Sake Brewery Tasting Experience in Takayama

Discover Takayama’s sake heritage with a guided visit to a 300-year-old brewery in the Japanese Alps, ending with a tasting of locally crafted sake in the historic old town.

Step into the charm of Edo-period Japan with a guided sake tasting experience in Takayama, nestled in the Japanese Alps. Walk through the beautifully preserved old town district before entering a 300-year-old sake brewery where tradition is still very much alive. Learn how Takayama’s mountain climate, pure alpine water, and locally grown rice come together to shape its distinctive sake culture. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, this experience offers an intimate look into regional brewing traditions, followed by a tasting of carefully selected local sakes that reflect the character of the region.