Hiroshima Saijo Sake Tasting Tour with visit to 3 Breweries

Saijo is one of Japan's three major sake-producing regions. There are seven sake breweries within walking distance of Saijo Station, and you can efficiently tour three of the seven breweries in an hour and a half while listening to an English guide explain the history of each brewery and the sake they make. You can also sample sake recommended by each brewery. You can sample a variety of sake, including daiginjo, junmai sake, and umeshu, so you're sure to find your favorite. Some breweries do not offer sake tastings on weekdays, so being able to sample at such breweries is extremely valuable. ＊According to Japanese law, the legal drinking age is 20. Participants under 20, including infants, are not allowed to join. ＊This is a tasting tour. Please note that you will not be able to observe the sake brewing process.

1. 1

   Saijo

   15 min

   Meet in front of the Tourist Information Center at Saijo Station(It is located right outside of the ticketing gate) https://maps.app.goo.gl/9LB144EpRfWEvhKi9

2. 2

   Kamotsuru Sake Brewery

   20 min

   Kamotsuru is the pioneer in Ginjo sake brewing. Watching a 10 minute video introducing Sake making and Tasting Daiginjo-Type, " Daiginjo Gold Kamotsuru" @ Kamotsuru Visitor room.(A part of the course on the day is subject to change)

3. 3

   Fukubijin Sake Breweries

   15 min

   Fukubijin was called the Saijo Brewing School and has produced many outstanding mater brewers. Let's taste "Fukubijin Junmai-Shu." You can try warm Sake during winter season! (A part of the course on the day is subject to change)

4. 4

   Hakubotan Brewery

   15 min

   Hakubotan is one of the oldest sake breweries in Hiroshima Prefecture. It was founded in 1675. You will have the opportunity to taste "Hiroshima Gensyu広島原酒," and plum wine soaked in Daiginjo-shu.(＊A part of the course on the day is subject to change)

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• This tour group is not responsible for any injuries or thefts within the tour.

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