Discover the local food culture of Tamba-Sasayama, a historic castle town in Hyogo Prefecture.
The tour includes a visit to Homei Brewery (or the Sake Brewery Museum), where you can learn about traditional sake brewing shaped by the region’s climate and history. Enjoy a meal prepared with fresh local ingredients from the area, carefully selected from one of our well-regarded local restaurants to suit your preferences. You will also have the chance to enjoy a dessert made with Tamba-Sasayama’s famous black soybeans.
Experience the flavors, traditions, and atmosphere that make Tamba-Sasayama unique.
🔵 Price: 53,900JPY~ / per person
👤 Group size: Up to 4 people
⏰ Duration: 8 hours
🚘 Transportation: Private Transportation
Note: The above conditions apply when departing from Takarazuka City.
For departures from Osaka, Kyoto, or Kobe, the tour price and duration will differ.
Tour Availability & Scheduling
Tour availability is subject to the operating schedules of the facilities we are visiting. Exact dates will be coordinated in advance.
Itinerary
Please note that the meeting time may very slightly depending on the meeting location.
8:50 Meet your guide at the designated location
9:00 – 10:00 Departure and transfer by Chauffeured Vehicle
10:00 – 10:45 Homei Brewery
(or Tanba Toji Sake Brewing Museum)
10:50 – 11:50 Kawaramachi Tsumairi Merchant Houses
(Makekirai Inari Shrine / Oujiyama Pottery Studio / Hakutoya / Ameya, etc.)
12:00 – 13:30 Relaxed lunch
13:45 – 14:45 Sasayama Castle Ōshoin
or Old Pottery Museum
or Noh Theater Museum
15:00 – 16:00 Odakaki Shoten
or tea break at a café in Kawaramachi
16:00 – 17:00 Transfer by Chauffeured Vehicle
17:00 Tour ends
Note: The above itinerary applies when departing from Takarazuka City.
Transportation
Chauffeured Vehicle (Private Driver)
A private chauffeured vehicle will be arranged based on the number of guests.
Please note that specific vehicle models cannot be requested.
Sedan: For 1–2 guests
(Example models: Toyota Crown Sedan FCEV, Crown Crossover, Crown Hybrid)
Minivan / Wagon: For 3–4 guests
(Example models: Toyota Alphard Hybrid, Vellfire Hybrid)
If you have a special request—such as preferring a larger vehicle even for 1–2 guests—please feel free to contact us in advance. We will do our best to accommodate your request, subject to availability.
Pick-up and drop-off can be arranged at the following locations:
Major stations or hotels located in central Kyoto City, Osaka City, Kobe City, or Takarazuka City
Kobe Port or Osaka Port
If your preferred location is outside these areas, please contact us in advance. We will be happy to advise whether arrangements can be made. Please note that pricing may vary depending on the location.
Included in the Fee
Guide fee
Private vehicle with driver
Highway tolls
Admission fee to one of the following:
①Sasayama Castle Ōshoin
②Old Pottery Museum
③Noh Theater Museum
Lunch (excluding drinks)
Not Included in the Fee
Personal shopping expenses
Café expenses
Drinks during lunch
Price of the tour
Please note that the actual price may differ from the price listed above.
Cancellation Policy (Summary)
Free cancellation up to 15 days before the tour date (Japan Standard Time).
100% cancellation fee applies for cancellations made 14 days or less before the tour date.
No-shows (failure to attend at the scheduled date and time) will be charged 100% of the tour price.
No refunds after the tour has started.
Tour Cancellation by Us
If the tour is canceled due to bad weather or force majeure (such as typhoons, earthquakes, or major transportation disruptions), refunds will be handled in accordance with our Booking Terms.
Please note that some expenses may be non-refundable.
👉 For full details, please refer to our Booking Terms.