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Drink sake at a shrine? Yes — and with a guide who loves sake as much as you do.
Begin your morning in the Kobe–Nishinomiya area, part of the legendary Nada region that produces nearly 25% of Japan’s sake. This region is famous for “Miyamizu,” a special mineral-rich water that gives Nada sake its distinctive crisp and dry character.
With your sake-loving expert guide, explore three breweries and a historic sake museum to discover the traditions, tools, and fermentation techniques behind Japan’s iconic drink. Along the way, enjoy a variety of tastings made with the famous Miyamizu water, from elegant premium sake to bold local styles.
One of the highlights of the tour is a rare cultural experience at a shrine dedicated to Ebisu, the smiling god of prosperity. Here, you can raise a toast with sake inside the shrine grounds — a special moment where Japanese spirituality and drinking culture come together.
Your journey ends with a peaceful cultural finale. On weekdays, relax with freshly prepared matcha in a beautiful 150-year-old traditional house overlooking a Japanese garden. On weekends, visit the innovative Sakigake-Kura brewery, where modern ideas and traditional craftsmanship come together to shape the future of handcrafted sake.
Category : Sake Breweries and shrine visiting and tasting,
Tour Duration : 3.5hours 9:30 am – 1:00 pm
Included : English speaking guide / Sake tasting（Approximately 8 cups）/
Schedule
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9:30 a.m.
Meeting point
Meet in front of the Ebisu Exit ticket gate at Nishinomiya Station on the Hanshin Line. (Hanshin Nishinomiya Station)
Note: There are two ticket gate exits. Please come to the Ebisuguchi ticket gate. -
9:45 a.m.
First Place：Nishinomiya Shrine (Nishinomiya Jinja) (Nishinomiya Ebisu)
Not just rare — sacred.
Drink sake within the heart of a shrine. Say Kampai! (Cheers in Japanese )in the headquarter of 400 Ebisu (business success) shrine. The plumpy-smily face Ebisu Shrine god welcomes you to make a toast with sake inside the shrine sanctuary. Drink sake in shrine complex !? Yes, here, we can!)
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10:30 a.m.
2nd place：Hakushika Sake brewery museum and shops
Walk through a historic brewery museum and admire traditional wooden tools once used to craft Japan’s finest sake.
Feel the magic of fermentation around you as you learn the secrets behind each bottle.
Then sip premium sake made with the famous local “Miyamizu” water — or explore raw, undiluted, varieties and refreshing yuzu sake for a unique twist.
11:15 p.m.
3nd place：Nihonsakari brewery
Sake Battle Time! Did you know the founder of the world-famous sake Dassai began right here at this brewery?
Now it’s time for a tasting showdown —
Dassai vs. Nihonsakari’s ultimate Daiginjo.
Two iconic styles.
One unforgettable comparison. Which will win your vote?
0:00 p.m.
4th place：Ozeki Brewery
Enjoy an exclusive moment reserved just for your group with premium local sake in hand. Relax, connect, and savor the atmosphere at your own pace. Depending on your visit, we offer two unique ways to conclude your journey:
Weekdays: A Japanese Garden Finale Relax overlooking a beautiful Japanese garden and conclude your experience with a freshly prepared bowl of matcha — the perfect, peaceful ending to your morning.
Weekend Special: Journey to the Future of Sake
On weekends, we swap the garden and matcha for a visit to Sakigake-Kura, a brewery dedicated to the "Future of Tradition." While many rely on machines, this site preserves the delicate, handmade art of Master Brewers. Inspired by Zen philosophy, it’s where experts return to their roots to create new flavors. Come feel the passion in every drop and enjoy premium tastings born from this special mission!
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1:00 p.m.
Tour ending location
Hanshin Imazu station
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What you can expect on this tour
*Drink sake inside a historic shrine dedicated to the Ebisu god.
*Explore the Nada region, Japan’s top sake-producing area.
*Guided by a friendly sake expert who likes to drink sake.
*Visit three breweries and enjoy multiple sake tastings.
*Matcha in a 150-year-old house (weekdays) or a modern brewery visit (weekends).
Looking for the perfect morning? Imagine walking through a peaceful shrine as the sun rises, followed by a refreshing tasting of Japan’s finest Sake. This tour is designed to awaken your palate and your soul. Experience the tranquility of the morning and discover why Sake is known as a 'beverage of the gods
*Drink sake inside a historic shrine dedicated to the Ebisu god.
Additional Information
Please note that transportation and lunch are not included. Comfortable shoes are recommended as a little (easy) walking is required.
The legal drinking age in Japan is 20.
Parents with children may accompany their children free of charge.
We do not allow children (under 20 years of age) to drink alcohol.
If you are with children, please let us know when you make your reservation.
We walk around 4km (2.8miles), I recommend that you wear comfortable shoes.
Please bring a backpack for souvenir sake bottles.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations received less than one week in advance will receive a 90% refund minus a handling fee.
Cancellations received less than 3 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.
No refunds will be given for cancellations made the day before or the day of the event.
Please contact us to reschedule and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Meeting Place
Meet in front of Ebisu Exit ticket gate at Nishinomiya Station on the Hanshin Line. (Hanshin Nishinomiya Station)
From Umeda area
- Osaka Umeda Station (Hanshin Line)
- Nishinomiya Station (Hanshin Line)
21 min.
From Namba area
- Osaka Namba Station (Hanshin Namba Line) limited express train
- Nishinomiya Station (Hanshin Line)
26 min.
From Namba area
- Osaka Namba Station (Hanshin Namba Line)
- Amagasaki Station (Hanshin Line)
- Express train transfer
- Nishinomiya Station (Hanshin Line)
29 min.
From JR Kyoto Station
- Kyoto Station (JR Line)
- Osaka Station (JR Line)
- walk to Osaka Umeda (Hanshin Line)
- Nishinomiya Station (Hanshin Line)
54 min.
