Fuji Takasago Sake Brewery Tour & Tasting in Fujinomiya

Savor sake crafted with the pure waters flowing from Mt. Fuji’s base

A guided tour of Fuji Takasago Sake Brewery in Fujinomiya includes a walk through the production areas, an introduction to the brewery's history and sake-making process, and a special tasting of exclusive varieties not offered during regular tastings. The brewery sits at Mt. Fuji's foot, where the region's pure water and climate shape the sake. A live English guide leads the visit. You can choose the standard tour with tasting or upgrade to include original Fuji Takasago souvenirs: a maekake apron and mini sake barrel. After tasting, the brewery shop lets you buy bottles to take home.

The experience

The tour starts with the brewery's history and philosophy, then moves into the production areas where you'll see the main steps of sake-making: rice preparation, koji-making, fermentation, and pressing. You observe the tools and spaces the brewers use, learning how Mt. Fuji's water and the region's unique climate shape what ends up in the bottle. The guide walks you through each stage, so you understand what happens before the tasting begins.

After the production tour, you taste selected Fuji Takasago sake: varieties the brewery doesn't usually pour during regular tastings. This is the rare part: you get to try what the brewers consider their craft at its best, not the standard lineup. The tasting lasts about an hour total, and when it's done, you can visit the brewery shop and buy bottles you liked, including seasonal and limited releases.

Two options let you shape the visit. The standard plan covers the guided tour and special tasting. The upgraded plan adds original Fuji Takasago souvenirs: a maekake apron (the traditional brewery garment) and a mini sake barrel, both keepsakes from the brewery itself. Public transportation reaches the brewery. A live English guide leads the visit, and the minimum age is 20.

What’s included

• Guided brewery tour with a live English guide.
• special tasting of exclusive sake varieties not usually available.
• choice of standard tour or upgraded option with original Fuji Takasago souvenirs (maekake apron and mini sake barrel).
• access to the brewery shop to purchase bottles after tasting.

Options for this experience

2 options

Option 1: Brewery tour with sake tastingGuide in English · 10:00

Option 2: Tour with a souvenirGuide in English · 10:00Souvenirs from Fuji Takasago

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 10:00

AgesAdult (20 and older) · Under 20: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 15 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Yummy Guide

Is this one for you?Choose the upgraded option if you want to take home a tangible memory of the brewery beyond the bottles you buy. The apron and barrel are items you won't find elsewhere and mark this visit as distinct from a regular tasting.

Top questions

What exactly do I see inside the brewery during the tour?

You walk through the production areas and observe the main steps of sake-making: rice preparation, koji-making, fermentation, and pressing. The guide explains each stage and shows you the tools and spaces the brewers use, so you understand the process before you taste the finished sake.

Are the sake varieties in the tasting ones I can buy anywhere else?

The tasting features exclusive varieties not usually available during regular tastings, so you get a rare chance to try what the brewery considers special. After tasting, you can purchase your favorite bottles at the brewery shop, including seasonal and limited selections.

What's the difference between the standard and upgraded options?

Both options include the guided brewery tour and special tasting. The upgraded option adds original Fuji Takasago souvenirs: a maekake apron and a mini sake barrel to take home as keepsakes from the brewery.

How long does the whole visit take?

The tour and tasting together take about an hour. After that, you can spend additional time in the brewery shop if you want to browse and purchase bottles.

Is there a minimum age to join?

Yes, the minimum age is 20 years old. The brewery also recommends at least a moderate level of physical fitness, and it's not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or poor cardiovascular health.