Sushi Making with a Local Chef, Sake Brewery, and Miho Shrine
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Port
Sakaiminato, Japan
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Activity Level
Moderate Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$390
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4.75 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals included
Enjoy a day appreciating the culinary heritage and cultural beauty of the Sakaiminato region. This tour offers a fantastic opportunity to learn the art of sushi-making with the freshest ingredients and to discover the fascinating world of Japanese sake. You will also visit the historic Miho Shrine, where you may witness the elegance of Gagaku (ancient court music) and Miko-mai (sacred shrine dance) during a prayer ceremony.
Head to a local sake brewery with a long-standing history. Through a guided tour of the facilities, you will learn about the heritage of the brewery and see firsthand the meticulous process behind crafting high-quality sake.
Enjoy a hands-on sushi making experience. A professional chef demonstrates the traditional techniques; then, you will have the chance to press your own sushi using fresh seafood sourced directly from local Sakaiminato restaurants. Pair your handmade sushi with a selection of sake for a taste treat.
After lunch, the tour proceeds to Miho Shrine for a short prayer ceremony to receive traditional blessings. The Miho Shrine, built in the 16th century, is dedicated to the god of fishermen, economic prosperity and music, and the goddess of abundant harvest. Surrounded by the Shimane Peninsula's dense forest, Miho is a lead shrine among thousands scattered across Japan.
Finally, pause for photos outside the Mihonoseki Lighthouse, the oldest stone lighthouse in the region. Built in 1898 by a French architect, it ranks among the world's top 100 historical lighthouses.
Please note: You must remove your shoes at one or more location(s). Tour sequence may vary. Bring local currency and credit cards, as most vendors do not accept US dollars. Minimum age to drink alcohol is 19 years, with a companion aged 21 years or older. The kind of seafood available at the sushi experience will change seasonally and daily, they cannot be confirmed. There is no inside visit at the lighthouse.