, a designated traditional craft of Miyagi Prefecture where artisans handcraft traditional Japanese chests using wood and iron fittings. The lacquer painting techniques used in the process of making Sendai tansu can be tried firsthand by customers during the chopsticks lacquering experience under the direct supervision of artisans. Customers will receive the chopsticks they made by post at a later date. *As it takes time for the lacquer to dry, the chopsticks made at Sendai Tansu Kumanodo cannot be brought home on the day. Delivery is available only within Japan. Please pay JPY 820 in cash at the location. The lacquer has to have dried before delivery, so it will take around 4 days until arrival. Because of this, delivery is possible only for customers who will be staying in Japan for at least 5 more days. The chopsticks lacquering experience at Sendai Tansu Kumanodo is available for customers 6 years of age and older.

1 hour • Admission Included