Hiroshima Saijo Sake Tasting Tour with visit to 7 Breweries
Hiroshima, Japan

Hiroshima Saijo Sake Tasting Tour with visit to 7 Breweries

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79/100

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Is Hiroshima Saijo Sake Tasting Tour with visit to 7 Breweries worth booking?

Hiroshima Saijo Sake Tasting Tour with visit to 7 Breweries is a 2-hour experience in Hiroshima, Japan, from $85 per person. It scores 79 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 123 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
79 / 100
Rating
5/5 (123)
Duration
2 hours
From
$85 per person

Saijo is one of the three major sake brewing area in Japan. Within a roughly one-kilometer walking distance from Saijo Station, there are seven sake breweries. You can efficiently tour all the breweries in only two hours while listening to the English speaking guide's explanation about the history and sake of each brewery. You can also sample the sake recommended by each brewery. You can taste various types of sake, such as Daiginjo, Junmai, and Frozen sake. Some of the breweries do not usually offer sake tasting on weekdays, so it is very valuable to be able to sample sake from all the breweries. If there is space available on the day of the tour, you can register up to 4 hours before the tour starts. Please come and find your favorite sake! *According to Japanese law, the legal drinking age is 20. Participants under 20, including infants, are not allowed to join. *This is a tasting tour. Please note that you will not be able to observe the sake brewing process.

What you get

    About this experience

    Saijo is one of the three major sake brewing area in Japan. Within a roughly one-kilometer walking distance from Saijo Station, there are seven sake breweries. You can efficiently tour all the breweries in only two hours while listening to the English speaking guide's explanation about the history and sake of each brewery. You can also sample the sake recommended by each brewery. You can taste various types of sake, such as Daiginjo, Junmai, and Frozen sake. Some of the breweries do not usually offer sake tasting on weekdays, so it is very valuable to be able to sample sake from all the breweries. If there is space available on the day of the tour, you can register up to 4 hours before the tour starts. Please come and find your favorite sake! *According to Japanese law, the legal drinking age is 20. Participants under 20, including infants, are not allowed to join. *This is a tasting tour. Please note that you will not be able to observe the sake brewing process.

    What's included

    Included

    • Alcoholic beverages
    • English guide

    Not included

    • Services other than the above

    What you'll see and do

    1. Saijo

      Meet in front of the Tourist Information Center at Saijo Station(It is located right outside of the ticketing gate) https://maps.app.goo.gl/9LB144EpRfWEvhKi9

      15 minutes here

    2. Kamotsuru Sake Brewery

      Kamotsuru is the pioneer in Ginjo sake brewing. Watching a 10 minute video introducing Sake making and Tasting Daiginjo-Type, " Daiginjo Gold Kamotsuru" @ Kamotsuru Visitor room.

      20 minutes here

    3. Fukubijin Sake Breweries

      Fukubijin was called the Saijo Brewing School and has produced many outstanding mater brewers. Let's taste "Fukubijin Junmai-Shu." You can try warm Sake during winter season!

      10 minutes here

    4. Kamoizumi Sake Brewery

      Kamoizumi was one of the first breweries in Japan to begin brewing junmai-shu (pure rice sake) using only rice and koji mold as ingredients. Taste their signature product, "Junmai Ginjoshu 朱泉 Honjikomi."

      15 minutes here

    5. Saijo Sakaguradori Tourist Information Center

      Distributes brouchures, offers information about Sakagura-dori Street, and is stocked with souvenirs. Take a restroom break here.

      10 minutes here

    6. Kirei Sake Brewery

      Kirei Shuzo is characterized by its dry taste compared to other Saijo sake. You will taste "Yoshidaya’s Sake," a limited sake blended by the brewery with sake that is ready to drink in that month.

      10 minutes here

    7. Saijotsuru Brewery

      Saijotsuru brews sake using traditional techniques passed down from generation to generation by Hiroshima sake brewers. You can taste "Junmai Daiginjo Genshu Shinzui" which has been repeatedly awarded by Monde Selection.

      10 minutes here

    8. Hakubotan Brewery

      Hakubotan is one of the oldest sake breweries in Hiroshima Prefecture. It was funded in 1675. You will have the opportunity to taste "Hyoka," which is unfiltered sake that has been fresh frozen in a special way, and plum wine soaked in Daiginjo-shu.

      15 minutes here

    9. Sanyotsuru is the only sake brewery located west of Saijo Station. You can try to taste cloudy sake and sake ware is also available for sale.

      15 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Hiroshima

    At JR Saijo Station 2F Please arrive at the meeting place 10 minutes early.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    At JR Saijo Station 2F Please arrive at the meeting place 10 minutes early.

    Options you can book

    • Sake Tasting Guided Tour in Saijo with Visit to 7 Breweries

    • Temporary Tour-1

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Mon, Fri
    Group size
    Up to 6 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Higashi Hiroshima City Tourism Association

    Know before you go

    • 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
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the tour starts. If you are late for the 1:00 PM start time, you will not be able to visit all the breweries. Please note that if you are more than 15 minutes late for the tour start time, your reservation will be automatically canceled and a cancellation fee will apply.
    • If the tour is suddenly canceled due to bad weather, etc., We will contact you on your registered email by 5pm the day before. Unless you receive prior notice from us, the tour will proceed as scheduled. If you cancel at your own discretion, the standard cancellation fee will apply.
    • Tour schedules and cancellation policies are based on local Japan time.
    • This tour group is not responsible for any injuries or thefts within the tour.
    • The tour schedule above is an example. The order of the sake breweries visited may change depending on the number of groups on the day.
    • Even if you decide to not drink alcohol, the tour fee will remain the same.
    • Please keep in mind that a part of the course on the day is subject to change
    • Spanish-speaking guides can also be arranged. If you require one, please inquire in advance.
    • This is a tasting tour. Please note that you will not be able to observe the sake brewing process.
    • According to Japanese law, the legal drinking age is 20. Participants under 20, including infants, are not allowed to join.
    • This tour features a 2-hour walking tour visiting seven breweries. As you will walk approximately 1.5 km while tasting Sake, we recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes.

