Sushi Lunch and the Art of Fermentation Handa tour with a guide
Discover Handa, the Home of UMAMI Handa is a city rich in Japan’s fermentation culture, producing essential condiments like vinegar, miso, and soy sauce. Among them, Handa’s unique “kasu vinegar” played a key role in shaping nigiri sushi, now loved worldwide.
This tour offers a deep dive into the world of vinegar and sushi through an immersive experience.
■Explore the Historic Handa Canal Walk with a local guide through this charming area, learning about Handa’s fermentation heritage.
■Visit MIZKAN MUSEUM Enjoy a guided tour to discover the history of vinegar production and its impact on Japanese cuisine.
■Savor a Sushi Lunch & Vinegar Experience At the beautifully preserved Oguri Residence, experience vinegar-tasting and enjoy a sushi lunch.
Handa’s sushi culture is deeply tied to its fresh seafood and vinegar traditions. Join us for a journey through Japan’s culinary heritage.
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Sushi Lunch and the Art of Fermentation Handa tour with a guide
What's included in Sushi Lunch and the Art of Fermentation Handa tour with a guide
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
You will take a walk with a guide, enjoying the scenery of traditional black-walled sake warehouses. If you have large luggage, you may leave it at the Oguri Residence.
Mizkan Museum
You will head to the facility with a guide. The facility tour will be about 90 minutes.
Savor a delicious sushi meal paired with a hands-on vinegar experience. Learn how traditional vinegar plays a key role in Japanese cuisine. Note: Steps ③ and ④ may switch depending on the availability at MIZKAN MUSEUM.
Inclusions
- Experience making nigiri sushi and enjoy lunch featuring the sushi you made yourself, along with sushi prepared by a skilled chef.
- Vinegar tasting
- Licensed tour guide
- Admission fee for the MIZAKN MUSEUM
- Transportation costs to the site.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- A staff member wearing a black happi coat will meet up with you in front of the ticket gate at JR Handa Station.
