Hiroshima: Sake Town Tour in Saijo Hiroshima
ID: GYG648826-1074937
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
The town has breweries, situated along Sakagura-Dori (Sake Brewery Street).
On our tour, we will stroll through the historic streets going from brewery to brewery to enjoy samples of local sake.
Saijo breweries are concentrated in such a tight area because of the “shikomi mizu,” the water that is essential for producing sake. Hailed as a “miracle water” with a medium hardness suited to sake brewing, it bubbles under the ground of this area in the Saijo district. What’s more, is that apparently there are subtle differences in the water’s components according to a brewery’s location. Shikomi Mizu is an absolute must for sake.
If you want to discover the true taste of sake you must visit Saijo (Hiroshima Prefecture)
Our tour begins with a tasting and sake explanation at Kamotsuru. This sake brewery is representative of Hiroshima sake. Kamotsuru boasts an impressive lineup of 12 unique bottles. Visiting this spot first we will see many artifacts and learn about the brewing process.
After our first brewery visit, we will head off to try a local specialty hot-pot dish made with premium sake, called Bishu Nabe, and other tasting plates made with Saijo ingredients. Learn about the history of this tasty dish at a local lunch spot. (bishu nabe must be ordered in advance so for last-minute bookings for the tour we may have an alternate lunch menu.) After lunch, stroll the picturesque streets and go brewery hopping. Tasting rooms are each unique and you can sample many kinds of sake and sake-based products. Visit a local cafe and enjoy sweets and a snack break inspired by Japanese rice wine.
At each brewery will sit be able to sample different kinds of sake. If you find a type you like, the brewery shops carry a huge variety for you to purchase and take home.
Highlights
- 3-hour tour of Saijo district in Hiroshima
- Visit 4-6 local sake breweries to get a sense of the differences.
- See how a brewery works and get a sense of what goes into the production.
- Enjoy a local specialty hot-pot lunch only made in this small, historic town.
- Dessert stop with sweets and snacks.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Walking Level Moderate
The front of the Higashihiroshimashi Information Centre 東広島市観光案内所 inside Saijo Station.
Take the Sanyo Main Line from Hiroshima Station. The train leaves approximately every 10 minutes and takes about 35-40 minutes.
Our guide will be in front of the info center, holding an “Arigato Travel” sign.
We suggest wearing comfortable shoes as there will be walking involved.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
