A Taste of Sapporo Sake and Beer Immersion Tour
Embark on a captivating journey into Hokkaido’s brewing traditions with this immersive tour. The first stop is a distinguished sake museum, operated by the region’s sole sake brewery. Through interactive exhibits, you’ll uncover the deep-rooted history and craftsmanship behind local sake production.
The experience continues at the historic birthplace of Sapporo Beer. Here, you’ll have the rare chance to taste a limited-edition brew made with the original techniques, ingredients, and pristine water that defined Japan’s early beer-making days. It’s a true taste of heritage in every sip.
To wrap up the tour, we’ll visit a long-standing neighborhood liquor shop, loved by locals for generations. The passionate owner will share stories of the area’s cultural evolution, the nuanced world of sake, and tips on how to fully enjoy this traditional drink. This intimate encounter will leave you with a lasting appreciation for Japan’s iconic beverages.
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A Taste of Sapporo Sake and Beer Immersion Tour
What's included in A Taste of Sapporo Sake and Beer Immersion Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Sapporo TV Tower
Look for the guide who had a board with the name of the tour on it.
Chitosetsuru Sake Museum
First, we'll make a stop at a renowned museum dedicated to local sake, operated by the region's only sake producer. Here, you'll delve into the fascinating history and culture of sake brewing in this area through engaging exhibits.
Sapporo Kaitakushi Beer Brewery
Next, our tour takes us to the birthplace of Sapporo Beer. You'll savor a special, exclusive brew crafted using the exact same methods, ingredients, and water as in its pioneering days. Enjoy this exceptional beer as you reflect on the storied history of Japanese brewing.
Inclusions
- Atsukan Experience at a Local Sake Shop (*Atsukan is sake that is warmed & served hot for drinking.)
- Companion
- Three-beer tasting at the Sapporo beer stand bar
- Extra drinks and food, personal expenses.
- 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
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- 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
- Look for the guide who had a board with the name of the tour on it.
End Points
- Located immediately east of Sapporo Station, Naebo is literally the next station along the JR line, a mere 3-minute train ride away by local train from JR Sapporo Station.
