Spirit of Japanese Sake in Shiogama

Spirit of Japanese Sake in Shiogama

Spirit of Japanese Sake in Shiogama 

As one of Japan's foremost fishing harbours with the largest catch of fresh tuna and plenty of top quality sushi restaurants, Shiogama is a true foodie heaven! The town has a strong cultural connection with Japanese sake, home to three nationally famous breweries that produce the sacred sake for historic Shiogama Shrine. This foodie tour is all about experiencing the local food and culture of Shiogama through the spirit of Japanese sake. The tour includes both an English lecture on sake appreciation and a delicious sushi lunch!

■ Schedule

10:00 Meet at Hon-Shiogama Station (JR Senseki Line)

10:10 Start of tour

10:30 Walking tour of town area around Shiogama Shrine. Visit/pray at shrine.

11:20 Sake appreciation lecture (40 minutes / 12:00)

          1)The history and culture of Japanese sake (connections with shrine etc.)

          2)How to best enjoy drinking sake

12:10 Sake tasting and shopping at Urakasumi Sake Brewery Saura Co. Ltd

12:50 Sake and sushi pairing

13:40 End of tour

■ What’s Included

Sake tasting fee

Sake appreciation lecture participation fee

Walking tour fee

Lunch (sushi & one drink)

Insurance Fee

Local Guide & English Interpreter

■ Not included

Any additional meals and drinks