Weekday Exclusive: Wine × Whisky Tasting × Historic Ryokan Experience
￥12,900 per day
- Maximum Participants: 3
- Minimum Participants: 1
- Payment Method: Credit card (VISA / MasterCard / American Express / JCB) in advance
- Price: ¥12,900 per adult (ages 20 and over)
- This tour is for guests aged 20 and over due to inclusion of alcoholic beverages.
- Cancellation After Booking: Allowed ＊Please refer to the Cancellation Policy at the bottom of the page.
- Reservation Deadline: 5:00 PM, 10 days before the tour
Wine Tasting and Shopping at a Historic Winery
We will visit Chichibu Wine, a long-established and well-regarded winery known only to those in the know. The winery began in the late 1930s, when founder Gensaku Asami started cultivating grapes in Chichibu. In 1959, a French priest famously praised the wine, calling it “the taste of Bordeaux”—a moment that helped solidify its legacy.
At Chichibu’s most renowned winery, you’ll enjoy a guided wine tasting experience.
The tasting includes approximately five varieties such as Gensaku Shirushi GKT (white), Gensaku Shirushi Koshu Sur Lie (white), and Chichibu Wild Grape.
Typically, tastings are served in plastic cups, but this special plan includes glassware for a more refined experience.
Whisky Tasting at a Retro-Style Ryokan
Enjoy a Rare Ichiro’s Malt Tasting at Suzaki Ryokan
At Suzaki Ryokan, a charming traditional inn, experience a special tasting of Ichiro’s Malt—Chichibu’s most iconic whisky and a five-time consecutive winner at the World Whiskies Awards.
While tastings are sometimes offered to overnight guests, this exclusive tour gives day-use visitors rare access to this premium experience.
Even the Ichiro’s Malt distillery does not offer public tastings, making this opportunity truly unique.
You can choose two varieties to sample (approx. 30ml each), with the option to try a third and fourth for an additional fee.
Available Whiskies :
- Limited Edition
- Mizunara Wood Reserve
- Wine Wood Reserve
- Double Distilleries
Pair your tasting with carefully selected snacks that complement the flavor of each whisky, and savor the perfect harmony.
Day-Use at a Historic Ryokan
Founded in 1907, Suzaki Ryokan has a proud history of over 116 years. Located in Ogano Town, a former post town nestled along the mountain roads of Chichibu, this traditional inn has long welcomed travelers.
During your visit, you’ll enjoy exclusive day-use access to one of its rooms.
The onsen (hot spring bath) is available for unlimited use throughout your stay.
Enjoy a Local Specialty Lunch
For lunch, enjoy Ogano’s famous dishes at Suzaki Ryokan:
- Waraji Katsu — a hearty rice bowl topped with two large pork cutlets, each the size of a traditional straw sandal.
- Okkirikomi — a comforting local noodle stew made with wide, hand-cut noodles, a beloved soul food of the Chichibu region.
What’s Included in the Price
- Wine tasting at the Chichibu Wine winery
- Lunch Set (with local side dishes)
- Tasting of 2 types of Ichiro’s Malt whisky
- Day-use guest room at Suzaki Ryokan (includes onsen access and towel rental)
- Round-trip community bus fare from Seibu-Chichibu Station
- Insurance
Note: Additional whisky tastings are available on-site for ¥1,100 per extra type.
What to Bring on the Day
After your booking is confirmed, a PDF voucher will be sent to you by email.
Please print the voucher and bring it with you.
The printed voucher is required when boarding the bus, at the winery, and at the ryokan.
(Smartphone screens are not accepted.)
Tour Schedule (Subject to Change)
| 時間 | 内容 |
|---|---|
| 10:23 | Depart Seibu-Chichibu Station (Community Bus) |
| 11:03 | Arrive at Minami-Ozawa-guchi stop → Walk to Chichibu Wine |
| 11:10 | Winery tour & tasting (approx. 30 min) |
| 11:40 | Walk to Suzaki Ryokan (approx. 20 min) |
| 12:00 | Lunch, Onsen, and whisky tasting at Suzaki Ryokan (room use for approx. 4 hours) |
| 16:02 | Depart Ogano Town (Community Bus) |
| 16:48 | Arrive at Seibu-Chichibu Station |
Note: The schedule may vary due to public transport changes or traffic conditions.
- Chichibu Wine: 41 Ryogami-Usu, Ogano-machi, Chichibu-gun, Saitama 368-0201
- Suzaki Ryokan: 1815 Ogano, Ogano-machi, Chichibu-gun, Saitama 368-0105
Meeting Point
Seibu-Chichibu Station
Access Instructions
①Exit the ticket gate and go directly to Bus Stop #4 at the rotary in front of the station (for 小鹿野町営バス Ogano Town Community Bus)
②Get off at 南小沢口 Minami-kosawa-guchi and walk approx. 5 minutes to Chichibu Wine
③From Chichibu Wine, walk approx. 20 minutes to Suzaki Ryokan
If using a taxi, please provide the following destination names in Japanese:
① Seibu-Chichibu Station
② Chichibu Wine
③ Suzaki Ryokan
Important Notes (Please Read Carefully)
- This tour is self-guided tour; no tour escort or interpreter will accompany you.
- Participants must be 20 years of age or older.
- As alcohol is included, please do not join the tour if you plan to operate a vehicle or bicycle afterward.
- No refunds will be provided if you choose not to consume the included drinks.
- Alcohol provided for tasting cannot be taken home.
- Printed vouchers are required; digital versions will not be accepted.
- Buses depart on time. If you miss the bus:
- Next outbound bus is 4 hours later
- Next return bus is 2 hours later
- The tour may be canceled due to weather or safety concerns. In such cases, we will contact you by email or phone on the day.
- All images shown are for illustrative purposes only.
About Suzaki Ryokan
- Face towels and bath towels are provided.
- For solo participants: a 6-tatami mat room (no bath/toilet).
- For 2–3 participants: an 8-tatami mat room (no bath/toilet).
- All rooms are on the 3rd floor and are non-smoking.
- Up to 3 people per room.
- The Onsen can be used any time during your stay.
- Private open-air bath available until 3:00 PM
- Large communal bath available after 3:00 PM
- Meals are served in the 1st-floor dining area.
- Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the ryokan.
Please select a date from the calendar.
■Dates shown in gray are not available for booking.
| ID | booking date and time | カレンダー | 状態 |
|---|
When you click the Tentative Reservation button, a confirmation email will be sent automatically.
Next, our staff will contact you to arrange payment. Your reservation will be confirmed once payment is complete.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation fees vary depending on when the cancellation is made.
Please refer to the policy below:
- 10 days before the activity date or later: 20%
- 7 days before the activity date or later: 30%
- 1 day before the activity date or later: 40%
- Same day cancellations: 50%
