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Hiroshima Sake Tasting Guided Tour - Visit 7 Breweries in 2 Hours

Location Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan
$133
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

There are three areas in Japan known as “sake breweries. Nada in Hyogo Prefecture, Fushimi in Kyoto, and Saijo in Hiroshima. These areas are densely populated with sake breweries, and each brewery offers a variety of sake with different tastes.
This tour will visit Saijo, a sake brewery in Hiroshima. Enjoy a variety of sake not only on the palate but also in terms of knowledge.
Facing the Sanyo Expressway and blessed with good water, Saijo exploded as a sake brewing town after the railroad was built, exporting sake mainly to western Japan and even overseas.
Its flavor is characterized by a clean, gentle sweetness. Its mellow taste is known to go well with a variety of meals.
Join our guide for a wonderful sake tasting tour.

The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Group Tour
Group Tour - G-242-B: This is a group tour, so you may be joining other guests. Let’s enjoy experiencing Japan’s rich sake culture together!
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Opportunity to learn about sake brewing processes
  • Tasting of various sake types with unique flavors
  • Guided sake tasting tour
  • Visit to multiple sake breweries in Saijo, Hiroshima

Meeting point
In front of the ticket gate of Saijo Station. The guide will be holding with yellow sign.
Return details
In front of the ticket gate of Saijo Station. The guide will be holding with yellow sign.

  • Saijosakagura-dori Street
    Seven sake breweries line the streets of Saijo. Each of these breweries has a slightly different flavor. Some are dry and some are sweet. Enjoy the different tastes by tasting them with your guide.
  • Kamotsuru Sake Brewery
    Kamotsuru Sake Brewery, founded in 1873 in Higashihiroshima, is famed for producing sake presented to the Japanese Imperial Family. Known for its refined, well-balanced flavor, it blends tradition and innovation, offering visitors a polished tasting experience in Saijo’s sake town.
  • Fukubijin Sake Breweries
    Fukubijin Sake Brewery in Higashihiroshima is known as a former training hub for master brewers, playing a key role in shaping Saijo’s sake culture. Founded in 1917, it continues to craft smooth, approachable sake using local water and traditional techniques rooted in craftsmanship.
  • Kamoizumi Sake Brewery
    Kamoizumi Sake Brewery, located in Hiroshima, is celebrated for its dedication to traditional brewing methods and premium sake. Visitors can tour the picturesque brewery, learn about the brewing process, and enjoy tastings of their signature smooth, full-bodied sake. The brewery’s charming setting offers an immersive experience into Japan’s sake culture, making it a must-visit for connoisseurs and newcomers alike.
  • Kirei Sake Brewery
    Kirei Sake Brewery, established in 1887 in Hiroshima, is famous for its smooth, rich sake made with local ingredients. Visitors can enjoy a guided tour of the historic brewery, where they’ll learn about the traditional brewing process. The experience includes tastings of various sake, and guests can also purchase exclusive brews from the brewery shop.
  • Saijotsuru Brewery
    Saijotsuru Sake Brewery, a small but respected brewery in Higashihiroshima, is known for its hands-on approach and dedication to traditional brewing. Using soft water and time-honored methods, it produces sake with a smooth, rich flavor beloved by locals and connoisseurs alike.
  • Hakubotan Brewery
    Founded in 1675, Hakubotan Sake Brewery offers a glimpse into centuries-old brewing tradition. Visitors can enjoy a calm, nostalgic atmosphere while sampling mellow, easy-to-drink sake in a historic setting that captures the charm of old Saijo.
  • Sanyotsuru Sake Brewery, a family-owned gem in Saijo, sets itself apart by focusing on small-batch, artisanal production. Unlike larger breweries, they emphasize hands-on brewing techniques passed down through generations, allowing for unique, carefully crafted sake. Visitors can enjoy a personalized experience, learning about traditional methods and sampling the full spectrum of their sake, all while experiencing the warmth of the local, community-oriented atmosphere.
  • Hiroshima
    Saijo is a city located in Hiroshima. In addition to Saijo, there are many other places of interest in Hiroshima, such as the Atomic Bomb Dome and Itsukushima Shrine!

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • By Japanese law, persons under 20 years of age are not allowed to taste alcohol.
  • The tour includes visits to 7 sake breweries, but please note that the number of breweries and the duration of each visit may vary depending on the breweries' operating conditions and the tasting experiences available on the day.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Hiroshima Sake Tasting Guided Tour - Visit 7 Breweries in 2 Hours

    Location Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan
    $133
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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