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Saijo Sake Brewery Tour in Higashihiroshima (2.5 Hours)
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Joined 2024
Step into the heart of Japan’s sake culture in Saijo, a charming town just 35 minutes from Hiroshima by JR train. Stroll along the historic Sake Brewery Street (Sakagura-dori), lined with traditional white-walled storehouses and towering red brick chimneys.
Let me take you to this picturesque district, where you’ll learn how sake is made and enjoy tastings at seven different breweries.
This tour offers a truly authentic and unforgettable experience—all easily accessible from Hiroshima.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
JR Saijo Station
- (at the exit of the ticket gates)
Kamotsuru
Pioneer in Ginjo Sake brewery
-multilingual panels and video
-premium sake tasting
Fukubijin
The Former "Saijo Brewing School"-turning out many master brewers
-sake tasting and more-to-see
Kamoizumi
Famous for their Junmai-shu(sake) brewery
-sake tasting
-Shusenkan (the former Hiroshima Prefectural Saijo Seishu Jozo Shijo: sake brewing branch)
Kirei
The driest sake among Hiroshima's typically sweet selections
-sake tasting
Saijotsuru
Gold Quality label has been repeatedly awarded by Monde Selection
-sake tasting
Hakubotan
One of the oldest sake breweries in Hiroshima
-video gallery
-Munakata Shiko's woodblock prints
-sake tasting
Sanyotsuru
Japanese sake and calligrapy
-sake tasting
-there is a restaurant behind the store
Ending Point
Saijo Station
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
-Guiding fee
-Guide's transportation from home to the meet-up place and backward
-Sake tasking fees: please pay for what you drink
Tour Important Information
* Kindly note that sake tastings may occasionally be unavailable due to the breweries' circumstances.
* Alcohols are allowed here over 20 years old.
Before booking this tour, please let me know your preferred travel date so I can check with the breweries to confirm availability.
Important message from the supplier
Weekdays are basically available.
Weekends are also available upon request, though, family matters are prioritized.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2024
About Tour Guide Keiko K.
Hello, welcome to my profile! I'm Keiko (Kay). As a national certified guide deeply passionate about the rich history, culture, and natural beauty of this area, I am eager to share these experiences with you. With over 16 years of experience living abroad, mostly in Europe, I've had the privilege of immersing myself in diverse cultures and meeting incredible people from around the world. I'm sociable, outgoing and love making new connections wherever I go.
I'm also very active, enjoying sports like badminton, biking, jogging, and dancing, especially zumba and salsa. On top of that, I've been playing the piano for over *xx years, a passion that brings balance to my life. (The reason XX is simply because I hesitate to disclose my age...)
Health and nutrition are important to me, as is the same to everyone, and I love exploring new ways to stay healthy and enjoy good food!
Our itinerary will take us through some of the most iconic landmarks, as well as a few hidden gems that only locals know about. Whether you’re interested in exploring ancient architecture, indulging in the local cuisine, or learning about the fascinating history that has shaped this place, I am here to tailor the tour to your interests.
Would I be a good fit for your company here in Hiroshima?
Warm regards,
Keiko(Kay)
Reviews
Manfred K.
“Thank you for a perfect tour in Hiroshima”
The tour with Keiko was lovely, interesting and informative. Her knowledge of history, culture, food and so many other things is brilliant. We saw and learnt an incredible amount. Thank you for this unforgettable day in Hiroshima.
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Keiko K.
Thank you so much for your warm and heartfelt review. It had been a while since my last tour (July) in German, so I was a little nervous at first. But your warmth and smiles soon put me at ease. After our tour, I happened to run into another group of German travelers and had a chance to chat with them. So, it turned out to be a day filled with German language! Next time, let’s take on the challenge of climbing Mt. Misen on Miyajima in winter! I’m looking forward to it. Enjoy the rest of your journey in Japan! Kind regards, Kay(Keiko)
Jesus G.
“The best of the best ”
Our day with Kay in Hiroshima and Miyajima was, without a doubt, one of the highlights of our trip to Japan. From the very beginning, Kay was incredibly professional, friendly, and attentive. Her itinerary was perfectly organized, with excellent timing throughout the day, allowing us to enjoy every place without ever feeling rushed. Every detail had clearly been carefully planned. What made the experience truly exceptional was Kay herself. She is deeply knowledgeable and genuinely passionate about Japanese history and culture, and you can see how much she enjoys sharing it with her guests. She explained everything with enthusiasm, patience, and warmth, making every visit even more meaningful. Kay also went far beyond what we expected. She stayed with us until the very end, helping us with the station lockers, checking into our hotel, and even making sure we got to the right restaurant. Her kindness and dedication made us feel completely looked after throughout the entire day. If you are looking for a guide in Hiroshima, don’t hesitate for a second—book Kay. She is exceptional, and we couldn’t recommend her more highly. Thank you, Kay, for giving us such a memorable and unforgettable day. We will always remember Hiroshima and Miyajima with great affection because of you.
Keiko K.
Thank you so much for your heartfelt and wonderful review! It truly means a lot to me. From the very moment we met, seeing all of you smiling and waving so enthusiastically made me feel as if I was meeting old friends again. It was such a warm and happy start to the day. Thank you as well for sharing the photo we took together on Miyajima. Spending the day with your lovely family was a real pleasure. The summer heat was intense, but thanks to all of you, I had such a fun and memorable time. I’m also looking forward to seeing your little model grow up one day!! Please come back to Hiroshima again someday. I’d love to see you all again! Hugs, Kay
Amy K.
“Best day in Hiroshima”
Kay was an amazing guide for our multi generational family. She helped us navigate a packed itinerary very smoothly which was so appreciated at the tail end of our trip to Japan and on a very hot day. She is full of knowledge and answered all of our questions all day long. Grandparents and teenagers agreed that she was a highlight of our trip and we are so grateful to have had her as a guide in Hiroshima and Miyajima.
Keiko K.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review so quickly! It was a very hot and humid day today, but I was truly happy to meet such a wonderful family. We were also lucky that the tide at Miyajima was low enough for us to walk all the way out to the Great Torii Gate. If the weather had been cooler, I would have loved to show you even more places, but we’ll save those for your next visit. I hope to see you again in Hiroshima someday! Wishing you a safe travel back to Canada. Warmest regards, Kay
$126/ per group
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