Saijo is counted with Nada and Fushimi among Japan’s great sake towns, and you’ll see why at the station exit, where the brewery chimneys start. Most breweries also let you taste the well water they brew with, and it’s worth trying on its own.
Dive into the world of sake on a guided tour through Saijo's 7 breweries, where ancient traditions and modern flavors converge in a tantalizing exploration.
“Tour was lots of fun! Our guide, Ione, was delightful and very knowledgeable. The locations we visited were interesting and it was great to taste the different types of sake and really get an appreciation for it's versatility. Highly recommended!”
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104 reviewsFrom $50.87by Higashi Hiroshima City Tourism Association
Discover Hiroshima's sake culture with a guided tour of 7 breweries in Saijo, tasting a variety of sake while learning about its history and brewing process.
★ 4.8“We had an absolutely incredible time during our sake brewery tour in Saijō with our fantastic guide, Kiyoshi. From the very beginning, he was warm, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the history and culture of the region. Over the course of the afternoon, we visited…”
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29 reviews2 hoursFrom $90by DeepExperience, Inc.
Tour Saijo’s sake breweries and Kure’s naval museums, submarine and ship cruise on a guided full-day bus trip from Hiroshima Station.
★ 4.8“After learning about the sake brewing process, you can also enjoy a small cup.”
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13 reviewsFrom $106.15
Discover Hiroshima's sake scene with a guided tasting tour visiting three breweries. Enjoy sampling premium sake and learning its history in just 1.5 hours.
12 reviewsFrom $35.93by Higashi Hiroshima City Tourism Association
Discover the secrets of Japan's sake making in Saijo Hiroshima! Join our immersive Sake Town Tour and indulge in the finest brews. Don't miss out, book your adventure now!
★ 5.0“Masa was a kind, patient, and affable tour guide who introduced us to some wonderful sake breweries and local favorite restaurants. Highly recommended if you have any interest in how sake is made or want to try a few with a knowledgeable guide and translator…”
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9 reviewsFrom $209.00by Arigato Japan KK
Discover the authentic craftsmanship of Hiroshima’s sake with this behind-the-scenes brewery tour, including tastings, a shrine visit, and a calligraphy experience.
★ 5.09 reviewsFrom $117.27
Offering an immersive exploration of Hiroshima's renowned sake brewing heritage, this 2-hour private tour promises a delightful blend of education and indulgence.
★ 5.0“Ram was a wonderful guide & very knowledgeable for this saki tour. he gave us history and entered all of our questions, the other father and son in the group from Australia were fun and filled out the tour.. Ram also was very attentive and…”
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8 reviewsFrom $73.30by DeepExperience
Explore Saijo’s historic sake breweries and Onomichi’s hilltop temples on a guided day trip from Hiroshima, with tastings, free time and a ropeway ride.
★ 5.0“Isabella is a great guide!!!Timing of tour is perfect:you have enough time for everything and no long waitings for transfers or smth else. Tasty sake,great views,interesting facts and history are awaiting you during this tour.Recomended!!!”
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7 reviewsFrom $130.09
Tour Saijo’s historic sake breweries, sample distinct styles, and learn how local water, brewing methods, and shrine traditions shape Hiroshima sake.
★ 5.0“Perhaps because it was a weekday, I was the only participant that day, and luckily, I had a private tour. My guide, Isabella, was very friendly and explained everything in great detail. I learned a lot of basic knowledge about sake and the history of…”
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6 reviewsFrom $99.65
Taste sake at three Saijo breweries in 90 minutes, with an English-speaking guide, local brewing history, and pours from daiginjo to umeshu.
★ 5.0“A fantastic tour in all aspects. We got to taste six different kinds of sake from a total of 3 different breweries. The most memorable thing was the friendliness and professionalism of our guide Masa-san, who readily answered many technical questions regarding sake brewing and…”
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4 reviewsFrom $69.39
Tour Saijo’s Kamotsuru brewery, sample three premium sakes, and enjoy a Bishunabe meal, with practical tips on timing, value, and what to expect.
★ 3.7“It was a great time getting to know Hiroshima's delicious sake. I was impressed by the technique of extracting various tastes and flavors from simple ingredients. The instructors who explained everything were also very kind.”
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3 reviewsFrom $31.55
Discover the rich sake culture of Hiroshima's Saijo region with a half-day tour that takes you behind the scenes of renowned breweries and into the world of...
★ 4.0“Visited several breweries in Saijo and tasted many different types of sake. Isabella was very knowledgeable of the area and the sake brewing process. Decent way to spend and afternoon in the Hiroshima area.”
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1 reviewsFrom $135.20by Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)