Explore the heart of Japan’s sake tradition with this immersive 3-hour walking tour through Nishinomiya, one of Japan’s most celebrated sake regions. Visit three distinct breweries, learn about centuries-old brewing methods, and enjoy a variety of tastings that showcase the unique character of the area’s sake.
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- Discover Nishinomiya, Japan’s renowned sake brewing region
- Explore three iconic breweries: Hakushika, Hakutaka, and Nihon Sakari
- Learn about traditional and modern sake-making techniques
- Enjoy exclusive tastings of diverse sake varieties
- Gain insight into the history and cultural heritage of sake in Hyogo Prefecture
Full description
Step into the historic world of Japanese sake in Nishinomiya—an area nestled between Kobe and Osaka and known for its pure water and high-quality rice, the essential ingredients for great sake.
This 3-hour guided experience takes you on a curated visit to three of the region’s leading breweries:
- Hakushika Brewery – Famous for its fragrant and crisp sake that appeals to both beginners and connoisseurs.
- Hakutaka Brewery – Known for subtle aroma and sharp, clean flavor, showcasing refined brewing techniques.
- Nihon Sakari Brewery – Offers richly aromatic sake and a heritage dating back to 1889.
You’ll begin your journey at Nishinomiya Jinja (Ebisu Shrine), the spiritual heart of local commerce and sake culture. Then, stroll between the breweries on foot with your local guide, who will share stories, insights, and cultural context along the way.
At each stop, you’ll explore the facilities, learn how sake is made—from rice polishing and fermentation to storage—and enjoy tasting samples that highlight the flavor profile unique to each brewery.
This small-group tour ensures a personal, in-depth experience, making it a perfect introduction to Japan’s sake craftsmanship and Nishinomiya’s brewing legacy.
Itinerary
Starting point:
Hanshin Nishinomiya Station, Ebisu-Guchi ticket gate
- Walk (5 min) to Nishinomiya Jinja Shrine – Guided introduction (15 min)
- Walk (15 min) to Hakutaka Brewery – Tour and tasting (20 min)
- Walk (5 min) to Hakushika Brewery – Brewery visit and tasting (40 min)
- Walk (15 min) to Nihon Sakari Brewery – Brewery visit and tasting (20 min)
- Walk (15 min) to Imazu Station (Tour ends)
Pricing
From ¥14,400 per person
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Includes
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Sake tastings at all three breweries
- Guided visits and cultural explanation
- Entry to Nishinomiya Shrine
Meeting point
Hanshin Nishinomiya Station (Ebisu-Guchi ticket gate)
1 Tanakachō, Nishinomiya, Hyogo 662-0973, Japan
Your guide will be holding a yellow sign with the DeepExperience logo.
Reviews
“We really enjoyed the activity! We tasted lots of sake. The guide was very nice, and since it was just my spouse and me, the tour was very personalized.”
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