Model Course
Model Course
Saijo Sake Brewery Street Discovery Course
Experience Local Sake and Heritage
A Journey to Japan’s Legendary Brewing Town
A Three-Hour Saijo Sake Brewery Tour — Explore seven historic breweries in Saijo, one of Japan’s three major sake regions. Enjoy guided brewery tours, sake tastings, local cuisine, and souvenir shopping, while immersing yourself in the rich heritage of Japanese sake.
2–3 hours
*Estimated time spent in the Saijo area
-
Start from JR Hiroshima Station
Take the JR Sanyo Main Line from Hiroshima Station (heading toward Itosaki, Shiraichi, or Saijo). The trip to JR Saijo Station takes approximately 35 minutes.
35 minutes by train
-
Arrive at JR Saijo Station
A short walk from the station takes you to the sake street
Just a short walk from the south exit of JR Saijo Station, you'll find a charming townscape lined with historic sake breweries. With plenty of signposts along the way, even first-time visitors can explore easily.
Just a short walk away
-
Tourist Information Center
Get English maps and brochures at the tourist information center
Before exploring the town, visit the tourist information center to pick up maps and brochures in English, along with details about sake breweries' opening hours, tasting options, and upcoming events.
10 mins
Just a short walk away
-
The Seven Breweries
Discover the charm of a historic townand indulge in sake tastings
Each of the seven sake breweries has its own unique flavor, aroma, and atmosphere. Pick the ones that interest you and enjoy tasting as you walk through the town.
90 mins
3 minutes by walk
-
Eateries Around Saijo Sake Brewery Street
Enjoy Local Sake-Inspired GourmetDelights Around the Area
Within Saijo Sake Brewery area, you’ll find a range of Japanese and Western-style restaurants. Enjoy local gourmet dishes such as Bishu-nabe (casserole), Higashihiroshima-style Okonomiyaki, and sake-infused sweets, all prepared by talented chefs specializing in cooking with regional sake.
45 mins
On Foot / By Bus
-
Souvenir Shops Around Saijo Sake Brewery Street
Take home your favorite local sake or sake-infused sweets as a souvenir
Choose from a wide variety of souvenirs, including sake from local breweries, sweets made with sake lees, and chocolates infused with Japanese sake. Relax with a cup of coffee or matcha in-store as you reflect on your journey. Beautifully designed packaging also makes these items perfect gifts to bring home.
30 mins
On Foot / By Bus
-
Back to Hiroshima City or the Airport
From JR Saijo Station, you can return to Hiroshima Station, the central city. If you're flying from Hiroshima Airport, a direct limousine bus is also available—about 25 mins ride.
Other Attractions
Aside from the charm of the brewery street, Saijo invites exploration of its rich history. It features historic temples and ancient kofun burial sites, reflecting the region's deep past.
