• Mitate Shrine - 14:05～14:30 Mitate Shrine
  Mitate Shrine is dedicated to the deity of sake and has been revered by Saijo’s sake brewers for generations. Representatives from the seven breweries convene here to offer prayers before the sake brewing season commences. Historically, Japanese people have celebrated the bountiful rice harvest, used it to brew sake, and offered it to the gods as a gesture of gratitude. A key offering to the gods is omiki—sacred sake crafted from this valuable rice. Visitors will gain a deeper appreciation of the link between sake and Japan’s cultural and spiritual heritage.
• Kamotsuru Sake Brewery - 14:30～15:00 Kamotsuru Sake Brewing Co. Ltd (Sake museum shop)
  At the Kamotsuru Sake museum shop, visitors can explore the sake brewing process through distinctive displays and exhibits. Additionally, there is an opportunity to sample Junmai Daiginjo Hiroshima Nishiki, a premium sake served to world leaders during the “Working Dinner” at the 2023 G7 Hiroshima Summit. Furthermore, visitors can taste the well water used for sake brewing, sourced from the Fukujin Well, which is accessible to the public at this site.
• Hakubotan Brewery - 15:10～16:00 Hakubotan Sake Brewery
  Hakubotan Brewery has a rich history spanning over 350 years. At Hakubotan, brewery staff will provide a special tour of the Tenpo Brewery, which is typically not open to the public. Visitors will also enjoy a tasting of frozen namazake (unpasteurized sake) – sake frozen immediately after pressing to maintain its freshness and flavor.
• 山陽鶴酒造株式会社 - 16:15～17:00 Sanyotsuru Sake Brewery
  In the charming, traditional setting of Sanyotsuru Brewery, visitors can engage in a unique calligraphy experience. Using spring water from Mount Ryuo and sumi ink, along with traditional Kumano brushes, participants will write meaningful words on a sake label while reflecting on their journey in Saijo. This personalized label will be affixed to a sake bottle, creating a one-of-a-kind keepsake. This activity, known as “Tipsy Calligraphy,” encourages free expression of thoughts and emotions in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere.
• France-ya - 17:00～19:00 France-ya
  France-ya is a restaurant operated by Kamotsuru Brewing. Here, guests can savor bishu-nabe (Saijo’s local hotpot dish made with sake) and other appetizers perfectly paired with Kamotsuru sake. There is also an opportunity to sample a variety of Kamotsuru’s finest brews. Enjoy the meal with a local guide, and explore the essence of Japanese traditions and culture through this unforgettable dining experience.

• Experience fees
• Food and beverage costs
• Sake tasting fees (partial)
• Souvenirs
• Insurance

• Transportation to the meeting point

Join this tour to delve into Saijo’s esteemed sake brewing heritage with a guided exploration of three sake breweries. Uncover the history and culture of sake, deeply intertwined with nature, the community, and its people. Savor the distinct flavors of each brewery’s sake and gain insight into their dedication to craftsmanship.
At Sanyotsuru, partake in a unique calligraphy session using the same spring water employed in sake brewing. Grind ink and design your own sake label on special paper, traditionally used for genuine sake labels. This can serve as your personalized keepsake.
The tour wraps up with a sake and food pairing experience at a local restaurant, showcasing Setouchi cuisine that pairs perfectly with Saijo sake.
This is a genuine tour offering an opportunity to fully engage with the rich essence of Japanese hospitality and the deep soul of its culture.

• During dinner, there will be sake tasting and comparisons. If you are under 20 years old or unable to consume alcohol, please inform us when booking.

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