Kirin Distillery
Fuji-Gotemba Distillery
Kirin Distillery Fuji-Gotemba Distillery
Fuji-Gotemba Distillery offers a panoramic view of the sacred Mount Fuji. This area is blessed with underground water from Fuji, an average annual temperature of 13°C, and frequent fog throughout the year. The Shibanta area of Fuji-Gotemba offers the ideal environment for whiskey. Since opening in 1973, we have pursued our ideal whiskey here as our whiskey-making base. Fuji-Gotemba Distillery is a rare distillery in the world that produces both malt and grain, and is a one-stop shop for everything from brewing to bottling.
Online experience to discover the charm of Fuji-Gotemba Distillery
A journey to unravel the secrets of Kirin Whisky
KIRIN WHISKY JOURNEY
A travel guidebook that takes you on a journey to explore the deliciousness and attention to detail of Kirin Whisky at Fuji-Gotemba Distillery.
We will introduce you to the unique whiskey-making techniques at Fuji Gotemba Distillery and the passion of our distillers and blenders through dynamic illustrations and realistic images.
Enjoy the charm of Fuji-Gotemba Distillery and Kirin Whisky.
Events & News
- 2026年02月06日
- February 23rd [Mount Fuji Day] Special Gift
How to enjoy the distillery
Take a tour
Step 1: Theater
The charm of Fuji-Gotemba Distillery will be fully introduced through projection mapping in a spectacular theater approximately 12 meters in length.
step２：蒸留
新たに増設したポットスチルをみることができます。さらに、富士御殿場蒸溜所 最大の特長である「グレーンウイスキー」製造用の3種類の蒸留器を、迫力ある映像でご覧になれます。
step３：発酵
You can see the wooden barrel fermentation tanks that were introduced to produce a wide variety of raw liquors.
Step 4: Packaging
You can see the packaging line process, and see various machines and employees actually working.
step５：テイスティング
Guests will enjoy "Kirin Single Grain Japanese Whisky Fuji" and "Kirin Whisky Riku."
step 6：ショップ
We have a wide selection of limited edition whiskeys and original goods that can only be purchased at Fuji-Gotemba Distillery.
施設紹介 （施設利用は、無料・予約不要）
*Participation in the tour requires a fee and reservation.
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Exhibition Area
You can learn about the history of Fuji-Gotemba Distillery and its ideal method of whiskey making.
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Distillery Shop
You can purchase whiskey exclusive to the distillery and original goods.
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Paid tasting
At the paid tasting corner on the second floor, we offer whiskeys that are only sold at the distillery, for a fee.
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※If you are interested, please stop by the reception desk on the first floor.
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※You can enjoy tasting even if you don't take the distillery tour. (Last admission is at 3:30 PM)
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※Those driving a car or cycling, those under the age of 20, and those who are pregnant or breastfeeding are not permitted to taste.
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Giraffe Forest
You can spend a relaxing time strolling around and observing wild birds and flowers.
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展望台
You can see Mount Fuji and Gotemba city from the observation deck on the roof of the observation building.
Factory tour overview
tour
富士御殿場蒸溜所ツアー
This tour will introduce you to Kirin's only distillery from three perspectives: its location, its raw liquor, and its people, allowing you to experience the charm of Kirin Whisky. After the tour, you can enjoy a tasting of Kirin Single Grain Japanese Whisky Fuji and Kirin Whisky Riku.
Fuji-Gotemba Distillery Premium Tour(Grain Whisky)
This is a premium tour designed to give you an in-depth understanding of the meticulous craftsmanship behind Kirin Single Grain Japanese Whisky FUJI.
In addition to the standard tour, you will be granted special access to the whisky maturation warehouses, which are not عادة open to the public. During the tasting session, you can also enjoy rare grain new make spirits available exclusively at this location.
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※Notes:This tour includes the tasting of undiluted whisky spirits. Therefore, we kindly refrain from recommending participation by guests who will be driving cars, motorcycles (including passengers), or bicycles on the day of the visit. Thank you for your understanding.
Factory tour reservations
look
You can spend a relaxing time strolling around and observing wild birds and flowers.
You can see Mount Fuji and Gotemba city from the observation deck on the roof of the observation building.
buy
You can purchase whiskey exclusive to the distillery and original goods.
At the paid tasting corner on the second floor, we offer whiskeys sold exclusively at the distillery for a fee. (If you would like to try some, please stop by the reception on the first floor.)
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※You can enjoy tasting even if you don't take the distillery tour. (Last admission is at 3:30 PM)
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※Those driving a car or cycling, those under the age of 20, and those who are pregnant or breastfeeding are not permitted to taste.
Kirin Distillery Fuji-Gotemba Distillery
Address: 970 Shibanuda, Gotemba City, Shizuoka Prefecture, 412-0003 (Access here)
Kirin factory tour general information desk
TEL:0570-055898（ナビダイヤル）
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※There is a call charge for using Navi Dial. Please follow the voice guidance and select a factory.
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※Navi Dial cannot be used from outside Japan. Please use the inquiry form.
Reception hours: 9:30am - 4:00pm (excluding closed days)
Closed on Mondays (open on public holidays, closed the following weekday), closed during the New Year holidays and other irregular closures
(Please check the calendar on the reservation screen for closing days.)
- ※Please be careful not to dial the wrong phone number.
