Nagoya Sake Brewery Tour & Custom Label Workshop
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
Not included
- Transportation fee from/to the meeting point
- Food and Drinks
Meeting and pickup
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).
Before you go
- 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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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