Inuyama Sweet Sake Tasting & Custom Bottling From Nagoya

New1 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Honey J Tours

About this activity

Step into a 1597 brewery—a Registered Tangible Cultural Property—and discover Nindoshu, a naturally sweet, liqueur-like sake crafted without any added sugar. As the only remaining Nindoshu brewery in Japan, its 430-year-old recipe is fiercely protected by the "Isshi Soden" tradition, passed orally to just one heir per generation. Beyond exploring this untouched samurai-era heritage, you will personalize two bottles with custom hand-written labels. Take one home as a unique souvenir, and leave the second to age in the cellar—waiting to be poured upon your return visit, or shipped to you in the future.

What's included

✓Bottle sealing on the brewery's hand press and custom label making
✓Access to cellars not otherwise open to the public
✓2 bottles of Nindoshu: 1 home with you, 1 aged in the cellar
✓Snack pairing of local Moriguchi radish and cream cheese monaka
✓Shared brewery tour at Kojima Jozo, brewing since 1597 with English Interpreter
✓Guided tasting of 4–5 pours for guests aged 20 and over, including unfiltered Nindoshu

Not included

✕Transport to and from the meeting point
✕Shipping of your preserved bottle
✕Non-alcoholic beverage option

Meeting and pickup

Important: The experience takes place in Inuyama. Nagoya Station is only a suggested departure hub. You will need to take the Meitetsu train to Inuyama Station (a 30-minute ride), followed by a short walk to the brewery.
Getting there: a 10-minute walk from the west exit of Meitetsu Inuyama Station. Inuyama Station is about 30 minutes by limited express from Meitetsu Nagoya Station. Inuyama-Yuen Station is also nearby but Inuyama Station is the closer approach on foot.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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