Kobe Sake Brewery Tasting and Lunch Tour with Local Guide
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4 hours
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Sake tastings and a seasonal lunch in Kobe’s renowned district!
Discover Japan’s sake culture on a guided walking tour through Nada Gogo, one of the country’s most famous sake-producing regions. Starting near Hanshin Sumiyoshi Station, your local guide explains Kobe’s geography and why this area became ideal for sake brewing.
Visit three historic breweries—Hakutsuru, Kikumasamune, and Sakura Masamune—each with its own philosophy and flavor style. Learn how sake is made and how tradition and craftsmanship shape its taste, while enjoying tastings of 3 to 5 varieties at each stop.
The tour concludes at Sakura Masamune with a seasonal lunch in a traditional setting. Your guide will recommend dishes from the varied menu, with optional sake pairings to complete your meal. With walkable distances and a small group size, this experience suits both beginners and sake lovers seeking an authentic and meaningful cultural experience.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Participants must be 20 years of age or older, as the legal drinking age in Japan is 20.
What To Expect
Meeting & Welcome Briefing (Hanshin Sumiyoshi Station) We meet at Hanshin Sumiyoshi Station, where your guide will give a short welcome briefing, including self-introductions and an overview of the tour. After that, we take a 7-minute walk from the station while learning about Kobe’s geography, the Nada Gogo sake-producing area, and why this region became one of Japan’s most important sake-brewing centers.
Hakutsuru Sake Brewery Museum
Stop 1: Hakutsuru Sake Brewery Museum (Approx. 1 hour) The first stop is the Hakutsuru Sake Brewery Museum, operated by one of Japan’s most well-known sake brands with a long history of large-scale brewing. Here, many historical tools and documents have been carefully preserved. While viewing these valuable materials together, your guide will explain the traditional sake brewing process, its history, and how sake differs from other alcoholic beverages. After the visit, enjoy a tasting of 3–5 types of sake, followed by free time for shopping and souvenirs.
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Kobe Sake Brewery Tasting and Lunch Tour with Local Guide
What‘s Included
At each brewery, you will have the opportunity to taste around 3 to 5 different types of sake.
Lunch
Private transportation
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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