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 123 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    6 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    6 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Food and drink

    5 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Small groups

    2 mentions

    The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

    Traveler reviews

    123 verified traveler reviews for Hiroshima Saijo Sake Tasting Tour with visit to 7 Breweries. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    43trentonb · October 2026

    Great Sake Tour and overall experience.

    We had an amazing time learning about all the old traditional Sake breweries, and our guide Ione was both super friendly and very knowledgeable. Can't recommend enough, for anyone wanting to experience Sake culture and visit Saijo.

    via Tripadvisor

    carolinadN7930RM · October 2026

    Great and fun tour

    Fun and great tour. Ione is very knowledgeable and fun. We had a great time learning about the traditions and the making of sake as well as tasting it! Totally recommend!

    via Tripadvisor

    April_S · October 2026

    A Wonderful Experience

    Easy to find, great sake, and a good walk! The excellent host for our small group (Ione) took us to several sake breweries where we could try eight sakes brewed in very different ways. All were fantastic, but most were not the sake easy to find overseas. They were a variety of types and flavors, from dry to sparkling. I would not recommend this tour to anyone that doesn't like sake or isn't prepared for a tasting of a whole range of traditional liquor, as you often try the drink in front of the brewers. The five of us ended our tour delighted to have gone and sorry we did not have more time to spend. I even went and tried more sake as I tried to buy bottles from all the breweries we had visited! Please support the town and sake breweries and consider this tour!

    via Viator

    lakshmym2026 · October 2026

    Memorable Sake tasting experience

    We have tasted Sake available in UK and wanted to experience and compare it to the authentic taste in Japan. In a compact trip, when we were informed about this Sake tasting in Saijo as an option, we couldn’t resist it and what an experience!! Our guide Ione was not only very helpful but she made the whole tour a very memorable experience. All selected Sake were an experience in itself and some we know we can never get once we leave this beautiful country. Meeting the master brewer himself and understanding the skill & knowledge it takes to make this drink will always stay with me. Arigato gozaimasu

    via Tripadvisor

    Trawelogist · October 2026

    Saijo Sake experience

    Excellent guide - Ione! Fabulous overall experience Tasted Sake I never knew and had’

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    2 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Mon, Fri
    Price range
    $85 to $15,000
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    43
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Why this scores 79

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)99
    Review evidence (18% weight)74
    Booking momentum (14% weight)69
    Value for money (12% weight)45
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)61
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Hiroshima Saijo Sake Tasting Tour with visit to 7 Breweries: questions travelers ask

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    How much does Hiroshima Saijo Sake Tasting Tour with visit to 7 Breweries cost?

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    Prices start at $85 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hiroshima usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Hiroshima Saijo Sake Tasting Tour with visit to 7 Breweries take?

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    Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Hiroshima is not rushed.

    Is Hiroshima Saijo Sake Tasting Tour with visit to 7 Breweries worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 79 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 123 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Hiroshima, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Hiroshima Saijo Sake Tasting Tour with visit to 7 Breweries?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Hiroshima Saijo Sake Tasting Tour with visit to 7 Breweries suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Hiroshima Saijo Sake Tasting Tour with visit to 7 Breweries?

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    Around 43 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Hiroshima can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Hiroshima and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Hiroshima Saijo Sake Tasting Tour with visit to 7 Breweries start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Hiroshima within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Hiroshima?

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    On Outty we rank every Hiroshima experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Peaceful Hiroshima & Miyajima UNESCO 1 Day Bus Tour, Hiroshima Peace (Heiwa) Walking Tour at World Heritage Sites, Hiroshima and Miyajima Day Trip with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Hiroshima?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

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    What is included in Hiroshima Saijo Sake Tasting Tour with visit to 7 Breweries?

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    Included: Alcoholic beverages; and English guide. Not included: Services other than the above. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Hiroshima Saijo Sake Tasting Tour with visit to 7 Breweries?

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    At JR Saijo Station 2F Please arrive at the meeting place 10 minutes early. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Hiroshima Saijo Sake Tasting Tour with visit to 7 Breweries offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Hiroshima Saijo Sake Tasting Tour with visit to 7 Breweries?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Hiroshima Saijo Sake Tasting Tour with visit to 7 Breweries wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers; and According to Japanese law, the legal drinking age is 20. Participants under 20, including. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Hiroshima Saijo Sake Tasting Tour with visit to 7 Breweries if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Hiroshima. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Hiroshima Saijo Sake Tasting Tour with visit to 7 Breweries?

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    Across 123 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    What booking options are available for Hiroshima Saijo Sake Tasting Tour with visit to 7 Breweries?

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    There are 2 options to choose from, including Sake Tasting Guided Tour in Saijo with Visit to 7 Breweries, Temporary Tour-1. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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