Gaiaflow Shizuoka Distillery
Enthusiasts around the world are watching closely. The "Shizuoka Terroir" nurtured by the flames of a wood fire
Nestled in the Okushizu region, surrounded by lush nature, lies a mecca for Japanese whiskey that has captured the world’s attention.
From raw materials to equipment, we rigorously pursue the essence of Shizuoka, aiming to create a unique flavor that can only be produced in this region.
Its most distinctive feature is the “wood-fired still,” a method extremely rare even on a global scale.
By using locally sourced thinned timber as fuel and distilling with the power of flickering flames, the base spirit is imbued with a robust, aromatic character.
Furthermore, the local character of Shizuoka is evident throughout the facility, from the use of groundwater from the Southern Alps for the mash water to the use of Shizuoka-grown cedar for the fermentation tanks.
The sophisticated architectural space, which makes generous use of local timber, is also a must-see.
Tours of the production process and tastings of rare unblended spirits offer a truly exquisite “adult field trip.”
Please enjoy a luxurious moment enveloped in the tranquility and rich aromas of Okushizu.
- Gaiaflow Shizuoka Distillery
- Distiller
- Tasting Room
Basic Information
- Address
- 555 Ochiai, Aoi Ward, Shizuoka City, Shizuoka Prefecture 421-2223
- Telephone Number
- 054-292-2555（Representative, Gaiaflow Shizuoka Distillery）
- Fax number
- 054-292-2500
- Open
- [Tours]
Weekdays: 11:00 AM–1:00 PM, 1:45 PM–3:45 PM
Weekends and Holidays: 9:30 AM–11:30 AM, 12:20 PM–2:20 PM, 3:00 PM–5:00 PM
Check-in begins 30 minutes before the start of each tour
*Wood-fired distillation takes place on weekdays during the production season. (Times are subject to change.)
[Distillery Shop]
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM - Closures
- [Tours]
*Please note that tours may be canceled on certain dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Please check the booking website for the most up-to-date schedule.
*Whiskey production is suspended on Saturdays and Sundays, as well as during the summer season (early August to late September). While tours are still available during this time, visitors will not be able to observe the production process. We appreciate your understanding.
[Distillery Shop]
Open daily
*Please note that the shop may be closed during the summer and year-end/New Year holidays. - Price
- [Guided Tour]
Ages 20 and older: 1,100 yen
Under 20: Free (must be accompanied by a guardian aged 20 or older)
Private cask owners and two guests: Free
*Tastings in the tasting room are subject to a separate fee. - Access
[Car]
Approximately 15 km (about 20 minutes) from the Shin-Shizuoka Interchange on the Shin-Tomei Expressway[Public Transportation]
Approximately 60 minutes by Shizutetsu Just Line bus from JR Shizuoka Station (get off at the "Okunohara-ue" bus stop)- Car Park
[Standard-sized vehicle]
20s[Paid/Free]
Free for tour participants- Website
*Please note that business hours, holidays, and prices are subject to change, so please check with the contact information provided before visiting.
