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Himeji Kansai Sushi Making and Sake Brewery Bus Tour

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Himeji Kansai Sushi Making and Sake Brewery Bus Tour

About this activity

Discover Japan's traditional culture and cuisine on this sushi and sake bus tour from Himeji Station! More than just a meal, you'll taste, learn, and create your way through Himeji's traditions with all five senses.

- Tour a Century-Old Sake Brewery: Visit Nadagiku Sake Brewery, set in a 100-year-old wooden building. With a guide, learn the history of sake brewing, take photos, and taste 3 to 5 varieties of Japanese sake.

- Hands-On Sushi-Making, Exclusively Yours: At the locally popular kaitenzushi (conveyor-belt sushi) restaurant Rikimaru—reserved just for this tour—make 8 pieces of nigiri with fresh, daily-delivered fish, guided by professional chefs.

- Become a Real Sushi Chef: Place your sushi onto the conveyor belt and watch it go around—just like a real chef! Then enjoy it served with aka-dashi (red miso soup).

- Additional sushi and drinks from Rikimaru's regular menu may be ordered for an extra charge.

What's included

  • ✓Sushi-making experience: 8 pieces of nigiri + red miso soup
  • ✓Round-trip and in-tour transportation from JR Himeji Station
  • ✓Interpreter guide (English/Mandarin Chinese/Japanese)
  • ✓Paid sake tasting & brewery tour

Not included

  • ✕Transportation to/from JR Himeji Station (before and after the tour) is not included.
  • ✕Additional sushi & drinks from Rikimaru's regular menu can be ordered at extra cost, paid on-site.

Meeting and pickup

  • Please meet-up at Himeji Station Central Exit Ticket Gate.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Important Note: In accordance with Japanese law, alcoholic drinks are served only to travelers aged 20 and above. Travelers under 20 will be served non-alcoholic options.

Cancellation policy

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

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