Takayama Sake 101 History, Culture and Tasting

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Takayama Sake 101 History, Culture and Tasting

By Happy Tour

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1h
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Multiple languages

Overview

Discover Takayama’s old town through its sake, culture, and history. On this guided walking tour, visit local sake breweries, taste authentic Hida sake, and learn how the region’s cold climate, clean mountain water, and long brewing traditions shape its unique flavours. Along the way, explore charming historic streets and hear stories about Takayama’s merchant culture, festivals, and local life. A relaxed and enjoyable experience for travellers who want more than just sightseeing.

Please note that the breweries visited may change depending on the operating status of each sake brewery on the day of the tour. In such cases, we may guide you to other local sake breweries instead.

Activity location

Hirase Shuzo Brewery
- 82 Kamiichinomachi
- 506-0844, Takayama, Gifu Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Happy Plus Takayama Corporation
- Kamisannomachi
- 506-0845, Takayama, Gifu, Japan

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Takayama Sake 101 History, Culture and Tasting

1h
English

Travellers

Languages available

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Price details

S$79.00 x 1 AdultS$79.00

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What's included, what's not

Takayama’s sake is shaped by cold mountain weather, clean Hida water, and quality rice. Enjoy smooth, aromatic local sake from historic breweries in the old town.
Takayama History & Culture Introduction
Public transport

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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transport options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travellers
Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Hirase Shuzo Brewery

20m
Admission ticket included

Visit Hirase Brewery, the oldest sake brewery in Takayama, founded in 1623 and known for its signature brand, Kusudama. Located in the historic old town, this family-run brewery has preserved traditional sake-making techniques for over 400 years, using quality rice and the cold climate of Hida to create refined local sake. A great stop for travellers who want to experience Takayama’s deep sake culture in an authentic setting.

Harada Sake Brewery

20m
Admission ticket included

Visit Harada Brewery, a historic sake brewery in Takayama’s old town founded in 1855. Known for its signature brand Sansha, the brewery continues to make Hida local sake using the region’s clean water, quality rice, and cold mountain climate. Located along the charming Sanmachi Street, it is a great stop for travellers who want to experience authentic sake culture in the heart of Takayama.

Location

Activity location

Hirase Shuzo Brewery
- 82 Kamiichinomachi
- 506-0844, Takayama, Gifu Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Happy Plus Takayama Corporation
- Kamisannomachi
- 506-0845, Takayama, Gifu, Japan

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