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[Hyogo, Tatsuno] Brewing experience in Tatsuno, the town of soy sauce (Fermentation LabCoo)
[Hyogo, Tatsuno] Brewing experience in Tatsuno, the town of soy sauce (Fermentation LabCoo)
[Hyogo, Tatsuno] Brewing experience in Tatsuno, the town of soy sauce (Fermentation LabCoo)
[Hyogo, Tatsuno] Brewing experience in Tatsuno, the town of soy sauce (Fermentation LabCoo)
[Hyogo, Tatsuno] Brewing experience in Tatsuno, the town of soy sauce (Fermentation LabCoo)

[Hyogo, Tatsuno] Brewing experience in Tatsuno, the town of soy sauce (Fermentation LabCoo)


Booking confirmed within 1 working day(s)
Duration:2 hour(s)
Guided language: English / 日本語
Free cancellation 2 day(s) prior to experience date

    [5% App discount] Code: APP5OFF , HK: APP15HK

    Package Options

    Cultural Experiences

    Activity timeMorning, Afternoon
    LocationIndoor
    Activity levelBeginner
    Experience typeDIY Workshop
    Cuisine typeJapanese cuisine
    Additional service & facilityBarrier free
    Minimum participant requirement1 traveler

    Product Info

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    • Learn about fermentation culture in this hands-on workshop in Tatsuno, the soy sauce town! Enjoy making your own soy sauce and miso balls. This plan offers the "Make Your Own Soy Sauce Experience," "Miso Ball Experience," or both. The experience content varies depending on the plan selected at the time of reservation. Experience Japanese fermentation culture in Tatsuno City, Hyogo Prefecture, known as the birthplace of light soy sauce. The instructor is a nutritionist and fermentation instructor. Beginners will receive a thorough explanation of the ingredients used in soy sauce and miso, the mechanisms of fermentation, and the background to the establishment of soy sauce brewing in Tatsuno. Learn about the intricacies of fermentation from an expert's perspective. The venue is located in the historic castle town area, designated as a nationally designated Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings, and its beautiful streetscape, sometimes referred to as "Little Kyoto," still remains. Participants can enjoy "Make Your Own Soy Sauce," where they add natural dashi and spices to freshly squeezed soy sauce, and "Miso Balls," where they mix Banshu miso, made with plenty of koji, with dried vegetables. Through hands-on experience, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the ingredients and production methods of soy sauce and miso. In the "Make Your Own Soy Sauce" experience, participants will taste different soy sauces to discover the differences in their aroma and flavor, and create their own original soy sauce. In the "Miso Balls" experience, participants can easily enjoy the taste of fermentation at home by simply pouring hot water over them to create authentic miso soup. While the experience lasts only about an hour, it's a fulfilling experience that allows participants to experience the charm of fermentation and the region's vibrant food culture. After the experience, participants can take a stroll around Tatsuno Castle Town, dotted with soy sauce breweries and museums, and experience Japan's unique history and culture. ~Experience Outline (Guideline)~ ・Check-in and orientation ・Mini lecture to learn about the mechanisms of fermentation and the background of soy sauce making ・Make your own soy sauce or make miso balls ・Clean up and hand over the finished product *The content and required time of the experience will vary depending on the plan you have booked and the situation on the day.
    • 1. Make your own one-of-a-kind soy sauce. This experience involves making your own original soy sauce using freshly pressed raw soy sauce as a base, adding natural dashi and spices. You can learn about the depth of soy sauce through tasting comparisons. 2. Make miso balls that are fun to make and delicious to eat. Mix dried vegetables with Banshu miso, which uses plenty of koji, to make miso balls, which can be made into authentic miso soup simply by pouring hot water over them. This is a simple fermentation experience that can be enjoyed by children and adults alike. 3. Learn about fermentation culture in Tatsuno, the town of soy sauce. Through this experience, you can experience the history and fermentation culture of Tatsuno, the birthplace of light soy sauce.
    • ④ Easy-to-understand lecture by a fermentation expert A lecturer who is a nutritionist and fermentation instructor will lecture on the mechanisms of fermentation and the basics of soy sauce and miso making. You can enjoy learning about the depth of fermentation from an expert's perspective.
    • 5. Experience surrounded by a historic townscape, also known as Little Kyoto Fermentation LabCoo is located in the castle town of Tatsuno, which has been designated as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings by the national government. This is an experience that can be enjoyed along with a stroll through the historic townscape, also known as Little Kyoto.

    Purchase Notice

    Please note the following when participating in this course:

    • ・This plan is manually confirmed (request reservation). After the operator confirms the reservation details, your reservation will be officially confirmed when they contact you to confirm your reservation. ・You can choose from the "Make Your Own Soy Sauce Experience," "Miso Ball Making Experience," or a plan that includes both. The experience content will vary depending on the plan you select when booking. ・We do not accommodate individual requests for food allergies. If you have any concerns about ingredients, please contact us in advance. ・Please be sure to check the cancellation policy before making a reservation. ・The progress and duration of the experience may vary depending on the number of participants and operational conditions on the day.

    Reminders

    • Participant age: 0 to 100 years old

    • Clothing and belongings: We recommend wearing comfortable clothing.

    • Duration: 1. Making your own soy sauce (approx. 1 hour) 2. Making miso balls (approx. 1 hour) 3. Making your own soy sauce + miso balls (approx. 2 hours)

    • Minimum number of participants: 1 person

    Meeting Point

    Location Name: 22-2 Shimokawahara, Tatsuno-cho, Tatsuno City, Hyogo Prefecture, 679-4177

    Address: 22-2 Shimokawahara, Tatsuno-cho, Tatsuno City, Hyogo Prefecture, 679-4177

    How to Get There
    ・Meeting time: Please arrive at Fermentation LabCoo 10 minutes before the start of the experience. ・Meeting location: Fermentation LabCoo

    Experience Location

    Location Name: 22-2 Shimokawahara, Tatsuno-cho, Tatsuno City, Hyogo Prefecture, 679-4177

    Address: 22-2 Shimokawahara, Tatsuno-cho, Tatsuno City, Hyogo Prefecture, 679-4177

    How to Get There
    ・By train: 15 minutes on foot from Hon-Tatsuno Station on the JR Kishin Line

    Cancellation Policy

    • Cancellations 2 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
    • Cancellation is not allowed between 0–1 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
    NOTE
    • Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.

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