Nagoya Sake Brewery Tour & Custom Label Workshop

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2 hours 20 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Unlike standard sake tastings or automated factory tours, this private experience grants rare, behind-the-scenes access to Sawada Sake Brewery—a 170-year-old heritage producer in Tokoname, near Nagoya (Aichi Prefecture), where traditional hand-craftsmanship has thrived since 1848.

What sets this exclusive experience apart is its personal touch and custom souvenir. Guided personally by the brewery owner, you will sample four premium Japanese beverages served in authentic Tokoname-yaki pottery paired with local fermented snacks. Afterwards, you will join a hands-on brush pen workshop to paint your own custom calligraphy label for a full 720ml bottle of fine sake to take home.

By combining owner-led heritage storytelling, regional ceramic craftsmanship, and a traditional Japanese calligraphy experience, this activity transforms a classic tasting into an unforgettable cultural highlight in Greater Nagoya.

What's Included

Hands-on Label Workshop: Full use of traditional Japanese brush pens, templates, and guides
Guided Historic Brewery Tour (All Experience & Facility Fees Included)
Premium Guided Tasting: 4 varieties of local brews (3 sakes & 1 plum wine) in a Tokoname-yaki cup
Premium Sake Souvenir: One full-sized (720ml) bottle of Chita no Hanatsuyu or Hyakuroku
Local Food Pairing: 3 seasonal, fermented Chita Peninsula delicacies to complement your drinks
Transportation fee from/to the meeting point
Food and Drinks

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Nearby Attraction: The brewery is conveniently located in Tokoname, close to local ceramic studios and within easy reach of the Pottery Footpath (Yakimono Sanpomichi), a scenic historic trail known for its iconic brick chimneys, winding lanes, and giant lucky cat statue (Tokonyan).

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Step inside the historic Sawada Sake Brewery, a family-run landmark perfecting its craft since 1848 in Tokoname, Aichi Prefecture. Guided personally by the brewery owner, you will go behind the scenes on the scenic Chita Peninsula near Nagoya to uncover authentic, traditional Japanese sake-making methods passed down through generations.

Sit down for a curated tasting featuring four premium craft beverages—three refined sakes and one rich plum wine (umeshu)—served in authentic, handcrafted Tokoname-yaki ceramic cups. Each pour is thoughtfully paired with three seasonal local fermented delicacies to highlight the regional flavor profiles.

Afterward, unleash your creativity during a hands-on Japanese calligraphy workshop. Using a traditional brush pen, you will design a custom bottle label with good-luck kanji characters or your own name, then affix it to a full 720ml bottle of fine sake to take home as a personalized souvenir.

This all-inclusive experience seamlessly combines owner-led heritage storytelling, local pottery craftsmanship, and an interactive craft souvenir into an unforgettable cultural highlight in Greater Nagoya.

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Tags

Wine Tastings
Historical Tours
Cooking Classes
Mixology Classes
Wine Making Workshops
Food & Drink
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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