Miyagi Half Day, Nikka Whisky Distillery & Hands-on Lacquer Paint
- This half-day tour includes a visit to the Miyagikyo Distillery and a chopsticks lacquering experience
- Miyagikyo Distillery is owned by Nikka Whisky, one of the world's 5 major Japanese whisky producers
- At Sendai Tansu Kumanodo, customers will go on a chopsticks lacquering experience under the direct supervision of artisans
Options
Afternoon Tour
Inclusions
English-speaking guide
Round-trip transfers
Exclusions
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Lunch
Additional Info
Children aged 6+ will be charged the same rate as adults
Children aged 0-5 can travel free of charge provided they will not occupy separate seats
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 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.
The chopsticks lacquering experience at Sendai Tansu Kumanodo is available for customers 6 years of age and older.
Parental permission in writing is necessary for all tour participants under the age of eighteen. Any participant under the age of fifteen or not yet enrolled in middle school must be joined by a parent or guardian on the tour.
The tour at Miyagikyo Distillery is outdoors. Please bring rain gear in case of inclement weather.
What's included in Miyagi Half Day, Nikka Whisky Distillery & Hands-on Lacquer Paint
(Subject to Option Inclusions)- [Departure] 11:30, meet up at In front of Sendai City Tourist Information Center (JR Sendai Station 2F). In front of Sendai City Tourist Information Center (JR Sendai Station 2F).Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time
- [Transportation] 11:40 By bus
- [Attraction/experience] 13:15, 1 hour(s) 45 min(s), Guided tour, Nikka Whisky Sendai Factory, The guide will explain about the history of Nikka Whisky, the highly renowned Japanese masterpiece, and how it is produced. You can enjoy taste testing at the end.
- [Transportation] 15:00 By car
- [Attraction/experience] 15:30, 1 hour(s), Guided tour, Akiu Traditional Craft Village, Kumanodo is an artisan workshop of Sendai tansu, a traditional lacquered chest. You'll experience lacquering technique, directed by the artisans, to make your own chopsticks.
- [Transportation] 16:30 By bus
- [Return] 17:30, at Sendai Station, Tour ends upon arrival at Sendai Station
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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. 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.
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- Nikka Whisky Sendai Factory
