About extended hours in May at Hakushu Distillery and Minami Alps Hakushu Water Plant
Our operating hours will extend on those days as stated below;
Dates: May 2nd to May 5th, 2026
Hours: 9:30 to 17:30 (last entry by 17:00)
Inquiry via phone: 9:30 to 17:30

Operating hours for each facility are as below;
Whisky Museum: 9:30～17:30
Tasting Lounge: 9:30～17:30 (L.O.17:00)
Central House Gift Shop: 9:30～17:30
Hakushu Terrace: 10:00～17:30 (Food L.O.16:30、Drink L.O.17:00)
*Visitor Center Gift Shop closes at 16:00
There will be additional trip for the shuttle bus. Please check below for details.

Regarding Additional Shuttle Bus Services
In conjunction with extended operating hours, additional final shuttle bus services will be provided.
However, please note that the final service is likely to be extremely crowded. Should the bus be full, boarding will not be possible. Should you be unable to board, we kindly request that you arrange alternative transport, such as a taxi, yourself.
When using the shuttle bus service, please check the timetable in advance and allow ample time for boarding.

▼Shuttle bus timetable here