A Journey Through Sake in Niigata
Japan’s sake powerhouse
Experience the Flavors of Niigata and Its Famous Sake
Niigata
From JPY 247,000 /pers.
3 Days ~ 2 Nights
2 ~ 4
Overview
Begin your journey aboard The Koshino Shu*Kura, one of Japan’s 44 ‘Joyful Trains’, which runs along the Sea of Japan and is specially dedicated to sake lovers.
Niigata, renowned for its snowy winters, has an even greater reputation as a major producer of rice and sake. The Minamiuonuma area, is nationally recognized as a pinnacle for its premium Koshihikari rice, used in the region’s sake production, particularly by breweries like Aoki Shuzo, and Hakkaisan Brewery, which enjoy nationwide recognition.
Experience eco-friendly yukimuro snow storage techniques, and learn about the art of sake production or authentic Yamaga-zuke pickles at Imanari Tsukemono, a traditional pickle made from wild edible vegetables.
Then elevate your experience with a two-night stay at a ryokan, with soothing onsen and exquisite regional cuisine, embodying the stories Niigata has to tell.
Experience Highlights
- Ride aboard the Koshino Shu*Kura Joyful Train, on a scenic sake-themed journey along the Sea of Japan.
- Visit renowned Niigata breweries such as Aoki Shuzo and Hakkaisan Brewery to experience premium sake production.
- Authentic Cultural Immersion with Ryokan Stay, with onsen hot springs and gourmet regional cuisine.
Recommended for people who…
- Appreciate exclusive sake-themed journeys in Japan’s most renowned sake-producing region..
- Enjoy immersive regional experiences.
- Desire leisurely luxury, including ryokan stays with soothing onsen and gourmet cuisine.
