Sake Tasting: Educational Tour of Six Takayama Breweries

4.9(8)2 hFree cancellationBy Will's Hida Takayama Tours

About this activity

Your guide is an experienced brewery worker who can explain what gives each sake its unique flavor, with a focus on the production processes and how each contributes to the final product.. By the end of the tour, you should have a good idea of what kind of sake you like, and how to find it.

You will enjoy walking through scenic old-town Takayama as you make the rounds of six sake breweries, sampling a variety of different styles. Remember to take it slow. That's a lot of sake!

Adults only, please (20 years old or older).

There is an optional behind-the-scenes tour of the production facilities at one of the breweries (subject to availability).

What's included

✓Optional factory tour admission fee
✓Price per person includes a selection of samples from each brewery.
✓Guide Fee

Not included

✕The tour does not include any food

Meeting and pickup

I will meet you at the red bridge near the scenic old town and we will proceed to the nearby breweries from there.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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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