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The Ryoichi Inn is a top choice just a 5-minute walk from the Yuzawa Distillery. This boutique hotel features private whisky tasting corners in each room and offers exclusive early access to distillery tours. Guests can also enjoy evening views of the Yuzawa River illuminated by lanterns, blending craftsmanship with serene natural beauty
Ryoichi Distillery Memorial Hotel is the only accommodation located within the distillery grounds, offering panoramic views of the historic wooden stillhouses and snow-capped mountains. The hotel provides 24-hour guided shuttle service and features an indoor whisky-themed exhibition hall, allowing guests to explore distillation heritage at any hour
Stay at Ryoichi Starlight Cottage for a rare chance to witness the unobstructed night sky under minimal light pollution. The property features an outdoor observatory with professional telescopes and hosts monthly "Whisky & Stars" evenings. Guests also enjoy exclusive nighttime distillery tours, sipping limited-edition winter whiskies beneath moonlit oak barrel cellars, where time and terroir whisper their secrets
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