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Old Aug 4, 2019 | 9:29 pm
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Originally Posted by greg999
I'm heading to Tokyo next week and my friend was asking if I can bring back some American made whiskey that was only released in Japan (for example Wild Turkey 17 year). Where would be a good place to buy this in Tokyo?
I'm staying at the Park Hyatt Tokyo and the Conrad Tokyo. Would this be an appropriate request to ask the concierge for help with? If so, how much would I expect to pay the concierge? (I understand there's no tipping in Japan but not sure whether I would need to in this situation). Thanks for any advice. I don't personally drink whiskey so not interested in a bar that serves it only a bottle to take home.
The Bic Camera in Shinjuku is a good spot. Last time I was there I was able to get Evan Williams 12 and a Four Roses Super Premium.

I also went to YaMaYa Shinjuku which is also a short walk away. I was able to find Blantons Black (Japanese only Blantons release) and Japanese only releases of Wild Turkey and Four Roses.

Bring your passport as you’ll get tax free benefits and they’ll usually bubble wrap it as well
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