Excursion Kobe beef lunch & sake brewery tour at Kobe

Experience the unique culture and flavours of Kobe during this immersive, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Kobe, Nada District, Sake Brewery, Guided Tour & Tasting, Exhibition Hall, Shopping

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive to the Nada District, Japan's top sake-producing region. Upon arrival, head to one of the best sake breweries in Kobe for a guided tour and sake tasting. Sake means ‘alcohol’ in Japanese, but also refers to a local speciality made from fermented rice. Rice-sake is called Nihonshu (Japanese sake). The popularity of sake extends far beyond Japan, and it can be found at countless Asian restaurants and bars around the world. Many sake breweries operating in the Nada District offer a guided tour and tasting of their brand. Following your tour and sake tasting, you can browse the brewery’s Exhibition Hall, where you may opt to purchase your favourite bottle or souvenir.

World-Famous Kobe Beef Lunch

Next, re-board your coach and transfer for a Teppanyaki lunch at a local restaurant. Upon arrival, enjoy an opportunity to taste the world-famous Kobe beef. This prized beef is renowned for its mouth-watering flavour, tenderness, and high amount of intramuscular fat, giving it its signature marbled appearance. Kobe cows are given beer to induce their appetite, and massaged daily to increase their physical and mental wellness. After a delicious Kobe beef lunch, re-board your coach and commence the short drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Kobe, Nada District, Sake Brewery, Guided Tour & Tasting, Exhibition Hall, Shopping, World-Famous Kobe Beef Lunch

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 437 yards (about 400 metres), at times over uneven surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach, and at the restaurant and Sake Brewery; a lift is available at the restaurant. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, a sweater or light jacket, bottled water, and Japanese Yen or credit cards for purchases from the ship. Although credit cards are mostly accepted, Japanese Yen is required for any purchases; guests are advised to exchange money at the airport prior to the cruise. Proper attire is required to enter temples and shrines; shorts and bare shoulders are not permitted. Guests must be at least 12 years old to participate on this tour; minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years old. Guests must be at least 20 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. Infrastructure in Kobe may be basic, and local conditions may be challenging; coaches, guides, hotels, restaurants, equipment, and services are the best-available in the area, but may not be up to the standards of those found on other ports. Therefore, we urge flexibility and understanding as we visit unique, less-touristic destinations. The cost of providing a tour programme in this area is proportionately more expensive than in neighbouring regions, as vehicles and guides are brought in from the whole region. This may be reflected in the prices of the tours, and we thank you for your understanding. Additional beverages are available at the restaurant at each guest’s own expense. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. The tour sequence may vary. Space on this tour is very limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment.