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By Yummy Guide
Free cancellation available
Price is $130 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Explore the intricate art of Japanese sake-making at Kobayashi Shuzo Honten, a historic brewery established in 1792. This exclusive tour takes you through over two centuries of brewing tradition, where each step reflects the dedication and craftsmanship that defines Fukuoka’s sake heritage. Discover the brewing process, witness active fermentation during the right season, and enjoy a guided tasting of various sake styles, from freshly brewed to matured selections. Engage deeply with the flavors and aromas, guided by knowledgeable staff, and learn how different brewing techniques influence the final product.

    • Visit one of Fukuoka's oldest sake breweries, founded in 1792
    • Explore traditional brewing spaces and observe authentic brewing tools
    • Witness active brewing processes during the recommended season
    • Enjoy a guided tasting session highlighting different sake profiles and pairings

Activity location

  • 小林酒造本店
    • 1 11
    • 811-2101, Umi, Fukuoka, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 小林酒造本店
    • 1 11
    • 811-2101, Umi, Fukuoka, Japan

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Guided tour of Kobayashi Shuzo Honten brewery
  • Inclusions
    Guided sake tasting session
  • Exclusions
    Transportation to/from Kobayashi Shuzo Honten brewery
  • Exclusions
    Dishes or additional drinks
  • Exclusions
    Travel insurance

Know before you book

    • 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

Activity itinerary

Discover the art of traditional Japanese sake brewing at Kobayashi Shuzo Honten, a historic brewery founded in 1792 and renowned for over 230 years of craftsmanship. This immersive experience provides a carefully curated introduction to the sake-making process, from the brewery’s rich heritage and preserved brewing facilities to the essential ingredients and techniques that define its products. Participants learn how locally sourced water, selected rice varieties, koji cultivation, fermentation control, and temperature management work together to create distinctive flavors and aromas. During the brewing season, guests may witness active production, including fermenting moromi and freshly pressed sake, offering a rare glimpse into the living craft of sake-making. The tour concludes with a guided tasting of several sake varieties, where brewery experts explain how factors such as rice polishing ratios, fermentation methods, and aging influence each expression, deepening appreciation for the complexity, character, and tradition behind every bottle.

Location

Activity location

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    小林酒造本店
    • 1 11
    • 811-2101, Umi, Fukuoka, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    小林酒造本店
    • 1 11
    • 811-2101, Umi, Fukuoka, Japan

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