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Highlights
- At the Yamanokotobuki Sake Brewery in Kurume, Japan, enhance your understanding of sake with a guided tour that includes tasting both seasonal and structured house labels.
- Upon arrival at Yamanokotobuki Brewery, you'll be greeted by your guide who will assemble your group, provide an overview of the visit, and lead everyone inside to commence the tour.
- Your small-group experience accommodates up to 20 guests as you follow a knowledgeable guide through each step of sake production from rice selection to fermentation at Yamanokotobuki Brewery.
- The session concludes with a tasting where you sample several varieties of Yamanokotobuki sakes, discussing flavor profiles, aromas, and styles for an enriched understanding.
Your Experience
Start a guided small-group adventure at Yamanokotobuki Brewery in Kurume, Japan, featuring an engaging sake-tasting experience that highlights its renowned signature sakes. This tour offers you an exclusive look into the brewery's production process and allows for engaging interactions with your guide.
Getting started
Upon arrival at Yamanokotobuki Sake Brewery, check in with the staff to confirm your visit details. After a brief orientation covering facility insights and safety protocols, you'll join a small group of up to 20 participants for an informative guided tour.
Tour Highlights
Experience the heart of Yamanokotobuki Brewery as you follow its sake production from raw rice to finished product. The visit includes both a behind-the-scenes walkthrough and a structured tasting session, offering deep insights into the brewing process.
- The tour provides an detailed exploration of each stage of sake-making at Yamanokotobuki Sake Brewery—from selecting rice to washing, steaming, and fermentation. Your guide will elucidate how these steps influence the unique character of their sake while addressing any questions you may have.
- Gain a complete understanding of the brewing process with detailed explanations on managing fermentation over time. This knowledge enhances your appreciation for the distinct aromas and flavors encountered during the tasting session, helping differentiate seasonal releases from more structured styles.
- The tasting segment features an assortment of Yamanokotobuki sake varieties, ranging from fresh seasonal expressions to refined bottlings. The guided format encourages you to analyze texture, aroma, and finish as you progress through each sample.
- With a maximum group size of 20 participants, the tour ensures an intimate setting that allows for personalized interaction with your guide during both the brewery walkthrough and tasting session.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Guided tour of Yamanokotobuki Brewery
- Tasting session of Yamanokotobuki sake
- Small-group tour, with a maximum of 20 participants
- Transportation to or from Yamanokotobuki Sake Brewery
- Additional meals and beverages
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Must Know
- Ensure you have your mobile voucher and a valid photo ID ready for check-in at Yamanokotobuki Sake Brewery.
- You will need to arrange transportation independently as it is not included in this tour package.
- This small-group tour accommodates up to 20 participants, providing an intimate experience with your guide.
- While the tasting session includes several Yamanokotobuki sakes, any additional food and drinks are extra and must be arranged separately.
Ticket Delivery
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 72 hours before the experience starts.
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