A one-day tour of Takahata Sake Brewery and winery culture in Yamagata, Japan
- Book a tour of Takahata Winery or Yonezuru Brewery through KKday and experience the culture of Japanese sake brewing in depth.
- For lunch, enjoy a Yonezawa beef roast beef bowl and soba noodle set meal at the Yonezawa Tourist Center.
- Visit the former Takahata Station and admire its Renaissance Revival-style architecture crafted from Takahata stone.
- The majestic Dainichi Nyorai stone Buddha statue at Ryujuin Temple showcases the beauty of stone sculpture from the Kamakura period.
Sightseeing Tours
| Tour Type | Small Group |
| Transportation method | Transfer from meeting point |
| Meal arrangement | Lunch included |
| Sightseeing type | Historic site tour, Sightseeing taxi |
| Transport | Charter car |
Product Info
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ーImportant Informationー
- Departure/drop-off point: JR Takahata Station.
- Sights to visit: Yoneori Tourist Center, Former Takahata Station, Dainichi Nyorai Temple, Ikuwari Rock Garden, and Taiyokan Bathhouse.
- Itinerary highlights: Enjoy local meals and experience activities.
- Travel time: approximately 4.5 hours.
- Suitable for: Travelers who love Japanese local culture, historical architecture and local cuisine.
ーProduct Introductionー
- Yonezawa Tourist Center: Enjoy Yamagata's specialties, Yonezawa beef donburi and soba noodles, and enjoy local delicacies and souvenirs all at once.
- Former Takahata Station: This historic building, constructed entirely of Takahata stone and incorporating Renaissance style, is now a registered cultural asset and well worth a visit.
- Mahavairocana Stone Buddha: This 5.4-meter-tall stone Buddha, carved during the Kamakura period, has a solemn and majestic expression and is an important symbol of faith in the Takahata region.
- Kuawari Rock Garden Park: Renovated from the remains of a 30-meter-high quarry, it offers a stunning stone wall landscape interwoven with natural and man-made elements.
- Konetsuru Brewery (weekdays only): This sake brewery, established over 300 years ago, has won numerous domestic and international wine awards. They also specially brew "Fu" sake made from Taiwanese rice, symbolizing the friendship between the two places.
- Takahata Winery: Located in the picturesque town of Takahata, their signature wine, "Mahoroba's Lady," is a super-sweet wine perfect for those who enjoy fruity and sweet wines.
ーItineraryー
- JR Takahata Station (10:40) → Lunch at the Yoneori Tourist Center (11:00 - 12:00) → Former Takahata Station → Dainichi Nyorai (Great Nyorai) → Ukuwari Ishii Garden Park → Sake Brewery Visit (1:20 - 1:30) → JR Takahata Station
※This tour is a taxi tour. Please note that the required time and duration of the tour may vary depending on weather and traffic conditions.
Once an important stronghold of the local railway, it is now well-preserved and boasts unique stone architectural features, making it a rare historical scene on your journey.
The majestic and majestic stone Buddha statue nestled within the ancient temple is a testament to the faith and art of the Takahata region, quietly guarding the land.
This special landscape park, transformed from an old quarry, is surrounded by majestic stone walls, as if entering a hidden secret world of stone.
Established in 1697, this long-established sake brewery boasts over 300 years of history. Located in the naturally beautiful town of Takahata, the brewery boasts not only a strong reputation for sake brewing but also a commitment to local connections and cultural promotion. The brewery boasts stunning scenery year-round, and in spring, the vibrant rapeseed blossom fields are a popular spot for both photo opportunities and visitors.
Important Info
Reminders
Please inform us in advance if you have food allergies.
If you fail to arrive before the meeting time, your reservation will be automatically cancelled.
This tour is a 4-seater minicab. Please note that the required time and duration of the tour may vary depending on weather and traffic conditions.
Visitors with large luggage (suitcases, etc.) can leave their luggage free of charge at the Tourism Association office. Please keep any valuables with you.
There is a hot spring facility at JR Takahata Station (Takahata-machi Taiyokan). Please refrain from using the hot springs after consuming alcohol.
Cancellation Policy
- For cancellations made at least 2 day(s) prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–1 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- 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 your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.
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