• Nishinomiya - Nestled between Osaka and Kobe, Nishinomiya is a delightful city that offers a perfect mix of historical richness, sophisticated culture, and vibrant local cuisine. Renowned as Japan’s sake capital, Nishinomiya has been a center of craftsmanship, logistics, and hospitality, benefiting from its strategic location between land routes and port access. It is a place where tradition and modernity seamlessly blend, yet many travelers have not fully discovered its hidden treasures.

The tour kicks off in the city’s heart. Participants are requested to meet the guide in front of the Hanshin Nishinomiya Tourist Information Center, conveniently situated near Hanshin Nishinomiya Station. For exact directions, please refer to the provided map. The guide will be easily recognizable, holding a bright yellow sign. From this point, the adventure through Nishinomiya’s local bars, sake culture, and unforgettable tastes will commence!

• Sake tastings
• Local guide
• Guided bar-hopping tour

• Transportation to and from Nishinomiya
• Meals not specified in the tour

This is more than just a bar-hopping tour — it’s an invitation to explore the rich, flavorful world of Nishinomiya, Japan’s hidden sake capital. While many travelers simply pass through on their way to Osaka or Kobe, this tour encourages you to pause and appreciate what locals have cherished for generations: Nishinomiya is where sake, cuisine, and culture blend seamlessly.

Guided by an enthusiastic local expert, participants will explore selected bars and izakayas, enjoy regional delicacies, and taste a range of sake — each with its unique narrative. Discover why this city emerged as Japan’s sake stronghold, and how its history and geography continue to influence the flavors experienced today.

Away from the typical tourist paths, this is a genuine, memorable evening — one that will linger in your memory long after the final sip.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.