Chiba Nabedana Sake Brewery Tour and Tasting

1 hour (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

Discover a side of Japan few travelers experience at Nabedana Brewery, a historic sake brewery in Kozaki, Chiba Prefecture, near Narita International Airport. With over 300 years of brewing heritage, this small-group tour offers rare access to an active brewery where traditional techniques are still practiced today.

Explore the brewing process with expert guidance, then enjoy a tasting of signature sakes while learning how they pair not only with Japanese cuisine but also with Italian, French, and Spanish dishes. Limited to just 15 guests, the experience offers a personal and engaging atmosphere with direct interaction with brewery staff.

* Behind-the-scenes access to a historic sake brewery
* Guided tasting with unique international food-pairing insights
* Small-group experience limited to 15 participants
* Exclusive brewery-only bottles available for purchase

What's Included

Guided sake tasting session
Guided tour of Nabedana Brewery
Transportation to/from Nabedana Brewery
Dishes or additional drinks
Travel insurance

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please come directly to the entrance. If you arrive early, feel free to wait outside. The staff will be inside—just let someone know you're here for Sake Tasting, and we’ll come greet you and confirm your booking.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Nestled in the historic town of Kozaki in Chiba Prefecture, near Narita International Airport, Nabedana Brewery offers an intimate sake experience limited to fifteen participants per tour. Guests begin with a guided tour of the brewery, following the sake-making process step by step, from rice preparation and koji cultivation to fermentation and final production. Along the way, brewery staff explain traditional brewing techniques, the role of the toji master brewer, and Nabedana’s commitment to quality ingredients and craftsmanship.

After exploring the production areas, participants enjoy a guided tasting of several signature sakes. Expert staff introduce the aroma, flavor profile, acidity, umami, and ideal serving temperature of each sake while explaining pairing possibilities with Japanese and international cuisines. Suitable for both beginners and sake enthusiasts, the tasting provides an engaging opportunity to deepen understanding of sake and ask questions in a relaxed setting. The experience concludes with free time to purchase brewery-exclusive bottles and souvenirs.

Additional info

  • 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
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Tags

Historical Tours
Sake Tasting
Food & Drink

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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