Private Tour

Kobe: 3-Hour Private Sake Tour in Japan’s Top Sake Area

Overview

Available languages

Japanese

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

Nada Gogo, a key region in Japan’s sake industry, is renowned for its dynamic production and rich history. This tour introduces you to three distinguished breweries, each with a unique philosophy and style of crafting sake.

Explore traditional facilities where centuries-old techniques blend with modern innovation. Learn about the sake-making process, from rice selection and polishing to fermentation and maturation, which give Nada Gogo sake its signature depth.

Along the way, enjoy exclusive tastings that showcase diverse flavors shaped by the region’s pure water, climate, and craftsmanship. Guides will share insights into the culture and traditions that established Nada Gogo as a leading hub in Japan’s sake world.

This immersive experience offers both tastings and a deeper appreciation of Japan’s sake heritage, leaving you with lasting insight into the artistry that makes this region a cornerstone of the industry.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Important Note: We only serve alcoholic drinks for travelers 18 years old and above.

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Hamafukutsuru Ginjo Brewery

Hamafukutsuru Ginjo Brewery in Kobe offers a unique glimpse into the art of premium sake brewing. This renowned brewery specializes in ginjo sake, known for its delicate and refined flavors. At the brewery, you can view the sake-making process through glass panels, observing the meticulous craftsmanship behind each bottle. The facility’s modern yet traditional design reflects the precision and care involved in brewing. Additionally, Hamafukutsuru provides an opportunity to sample its exquisite sake, allowing you to taste the results of its expert brewing techniques. The combination of immersive production insights and tasting experiences offers a memorable exploration of Kobe’s sake heritage.

55 minutes • Admission Included

Kiku-Masamune Shuzo Kinenkan

The Kiku-Masamune Sake Museum offers a profound look into the storied tradition and craftsmanship of one of Japan's most historic sake brewers. Known for its long-standing heritage, Kiku-Masamune Sake Brewery provides an immersive experience that celebrates the art of sake brewing. At the museum, visitors can explore exhibits that detail the rich history of Kiku-Masamune and the brewing process. The museum features various displays that illustrate the meticulous methods used in sake production, showcasing both traditional techniques and modern innovations. In addition to learning about the brewing process, visitors have the opportunity to sample a range of Kiku-Masamune's fine sakes. This tasting experience allows you to savor the results of the brewery's dedication to quality and craftsmanship. The Kiku-Masamune Sake Museum offers a unique chance to connect with the heritage of sake brewing and appreciate the depth of flavor and tradition behind each bottle.

55 minutes • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Guide fee

Up to 1,000 yen per brewery for tasting fees.

All Fees and Taxes

Brunch

Transportation from station

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Kobe: 3-Hour Private Sake Tour in Japan’s Top Sake Area

Reviews

5.00

8 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Incredible times learning about Nihonshu
Carlos C,,Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was an amazing and educative experience. Our guide Julien was the most friendly and willing to teach and share what he knew and let us enjoy an amazing time in the Sake breweries.
A must do in Kobe
alan m,,Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Visiting 3 sake breweries in kyobe was great. We learned all about sake making and tried various types from different breweries. He guide spoke very good English so was easy to understand and very friendly.
Great experience
eugeniocN2497SM,,Jul 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide was the best. We had a great time. The tour was worth every penny. The sake experience tour is worth every penny.
Great Tour!
Q9569FNtoms,,Jun 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent walking tour of Sake Breweries in Kobe. Our guide Aki was extremely knowledgeable and well prepared. She provided lots of information about the Sake Brewery. We tried so many different kinds of sake and found our favorite one to bring home! Highly recommend - especially with Aki as your guide. We had a great time with her!
Worth the trip to Kobe just for this tour
852chancem,,Apr 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a wonderful and informative tour. Momoe was a friendly and helpful guide who is fluent in English. The factory tours were where great and we could sample sake from different brewers and even limited batches. This is a great way for any sake lover to spend their time in Kobe.
Excellent Sake Brewery Tour!
572tatiannaf,,Mar 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent tour with Kisho. He was super knowledgeable and could translate between English and Japanese flawlessly for us. We learned a lot about the sake brewing process and got to taste a lot of good sake as well.
Sake tour
Maps372082,,Mar 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had really great private tour with Kanako. I especially liked the first one we visited Hamafukutsuru Ginjo Brewery. We became sake fans 😀
Great Sake Brewery tour
Y341KZdavidg,,Nov 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our tour guide, Kauro, was excellent! She was so fun, outgoing, and knowledgeable. She always made sure that we were well taken cared of. Kauro made sure that we got on the right train to our next destination. The tour itself was great too. They have great displays to show how sake is made and how these breweries make their sake taste so good. The tour includes 7 full shots of sake and other opportunities for free samples of sake The next time that we want to do a tour in the Osaka - Kobe area we'll try to ask for Kauro