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Saijo - Meet in front of the Tourist Information Center at Saijo Station (located just outside the ticketing gate) https://maps.app.goo.gl/9LB144EpRfWEvhKi9
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Kamotsuru Sake Brewery - Kamotsuru is a trailblazer in Ginjo sake brewing. Watch a 10-minute video on sake making and taste the Daiginjo-Type, “Daiginjo Gold Kamotsuru,” in the Kamotsuru Visitor Room.
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Fukubijin Sake Breweries - Known as the Saijo Brewing School, Fukubijin has produced many exceptional master brewers. Taste “Fukubijin Junmai-Shu.” Warm sake is available during the winter season!
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Kamoizumi Sake Brewery - Kamoizumi was among the first in Japan to brew junmai-shu (pure rice sake) using only rice and koji mold. Sample their signature product, “Junmai Ginjoshu 朱泉 Honjikomi.”
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Saijo Sakaguradori Tourist Information Center - Provides brochures, information about Sakagura-dori Street, and offers souvenirs. Take a restroom break here.
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Kirei Sake Brewery - Kirei Shuzo is known for its dry taste compared to other Saijo sakes. Taste “Yoshidaya’s Sake,” a limited edition sake blended by the brewery and ready to drink that month.
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Saijotsuru Brewery - Saijotsuru uses traditional techniques passed down through generations of Hiroshima sake brewers. Taste “Junmai Daiginjo Genshu Shinzui,” which has received multiple awards from Monde Selection.
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Hakubotan Brewery - One of the oldest sake breweries in Hiroshima Prefecture, founded in 1675. Taste “Hyoka,” an unfiltered sake that has been fresh frozen in a special way, and plum wine soaked in Daiginjo-shu.
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山陽鶴酒造株式会社 - Sanyotsuru is the only sake brewery west of Saijo Station. Try cloudy sake and purchase sake ware.
- Bottled water
- Sake cup
- English guide
- 8 different types of Sake tasting
- Services other than the above
Saijo is one of the three major sake brewing areas in Japan. Seven sake breweries are located within walking distance of Saijo Station. You can tour all the breweries in just two hours, guided by an English-speaking expert who will explain the history and unique qualities of each brewery’s sake. You’ll also have the opportunity to sample the recommended sakes from each brewery. With a variety of types to taste, including Daiginjo, Junmai, and Cloudy sake, you’re sure to discover a favorite. Some breweries don’t typically offer tastings on weekdays, making this tour a unique chance to sample sake from all of them. If there are spots available, you can register up to two hours before the tour begins. Come and find your favorite sake!
- According to Japanese law, the drinking age is 20 years old. Participants under the age of 20 are not permitted to participate.
- If the event is suddenly canceled due to bad weather, etc., We will contact you on your registered email by 5pm the day before.
- Please refrain from bringing infants and children with you.
- Tour schedules and cancellation policies are based on local Japan time.
- This tour group is not responsible for any injuries or thefts within the tour.
- The tour schedule above is an example. The order of the sake breweries visited may change depending on the number of groups on the day.
- Even if you decide to not drink alcohol, the tour fee will remain the same.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.