Indulge in a one-of-a-kind gastronomic journey blending the best of Hiroshima’s iconic oysters and premium sake. Cruise through the picturesque Seto Inland Sea, visiting oyster farms, soy sauce producers, and citrus orchards. Experience the thrill of shucking oysters under expert guidance, then savor a luxurious seafood BBQ on the water, paired with handpicked local sake. This tour offers a perfect mix of culinary delight, breathtaking scenery, and authentic local culture.
This rare culinary experience, blending oyster farming traditions with the flavors of Hiroshima, is perfect for food enthusiasts seeking a taste of Japan’s rich maritime culture.

Tour information

■ Number of Participants (Min.- Max.)

2-5 participants (Private Tour)

■ Reservation 

By request

■ Deadline for Reservations

7 days before the participation date

■ Tour Schedule/Time

Year-round, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

■ Meeting point and address

Takehara Port

Price

￥150,000 per person (2 participants)
￥105,000 per person (3 participants)
￥85,000 per person (4 participants)
￥70,000 per person (5 participants) 　
*including tax

■ Included
– Guide (within the itinerary time)
– Private car (departure and return in Takehara)
– Producer visit at Osaki-Kamijima
– Shopping for BBQ ingredients at a local supermarket
– Sake tasting at a local brewery
– Oyster shucking
– Oyster BBQ and ginjo-sake pairing

Feature

Scenic ferry ride and island exploration

Travel by ferry or private motor boat to Osakikamijima, with transportation arranged to visit local producers on the island.

Farm visits and local ingredients

Learn about oyster farming at Farm Suzuki and purchase freshly harvested oysters. Tour Okamoto Soy Sauce Brewery and select soy-based condiments. Pick fresh lemons at Iwasaki Farm to enhance your culinary creations.

Oyster shucking

Learn to shuck oysters with the guidance of seasoned producers at a local workshop.

Seto Inland Sea BBQ

Enjoy a BBQ feast featuring Hiroshima’s premium oysters (Kaki Komachi), accompanied by local seasonal ingredients and paired with artisanal ginjo sake from a nearby brewery.

Cultural exploration in Takehara

Conclude the day with a visit to Takehara’s preserved historic district, a charming town with abundant Edo-period architecture.

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Time

Morning

Departure 8:30 a.m.   

① Meet your guide at Takehara Station (JR呉線 竹原駅).

② Move to Takehara Port by private car, and board the car ferry to Osaki-Kamijima island.

③ Visit the island’s producers (production sites) to procure ingredients and seasonings needed for the oyster BBQ.

Afternoon

④ Visit a sake brewery to procure ginjo sake to pair with the oysters.

⑤ Transfer to Oyster BBQ House Yasuura by private taxi after shopping for BBQ ingredients at a local supermarket.

⑥ Enjoy the oyster BBQ and ginjo-sake pairing at an oyster farmer’s house on the Seto Inland Sea.

⑦ Transfer to Takehara by private car.

⑧ Explore the Takehara Historic Preservation District. Purchase limited-edition sake from the brewery as a special keepsake from your journey!

End of the tour 5:00 p.m.

Remarks

• Reservations will be automatically cancelled if you are 15 minutes late for the meeting time.
• If you behave in a way that disturbs or is offensive to others or the guide, the tour will be interrupted.
• Please check the terms and conditions of the trip before applying.

Cancel policy

• 10 to 8 days prior to the start of the tour: 20% of the tour fee.
• 7 to 2 days prior to the start of the tour: 30% of the tour fee.
• One day prior to the start of the tour: 40% of the tour fee.
• On the day of the tour: 50% of the trip fee.
• Cancellation or no-show after the start of the trip: 100% of the trip fee.