Escape the city and discover the culinary heart of the Chita Peninsula, one of Japan’s most celebrated food-producing regions, just south of Nagoya.
Blessed with a mild climate, fertile farmland, and abundant seafood, Chita has long been known as a center of Japanese fermentation culture, producing sake, vinegar, miso, and tamari soy sauce that have shaped Japanese cuisine for centuries.
Your journey begins at Keigama, a renowned Tokoname pottery studio preserving one of Japan’s Six Ancient Kilns traditions. Learn how artisans create the acclaimed BAN tableware collection, developed in collaboration with professional chefs to showcase food at its finest.
Next, visit Sawada Sake Brewery, founded in 1848, where generations of brewers have crafted premium sake using local rice, pure water, and traditional techniques. Gain a deeper appreciation for Japan’s brewing culture while exploring the historic brewery.
The experience culminates with a special gastronomic lunch at Le Coeuryuzu, one of Chita’s leading restaurants. Award-winning Chef Watanabe presents seasonal local ingredients beautifully arranged on BAN pottery, accompanied by carefully selected pairings including Sawada Sake Brewery’s sake.
This immersive experience reveals how craftsmanship, fermentation, and regional ingredients come together to create one of Japan’s most distinctive culinary cultures.
Meet your professional English-speaking guide in your hotel lobby before departing by private vehicle for the Chita Peninsula.
Explore the workshop and gallery of Keigama with an artisan guide.
Learn about Tokoname ware, one of Japan’s Six Ancient Kilns, and discover the celebrated BAN collection—tableware developed alongside professional chefs to enhance the presentation of fine cuisine.
See how texture, color, and form elevate every dish, making these pieces favorites among acclaimed restaurants throughout Japan.
Visit Sawada Sake Brewery, an independent sake brewery established in 1848.
Learn about the history of sake brewing, Chita’s fermentation culture, and the brewery’s dedication to traditional craftsmanship while touring the historic facilities.
Your visit also includes a souvenir set featuring a 300ml bottle of Hakurou Tokubetsu Junmai, a miniature sake cup, and a traditional sake lees snack to enjoy at home.
Enjoy an exclusive lunch created by Chef Watanabe, recipient of the prestigious Cuisine Masters award and featured in the international restaurant guide Gault & Millau.
Seasonal ingredients sourced from across the Chita Peninsula are presented on beautiful Tokoname pottery, including pieces from the BAN collection you explored earlier. Each course is thoughtfully paired with local beverages, including premium sake from Sawada Sake Brewery, creating a memorable expression of Chita’s food culture.
Relax during the drive back to Nagoya. Drop-off at Chubu Centrair International Airport is also available upon request instead of returning to the city.
Your gastronomic journey concludes upon arrival in Nagoya.
Your hotel in Nagoya
Please inform us of any dietary restrictions at the time of booking. If no dietary information is provided, we will assume you have no restrictions. Advance notice is required so we can arrange a suitable restaurant for lunch.
This experience is booked on request. We will respond to the request within 5 days
| Cancellation Date | Cancellation Fee |
|---|---|
| On the tour date | 100% of the tour price |
| 1 day prior to the tour date | 50% of the tour price |
| 2 to 7 days prior to the tour date | 30% of the tour price |
| 8 to 10 days prior to the tour date | 20% of the tour price |
| 11 or more days prior to the tour date | Free |
Tokoname City
