2019.11.16

Come “Kanpai” with Us!

Sendai is famous for its delicious food but few tourists know the city is a drinker’s dream in volume, variety, and quality. In and around Sendai you’ll find sake breweries, beer breweries, a local winery, and an international whisky distillery. In fact, finding a drink is no problem; the problem is not having enough time to taste it all! Let’s look at a sample of fun places and things you can do related to alcohol in Sendai.

Kirin Beer Sendai Brewery Tour

If you drink a Kirin Ichiban beer anywhere in northern Japan, it probably came from here. Walk through this massive factory to learn about the process of making beer and more about this famous Japanese beer brand. At the end of the tour you’ll be able to taste up to three varieties of Kirin beer!
https://sendai-experience.com/en/ex/44

Nikka Whisky Miyagikyo Distillery

Nikka’s Sendai Distillery celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2019. The brick buildings surrounded by lush greenery of the Sakunami area make for a beautiful setting to make whisky. After a tour of the facilities, on select days by reservation you can join several other activities to gain a deeper appreciation for whisky. Try a tasting seminar, making your own whisky blend, or mixing whisky with sweeter fruity flavors for some tasty cocktail highballs. Yummy!
https://sendai-experience.com/en/ho/37

Akiu Winery

If you are more of a wine fan, head over to Akiu Winery. Whether you are spending the night at one of the town’s famous hot spring hotels or stopping by for a day trip, the central winery is super easy to visit. Walk just 5 minutes from the Akiu Sato Center tourism information hub and you’ll be rewarded with an opportunity to sample red, white, or rose wines. Don’t forget to pick-up a bottle of Merlot, Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer, or Malvasia for a souvenir.
https://sendai-experience.com/en/ex/842

Sake Tastings and Brewery Tours

Sake made in the Tohoku region is famous throughout Japan and often claim prizes in international contests. Some of Miyagi's 25 brewing companies offer tours and tastings at their facilities. You can of course find plenty sake around the restaurants, bars, and izakayas of downtown Sendai too.
https://sendai-experience.com/en/fe/6

Are you ready to “kanpai” (“cheers”) with us?

See you soon,
Sendai Experience Program Team

Note: You must 20 years or older to drink in Japan. It is illegal to drink (even a little!) and drive anywhere in the country.