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Tokoname
Tokoname Sake Tour: Brew, Taste & Label Your Own!
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Overview
Sake Brewery Tour and Label Making in Historic Tokoname offers a peek into the world of Japanese sake at the family-run Sawada Sake Brewery, which has been around since 1848. The tour is in Tokoname, a place known for making things with fermentation since the 1600s.
During the tour, an expert will show how sake is made, from getting the rice ready to the fermenting process. Visitors will see the old wooden tanks and rooms where the sake is brewed. After learning about the process, visitors get to try five different kinds of sake along with some yummy local foods. If visitors don't want to drink alcohol, there are other drinks available too. The best part is making your own label for a small can of sake to take home as a special souvenir. The tour starts at a Meeting Point, heads to Sawada Sake Brewery, and after the tour is done, returns to the Train Station and Meeting Point with Interpreter Guide, and ends at the Departure Point.
This experience includes travel insurance, a sake brewery tour, a chance to make a personalized sake can label (with one 180ml can to take home), a guide who speaks English, and a sake tasting of five kinds (with non-alcoholic choices). It doesn't include getting to the meeting point or tips for the guide (which are optional). This tour is a special way to see and taste one of Japan's most famous traditions. 
Highlights
See How Sake Is Made: Learn the secrets of sake brewing from rice to bottle.
Taste Real Japanese Sake: Try five kinds of sake with tasty local snacks.
Make Your Own Sake Label: Create a special label for your own sake can to take home.
Explore a Historic Brewery: Visit Sawada Sake Brewery, making sake since 1848.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers really enjoyed learning about sake making, tasting different sakes, and creating their own labels. They found the tour fun and informative, with delicious food pairings. Some wished for more time to explore the brewery and a longer tour overall.
Customers loved learning about how sake is made.
Many enjoyed tasting the different types of sake.
People thought making their own sake label was a fun and unique activity.
Visitors found the local food pairings to be delicious and a great complement to the sake.
Some people wished there was more time to explore the brewery.
A few visitors felt the tour could be longer.
The Journey
Meeting Point
Your journey begins with a seamless rendezvous with your guide, setting the stage for an exploration of Japan's hidden gems. This initial meeting ensures a personalized and enriching travel experience, creating anticipation for the adventures to come.
Sawada Sake Brewery
Immerse yourself in the time-honored tradition of sake making at Sawada Sake Brewery. Discover the meticulous process, from rice polishing to fermentation, and savor the distinct flavors of this iconic Japanese beverage. Nestled in a picturesque setting, the brewery offers a sensory experience that connects you to the heart of Japanese culture.
Train Station
Experience the efficiency and charm of Japan's railway system as you journey to the station by taxi. Observe the bustling atmosphere, the punctual trains, and the seamless connectivity that makes Japanese public transport a marvel. The station serves as a gateway to your next adventure, promising new discoveries and unforgettable experiences.
Meeting Point with Interpreter Guide
Encounter unparalleled insight and understanding as you meet your interpreter guide. This invaluable connection bridges cultural gaps, ensuring that every interaction is meaningful and every experience is deeply understood. Your guide unlocks a deeper level of appreciation for Japan's rich history and contemporary culture.
Departure Point
After a scenic drive through Japan's captivating landscapes, your group disperses, carrying with them memories of shared experiences and newfound friendships. This point marks the end of your guided journey, but the beginning of your independent exploration and continued discovery of Japan's many wonders.
Know Before You Go
This experience includes travel insurance, a sake brewery tour, a chance to make a personalized sake can label (with one 180ml can to take home), a guide who speaks English, and a sake tasting of five kinds (with non-alcoholic choices). It doesn't include getting to the meeting point or tips for the guide (which are optional). Meetup and departure occur at designated meeting points and train stations.
Hot Tip
Many visitors liked taking their time with the sake tasting to fully enjoy each flavor and pairing. Some suggest bringing a small bag to carry your sake can home safely.
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