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Takayama Sake 101 History, Culture and Tasting

Location Takayama, Gifu Prefecture, Japan
$62.51
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Overview

Discover Takayama’s old town through its sake, culture, and history. On this guided walking tour, visit local sake breweries, taste authentic Hida sake, and learn how the region’s cold climate, clean mountain water, and long brewing traditions shape its unique flavors. Along the way, explore charming historic streets and hear stories about Takayama’s merchant culture, festivals, and local life. A relaxed and enjoyable experience for travelers who want more than just sightseeing.

Please note that the breweries visited may change depending on the operating status of each sake brewery on the day of the tour. In such cases, we may guide you to other local sake breweries instead.
Takayama Sake 101 History, Culture and Tasting
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour

  • Takayama History & Culture Introduction
  • Takayama’s sake is shaped by cold mountain weather, clean Hida water, and quality rice. Enjoy smooth, aromatic local sake from historic breweries in the old town.
  • Public transportation

Meeting point
Our meeting point is our tour desk where we have a company sign. A guide will be waiting for customers there.
Return details
Our meeting point is our tour desk where we have a company sign. A guide will be waiting for customers there.

  • Hirase Shuzo Brewery
    Visit Hirase Brewery, the oldest sake brewery in Takayama, founded in 1623 and known for its signature brand, Kusudama. Located in the historic old town, this family-run brewery has preserved traditional sake-making techniques for over 400 years, using quality rice and the cold climate of Hida to create refined local sake. A great stop for travelers who want to experience Takayama’s deep sake culture in an authentic setting.
  • Harada Sake Brewery
    Visit Harada Brewery, a historic sake brewery in Takayama’s old town founded in 1855. Known for its signature brand Sansha, the brewery continues to make Hida local sake using the region’s clean water, quality rice, and cold mountain climate. Located along the charming Sanmachi Street, it is a great stop for travelers who want to experience authentic sake culture in the heart of Takayama.

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Takayama Sake 101 History, Culture and Tasting

    Location Takayama, Gifu Prefecture, Japan
    $62.51
    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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