KOBE Sake brewery PRIVATE walking tour with Local guide

In Kobe

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KOBE Sake brewery PRIVATE walking tour with Local guide
Are you a sake lover? Or are you visiting Kobe for second time and wanto learn more about the region? If your answer is yes, this is the perfect experience for you! And also you can try “Kakuuchi” which means you can get sake and drink it at liquor shop. This is a unique way that experienced sake lovers drink at breweries. Shall we try it out? ・Explore the Nada sake district, which is one of Japan's 'Big Three' sake regions. ・Gain insider knowledge on sake production with guided tours of renowned breweries, showcasing traditional teqhniques. ・Enjoy 10 sake flavors through tastings at each stop. ・Get some souveniours at brewery shops where you can buy limited edition.
Free cancellation Private tour

What's included

  • About 10 cups of sake tasting at each brewery

What's not included

  • Eating and drinking at Hamadaya

Itinerary

  1. The tour starts here! Although the road is flat, you will walk about 2 kilometers, so please wear comfortable shoes on the day.
  2. We hope that you will learn the whole story of the traditional sake brewing that has been passed down from generation to generation, and that you will be able to widely know the "heart of Japan" through the world of sake brewing. Explore the process of making Hakutsuru sake with 3 types of sake tasting. You can also enjoy tax-free shopping at the shop. (20 min) Admission included
  3. Experience Kiku-masamune's passion for the tradition of sake brewing, which has been passed down for over 350 years. The museum also has a large collection of sake cups, and you can enjoy tasting 2 different sake varieties. (20 min) Admission included
  4. Learn about 'Taru Sake' made in the traditional "Taru Bin," which are sake barrels crafted from Yoshino cedar, at a functioning factory and laboratory. We have been manufacturing barrels using the same method from 350 years ago, when bottles were too expensive to buy. You can see how craftsmen make barrel using the same manufacturing method as in the Edo period. (30 min) Admission included
  5. You can taste the famous Japanese sake. There are restaurants and cafes here. You can enjoy it even if you can't drink alcohol. (20 min) Admission included
  6. You can receive an explanation of each sake after a free sake tasting by sake advisor. Here you can buy the honorable sake that has been awarded in Japan. (20 min) Admission included
  7. This is the most popular izakaya in Kobe. In addition to Japanese sake, beer, wine, and whiskey are all available here. Because this place is both a liquor store and an izakaya. The style of drinking sake in a corner of a liquor store is called "kakuuchi", and it is popular among young people in Japan as well. (30 min)

Meeting & end point

Meeting point
Your guide will be waiting for you right outside the ticket gate.
End point
The izakaya Hamadaya is both the final guide point and the dissolution place. So don't worry about the time and enjoy the kakuuchi slowly.

Practical information

Operated by
888tour
Travellers per booking
1–15
Languages
cmn, ja, yue, en
Confirmation
MANUAL

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Important notes

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Japan's summer can be quite hot, especially in August when temperatures often exceed 35 degrees Celsius. Given the nature of our walking tours, which involve spending time outdoors, we strongly recommend taking measures to prevent heatstroke. Please ensure you stay hydrated and consider using items like parasols for shade.

Frequently asked questions

The tour runs for around 3 hours. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.

What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.

We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.