[2025 Sendai Attraction] Travel Guide for Nikka Whisky Sendai Factory (Updated Jun)

Our visit to the Nikka Whisky Sendai Factory was honestly one of the most memorable stops of our trip. The whole family—yes, even the kids—enjoyed the experience thoroughly, despite it being a whisky factory! The factory grounds were beautiful, with a surprisingly enchanting garden nestled right in the middle, making the place feel more like a peaceful retreat than a production site. The blend of nature and tradition made for such a calm and refreshing atmosphere. We joined the guided factory tour, which turned out to be both educational and engaging. We learned all about the history of the Nikka brand, the founder’s story, and the meticulous process of whisky making. From selecting the water source to barrel aging, every detail was thoughtfully explained. You don’t need to be a whisky connoisseur to enjoy it—just a little curiosity is enough. Of course, the highlight for the adults was the free whisky tasting session at the end (drivers and kids excluded, of course). It was a fun and relaxing way to wrap up the tour, and it gave us the chance to sample a few of their signature expressions. If you’re around the Sendai area, I’d strongly recommend carving out time for this. Whether you’re a whisky fan or just someone who appreciates a well-run attraction with history, craft, and a bit of indulgence, this place is well worth the visit. #summervacay #NikkaWhisky #SendaiExperience #MiyagikyoDistillery #WhiskyTastingJapan #FamilyDayOut #HiddenGemTohoku #NikkaTour #JapaneseWhisky #SendaiTrip #WhiskyWithAStory #japan #japantrip #tohoku #tohokutrip #travel

I visited the Nikka Miyagikyo Distillery at noon today. It was a great experience! The distillery is hidden in the forest valley outside Sendai. The red brick buildings are matched with swans on the small lake. The environment is beautiful like a painting. The free guided tour takes one hour. From malt drying to distillation workshop, the strong caramel aroma and oak barrel aroma are overwhelming. In the warehouse, you can also compare the smell of original wines of different years - five years of fresh fruity aroma, twelve years of mellow to the top. The best part is the tasting session! Three cups of sincerity: the sweet and sour apple cider is as smooth as juice, and it is more refreshing with soda water; Super Nikka blended whiskey has a bit of smokiness, suitable for ice; the finale Miyagikyo single malt is full of fruity aroma, warm and not spicy, and I instantly understand why it can become a signature. The tour guide also kindly gave a note of drinking tips, full marks for details! Before leaving, I found that the price of the limited edition was only 1/3 of the market price, so I stocked up two bottles decisively. The only regret is that the transportation is a bit troublesome. You have to wait for the shuttle bus (only available on weekends) after taking the JR from Sendai to Sakunami Station. It is recommended to drive or carpool. Overall, even if you are not a drunkard, you will be impressed by the historical sense and natural atmosphere here. Mr. Taketsuru has a sharp eye for location selection! #雪景

One of the recommended places in Sendai where you can also do tastings is the Nikka Whisky Co., Ltd. Sendai Factory Miyagikyo Distillery. The general tour is held every 30 minutes from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm (a total of about 70 minutes including a distillery tour (50 minutes) and a free tasting (maximum 20 minutes)). You can learn about the aged charm of Nikka Whisky through the guide's explanations. ☺️ You must make a reservation on the website to visit the factory. At the end of the general tour, you can sample Nikka Whisky (3 types). After the tasting, you can purchase products exclusive to the Miyagikyo Factory at the shop. You can also enjoy a drink at the attached bar. Even if you do not take a factory tour, you can use the shop and bar. For those using public transportation, a free shuttle bus runs from JR Sakunami Station to Miyagikyo Distillery (check the operating hours). Approximately 1.8km from JR Sakunami Station Approx. 260m from Nikkabashi bus stop Nikka Whisky Co., Ltd. Sendai Factory Miyagikyo Distillery 1 Nikka, Aoba-ku, Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture 989-3433 #Miyagi #MiyagiTrip #MiyagiTourism #Sendai #SendaiTrip #SendaiTourism #Whisky #FactoryTour #Sakunami #DomesticTravelRecord

I went to a whiskey factory in Sendai! It was really cold when I got there! And there was a slight smell!! If you join a tour-like thing for about 500 yen, you can compare different whiskeys at the end!! Even though I don't like alcohol, it was delicious!! The apple-flavored whiskey was really easy to drink! It was really impressive and interesting to see how it's made, the machines, etc.! #0yentrip

Visited in April 2023 *Nikka Whisky Miyagikyo Distillery 1 Nikka, Aoba-ku, Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture 989-3433 When it comes to whiskey, it's famous Nikka Whisky🥃 At Nikka's Miyagikyo Distillery You can enjoy a free tour of the distillery😊 On the guided tour, the guide will explain the manufacturing process of whiskey and the history of Nikka At the end, you can even enjoy a free tasting‼ ️ Reservations are required in advance, so we recommend that you make a reservation early once the date is decided✨ #Domestic travel #Miyagi #Miyagikyo #Factory tour #Nikka whiskey #Miyagi trip

Nikka Whiskey Factory🥃This place is like a museum. Activities include tours ⇒ free tasting ⇒ shopping. There will be a guided tour to introduce the history of the factory and production methods. I must say that it is very enjoyable. You can also taste for free. There are also many souvenirs that are very outstanding. For those who are looking for activities, we recommend this place. You can visit for free. Tour service hours: 9:00-11:30, 12:30-15:30 The time it takes is about 45 minutes per round. #Japan #TravelJapan #yamagata