Himeji: Experience Japanese Food Culture — Sushi-Making Experience and Sake Brewery Tour

【Welcoming both international visitors and Japanese residents】 A Bus Tour from Himeji Station: Experience Sushi and Japanese Sake How about spending a day experiencing the charm of traditional Japanese culture and cuisine? Our first stop is Himeji Nadagiku Sake Brewery, which features a wooden brewery building constructed over 100 years ago. You will learn about the history of sake brewing, take memorable photos, and taste 3 to 5 varieties of Japanese sake. Let’s discover the depth and richness of Japanese sake, crafted with tradition and skill. Next, you will visit the locally popular kaitenzushi (conveyor-belt sushi) restaurant Rikimaru for a hands-on sushi chef experience. Rikimaru is committed to quality, using carefully selected, authentic ingredients, with fresh seasonal fish delivered daily from fishing ports across Japan. For this tour, the restaurant will be reserved exclusively, allowing you to enjoy a truly authentic sushi-making experience. Using fresh ingredients, you will make 8 pieces of nigiri sushi while learning tips directly from professional sushi chefs. As a special experience, you can even place the sushi you made onto the conveyor belt and watch it go around—just like a real sushi chef! Finally, enjoy your handmade sushi served with aka-dashi (red miso soup). This is more than just eating—by learning about the ingredients and techniques, you will gain a deeper appreciation for the value of Japanese cuisine. Through learning, tasting, and creating, we invite you to enjoy a special time experiencing Himeji’s traditions and culinary culture with all five senses. What’s included in the sushi-making experience: ●8 pieces of nigiri sushi ●Aka-dashi (red miso soup) ※Additional sushi and drinks from Rikimaru’s regular menu may be ordered for an extra charge. <Online Reservation & Payment> How to Book: Step 1: Select the Number of Participants. Step 2: Pick a date and time from the Calendar. Step 3: Review the event details and confirm your reservation. Note: We only accept credit card payments. ※ Advance reservations are required. We cannot accommodate same-day bookings ※ A confirmation email will be sent once your booking is complete. If you do not receive it, please contact the Administration Office below. ※ As your tour date approaches, we will send an "Event Day Guide" to your registered email address. This will include the meeting location and important reminders for the day.