Even pictures of sewage manhole covers show the beautiful townscape. There are full of variety. Please find them out.

Just like a trip back to old and good days. "Sugidama" or a large ornamental ball made with cider leaves is hung at the entrance of each sake maker. When new sake has been made, It will be replaced with a fresh green ball to make people aware of it.

Tiny town with hospitality

Chimneys are here and there. Just follow them..you may find Sake.

Local people are allowed to come and draw water from the wells of Sake makers. Well-water is free and open to everyone.

Good quality water is a must for sake-making. There are many wells next to Sake breweries. You may touch and taste it.

Saijo....Sake Town

Name: Saijo....Sake Town
Brand: TripleLights
Price: 158.40 USD
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Rating: 5 (39 reviews)

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SAIJO, sake making community

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158.40 USD

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What to Expect

After 30 min. train ride from Hiroshima, you arrive at this tiny town, SAIJO. Just follow chimneys and you find SAKE here. In this small town, you will encounter the world famous and time-honored sake breweries. Enjoy waking around and drop in at some of sake breweries to have a taste. Good rice and quality water are indispensable for making good sake, though. This town has both of them. Furthermore, to make efforts to keep the source of water clean, the SAIJO sake brewers association donates one yen for every bottle of sake sold. Let's explore the splendid nature and sake culture.

4.8 (39) Reviews

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Good		3%
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Highlights

SAIJO, sake making community

Important

if you are interested in this tour, please contact me first before your booking.

What‘s included

Guide fee

What‘s not included

Transportation fees (you and guide if you want a guide to pick you up at Hiroshima)

Meeting Point

Hiroshima Hotel /Station or Saijo Station

Ending Point

Hiroshima Hotel/Station or Saijo Station

Duration

3 hours

Starting time

13:00 PM ( recommended ) Flexible

Number of people

up to 5 people

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do we need for transportation fees?

One way fare from Hiroshima to Saijo is about 740JPY.

Break down= Central Hiroshima - Hiroshima Station , Hiroshima-Saijo ,

Once you arrive at Saijo, you just enjoy walking around.

I am traveling alone, though. Can you make it for me?

Sure. You are very welcome.
I would like to offer some discounted guide fee for an individual tourist. Please contact me anytime.

Even you are a group of 6 or more. I will be ready for that. 　So just let me know.

Can you make a morning tour?

Yes.
I will be arranging the tour in any way you want.

Can I make changes after I book?

Yes! If you need to make changes such as removing or adding someone to your booking or changing the date or time of your tour, contact us by phone or email

Starting and ending points of the tour.

After you secure your booking, the starting and ending points of your tour can be customized to your convenience (ex.: your hotel, nearby stations, etc.). Don't worry, we will take care of you! Some tours may have an extra fee for this service, make sure to check the tour page.

What happens after I book a tour?

After booking a tour, the guide will accept (or decline) your booking within 24 hours. Then you will be noticed by email from Triplelights.

Is the price per person or per group?

The price is charged per group. Which means that you make a one-time payment for your entire group and the price will not change if it is less or more people.

Can I add more people to my booking?

Some guides accept extra people (more than the specified number) for an extra charge. Please check for the extras on the tour or booking page, or contact your guide directly to clarify.

Will there be other tourists in my tour?

No. Your tour is private, only for you and your family or friends, there will be no other group of tourists together in your tour.

Can the guide pickup me at the airport?

Yes, but there will be additional charge for that and it is not by car. The guide will go pick you up using public transportations. For further details, please contact your guide directly.

I'm travelling alone. Can I book this tour?

Yes, you can and you may be able to get a discount if you are traveling alone. Price depends on which guide you choose.

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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel in the first 14 day(s) before the meeting date ,there is a 100% charge.
If you cancel between 15 and 29 day(s) in advance of the meeting date ,there is a 50% charge.
If you cancel at least 30 day(s) in advance of the meeting date, there is a 100% refund.

