Awamori Pairing Lunch in Yanbaru Local Flavors and Traditions

Okinawa, Japan
Duration5h
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesJapanese, English
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers

Overview

Guided by a local expert, learn about the rich heritage of Yanbaru Distillery.
Enjoy creative dishes crafted with fresh local ingredients, paired perfectly with Awamori.
Gain insights into the history and allure of Awamori from the 5th-generation owner of Yanbaru Distillery.

What's included

  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Distillery tour
  • Gourmet lunch

What to expect

【DETAILS】
Embark on a journey through the story of Awamori, closely tied to the everyday life of the local community, as you visit water reservoirs in the Yanbaru Forest, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site.
Awamori refined at the northernmost tip of Okinawa's main island, where it is slowly and deliberately aged to maximize its flavor.
This exquisite spirit boasts rich flavors and a gentle sweetness, thanks to the pure spring waters of Ogimi Village, the "Village of Longevity."
Experience this beloved local taste in an intimate distillery surrounded by Yanbaru's lush nature.

【SCHEDULE】
[10:00] Meet at Yanbaru Distillery and enjoy a guided tour of the village.
[11:00] Explore the distillery and learn about its unique production methods.
[12:00] Savor a gourmet Awamori pairing lunch at a hidden gem restaurant, just a one-minute walk from the distillery.

  1. Yanbaru Distillery Inc

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting point:Yanbaru Distillery Co., Ltd.
417 Takazato, Ogimi-son, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa 905-1301
Access:
・By local roads: 2 hours 30 minutes from Naha Airport via Route 58
・By toll roads: 1 hour 45 minutes from Naha Airport via Okinawa Expressway and Route 58 after exiting at Kyoda IC

End point

Meeting point:Yanbaru Distillery Co., Ltd.
417 Takazato, Ogimi-son, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa 905-1301
Access:
・By local roads: 2 hours 30 minutes from Naha Airport via Route 58
・By toll roads: 1 hour 45 minutes from Naha Airport via Okinawa Expressway and Route 58 after exiting at Kyoda IC

Additional information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The same menu will be provided for children.
  • Please contact us if you have food allergies.
  • The experience is unavailable during Okinawan Obon holidays and distillery closure dates.
  • This is a request-based reservation. Please check your confirmation email before attending the event.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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