• Nishinomiya, a key center in Japan’s sake industry, is renowned for its rich history and exceptional sake. This tour takes you to three distinguished breweries: Hakushika, Hakutaka, and Nihon Sakari, each with a unique approach to brewing.
• Start at Hakushika, known for its fragrant, crisp sake, followed by Hakutaka, where the sake is sharp and clean with a subtle aroma. Finally, visit Nihon Sakari, famous for its aromatic, full-bodied sake.
• Explore brewing facilities where ancient techniques meet modern innovations. Learn about the sake-making process, from rice selection to fermentation, shaping Nishinomiya’s distinctive flavors.
• Exclusive tastings highlight the diverse profiles of each brewery’s sake. Discover the traditions and craftsmanship that have made Nishinomiya a sake hub.
• With expert guides, gain insight into the cultural and historical significance of Nishinomiya’s sake-making legacy. This tour deepens your appreciation of Japan’s sake heritage and craftsmanship.

The first stop on the tour is Nishinomiya Shrine. The town of Nishinomiya is located on the main highway connecting Kyoto to the western part of Japan and also has a harbor, which has made it a busy place where people and goods have gathered since ancient times, and where people visit the shrine to pray. The shrine also became a spiritual center for sake brewers, as rice and other raw materials for sake were readily available and sake could be sold by ship to various destinations.