Kakogawa Wagyu Cuture Experience including Kobe Beef Shabu Shabu

Experience a simulated auction at the Kakogawa Meat Market. Witness the meat processing at Daiju Shoten, observing how beef carcasses are deboned. at Hirai. Let's try to experience cutting meat under the guidance of a professional butcher. Tasting unique shabu-shabu lunch featuring a Kobe beef meat cake, a truly special culinary experience‼ Gain a deeper understanding of Kakogawa's meat industry and learn about the fascinating world of meat production.

1. 1

   Himeji

   Pass by

   Meet your guide at Shinkansen ticket gate of Himeji station. If you travel from Tokyo, Kyoto or Osaka, please travel with bullet train, "Nozomi 7", the departure time from Tokyo St. is 6:51 AM, from Kyoto St. is 9:02 AM and from Shin-Osaka St. is 9:17 AM.

2. 2

   Kakogawa

   20 min

   Daiju Shoten We will visit Daiju Shoten, located next to the Kakogawa Meat Center, to observe the process of boning beef carcasses.

3. 3

   Kakogawa

   15 min

   Oniku Hirai Let's learn and observe the process of transforming primal cuts into retail-ready meat. You will also have the opportunity to try cutting meat under the guidance of a craftsman.

4. 4

   Kakogawa

   1 hour

   Sabo 1538 After cutting meat experience, enjoy a delicious Kobe beef shabu-shabu lunch at SABO1538. The association has previously created the world's largest meat cake and was recognized by Guinness World Records. This tour lunch will be same creatively presented in a cake-like form. You will definitely be surprised by its unique and beautiful decoration!

5. 5

   Kakogawa

   20 min

   Kakogawa Meat Center is a comprehensive facility that handles the entire process from receiving livestock to slaughtering, cutting, and distributing carcasses. In this tour, you can experience a simulated auction at an actual auction site.

6. 6

   Himeji

   Pass by

   Tour ends at Himeji station around 14:30 PM. If you travel from Tokyo, Kyoto or Osaka, we will recommend the bullet train is "Nozomi 98" or after this one, departure time from Himeji St. is 14:59 PM, the arrival time at Shin-Osaka St. is 15:28PM, Kyoto St. is 15:43PM and Tokyo st. is 17:57 PM

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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