Kyoto Whisky Tasting: Yamazaki to Rare Craft at Nishiki Market

Not just famous labels: from Yamazaki to rare, hard-to-find craft bottles you won't see back home. Each glass comes with a tasting card, and your bartender explains the distillery and the story in simple English – no expertise needed. The relaxed bar lounge sits inside a restaurant in Nishiki Market, with a red marble counter under a floating pine. Sessions run every hour, every day, so it is easy to fit in – or to use as a rest stop while exploring the market.