Private Tour in the Largest Sake Brewery in Japan
In Kobe
From
£56
pp
3h 0 mins
A must-see tour for sake lovers! We will take you to the Nada area of Kobe, Japan's number one sake-producing region. When you think of Japan, you think of sake! The Nada area of Kobe is famous for being home to the number one sake brewery in Japan. However, while this area remains a hidden gem for tourists, it is a very historic and special place for locals. This tour will mainly visit three sake breweries. In addition to being able to see the traditional sake brewing method, you can also see the tools that have been used for sake brewing since ancient times and sample sake. This is a must-see tour plan for those who run Japanese restaurants and sake lovers. It is extremely difficult to access on your own. Please come and visit the number one sake brewery area in Japan!
Free cancellation
Private tour
What's included
- OTHER
- All travel time is also included in the tour time.
- Sake tasting
What's not included
- LUNCH
- SNACKS
- Tip
Itinerary
- The Hakutsuru Sake Brewery Museum was opened by remodeling the main brewery No. 1, which was actually used for sake brewing until the mid-1960s. Inside, the traditional sake brewing process is preserved and the work is recreated. The process of making sake is displayed in a three-dimensional and easy-to-understand manner, including life-sized dolls. There are free and paid tastings. Multilingual audio guide available. (1h 0min)
- Developing the world of sake that freely moves through the present, past, and future, It is a space where you can fully experience the idea that ``Knowing is fun.'' There are free and paid tastings. (1h 0min)
- In our desire to convey the traditional culture of sake brewing to as many people as possible, we have installed equipment that allows visitors to observe the entire process behind glass. There are free and paid tastings. (1h 0min)
Meeting & end point
Meeting point
We will meet at the station closest to the first brewery we will visit. Before the tour, your guide will provide you with easy-to-understand information on what to wear and where to meet.
End point
If you wish to be picked up by car, you will be taken to your hotel or to the next point of interest. If there is no courtesy car, I can go with you to the nearby train station.
Practical information
- Operated by
- Yumi Ikeda
- Travellers per booking
- 1–10
- Languages
- ko, ja, en
- Confirmation
- INSTANT
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation available.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Important notes
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.