Reviews ( 39 )

Brian ( Family ) United States

Brian United States ( Family )

Excellent

1 week ago

“ Excellent Hiroshima & Miyajima Guide ”

Mayumi was an excellent guide for my family and I in Hiroshima. She was honest about what we could do in the time allotted and was very insightful throughout the tour. She was thoughtful when it came to my elderly parents by making sure they could find seats on trains and the ferry. She provided both historical knowledge but also answered all of my questions regarding daily life in today’s Japanese culture.

MAYUMI:

Dear Brian. I very much appreciate your review. I am so grateful for your kindness. I believe your parents had a lovely time with fantastic sons here in Japan. It is my pleasure if I could be of even a little help for your big family travel. Please give my best regards to your wonderful family members. With gratitude, Mayumi

Maylin ( Family ) United States

Maylin United States ( Family )

Excellent

2 weeks ago

“ Great Day! ”

Mayumi was a great guide. She was knowledgeable and flexible with our plans. She was well prepared with hand outs, maps and pictures. She made our day in Hiroshima very enjoyable while giving us an insight to the city. Thank you Mayumi! Sincerely, Maylin Miro

MAYUMI:

Dear Maylin. I very much appreciate your thoughtful comment. Hope tons of the pictures you took in Japan and Hiroshima will enable you students to understand actual Japan and Japanese people. Thank you very much. Wish you and your family a Merry Christmas! Best, Mayumi

Sheila ( Couple ) United States

Sheila United States ( Couple )

Excellent

1 month ago

“ Went the extra mile ”

Mayumi was a Hiroshima “expert” based on personal experience and study. She provided insights and details we never could have picked up on our own. She was very warm and friendly and gave us additional information about other trips, bus schedules and whatever we asked.

MAYUMI:

Dear Sheila, I appreciate your kind message. I bet you enjoyed Miyajima very much on the following day. The weather was perfect, wasn't it? Please continue an awesome trip throughout Japan! All the Best, Mayumi

Jamie ( Couple ) United States

Jamie United States ( Couple )

Excellent

1 month ago

“ Wonderful Private Half Day Tour of Hiroshima with Mayumi ”

We recently went on a Windstar cruise in Japan and had a short stop in Hiroshima. We pre-booked a half day tour with local expert, Mayumi. We found Mayumi from a list of available private tour guides from the TripleLights.com website. From the planning stages, she communicated thoroughly with our itinerary and answered any and all questions very promptly. We had only half a day at port and so we wanted to see the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum and Park. She met us at the port and from there, she navigated our way throughout the day by means of subway and bus. The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum is very well laid out and very moving. Mayumi highlighted the important aspects of the museum in areas where the crowd of people hovered and disguised some of the displays. Mayumi's Engli... read more

MAYUMI:

Dear Jamie, I can not thank you enough for this generous message. Even personally you gave me an email via TripleLights, saying you were sorry for the delay to write a review because of the inaccessibility of wifi over the tour.... What a considerate person you are!I I very much appreciate your compassion for other people. We had only four hours and I really wanted to show the things over here as much as possible. I still feel very sorry as I had made you walk that much. But you kept calm, trusted and followed me till the end of the tour. I was very much blessed, Jamie. Wish all the best for you and your husband. Sincerely yours, Mayumi

Jane ( Couple ) United Kingdom

Jane United Kingdom ( Couple )

Excellent

1 month ago

“ Wonderful Cultural Tour ”

Thank you Mayumi for such an an amazing tour, the Peace Park & Museum was a very emotional experience & will stay with me forever... thankyou. We loved the ferry trip & the whistle stop tour of the World Heritage sight Miyajima. Our tour far exceeded our expectations your knowledge of your history & culture. A very big thank you & hope to return.

MAYUMI:

Dear Jane Oh, thank you very much for your swift and lovely review. Such a wonderful day I spent with you two, who have full of sense of wit and humor. Really fun to be with... Hope I will be able to see you again someday and next time I will definitely take you to the top of Mt. Misen in the Miyajima island (chuckle). Please continue your wonderful cruise to China and have lots of fun over there as well. Bon Voyage! Mayumi

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