Sake Experience

Uncover the little-known sake culture of Fushimi, Kyoto on a 3-hour insider brewery visit + sake tasting and food pairing session with an expert. Deepen your knowledge of sake making process and a bit of history of its production at Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum.  Enjoy the samples of different types of sake as well as leaning details and varieties and personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour. This is a fun and educational experience to change your way of enjoying sake.   If you love sake but don't know what to select or want to know more about sake, join us and let's deep dive into the world of sake. After you experienced this, you will know which type of Sake actually you like, and you will be able to select your favorite Sake from labels or restaurant's menu even if they are all written in Japanese.

Uncover the little-known sake culture of Fushimi, Kyoto on a 90 min sake tasting and food pairing session with a certified Sake Sommelier.  Enjoy the samples of different types of sake, and learn about different varieties of sake with the personalized attention from your guide on this small-group activity.  This is a fun and educational experience to change your way of enjoying sake.    If you love sake but don't know what to select or want to know more about sake, join us and let's deep dive into the world of sake.  After this experience, you will know which type of sake you like, and you will be able to select your favorite sake from labels or restaurant menus even if they are all written in Japanese.

Sip your way through our sake tasting in Tokyo. Discover new sake tastes and build your own sake style with nicely paired Japanese snacks. Join our sake lesson to discover new styles and sample sake pairings with a sommelier for 2 hours. Demystify sake through learning and exploring your taste buds.  – Learn basic sake 101 to know the proper way to select and drink sake with food – Taste 6 high-quality sake from small family-owned breweries. Also, experience how sake flavors change depending on different temperatures and sake cup shapes. – Explore your tastebuds through sake and food pairings while learning how sake complements many kinds of flavors.

This experience is perfect for both newcomers to sake and enthusiasts alike! We source highly-rated sakes from across the country, offering a fun and accessible sake tasting experience. Sake can be enjoyed at various temperatures depending on the season and the dish, allowing you to explore its unique aromas, rich depth, and crisp flavors while pairing it with different foods.

We walk and the guide will explain about the local history of Takayama and let you taste Japanese local sake! One of the best in Takayama. Takayama and its surrounding with traditional houses and history and sake breweries all around. Here there are more than six within downtown. We are going to taste local sake, the history of sake and this town, how sake is made and much more. The guide will explain in detail how sake is made in a clear, simple and step by step explanation. For sake lovers, for Takayama lovers!

First, we will give a brief explanation to our guests. This is a course where you can eat various parts of Wagyu beef. You can also enjoy ingredients unique to Japan and seasonal alcoholic beverages. Each of the 7 dishes will be paired with sake. Course content changes depending on the season. If you are interested in Japanese sake or want to try Wagyu beef, please come and enjoy dinner with us. It can also be reserved for groups. Reservations can be made by one person, so please feel free to contact us.

Sake breweries are scattered in the Nada area, where the area is known as one of the best sake breweries in Japan. Several breweries are open to the public, and they are popular with tourists because they offer tours of the production process and free tastings. Sake brewing in Nada has been active since the Edo period and now accounts for about 30% of Japan's total sake production. The location, climatic environment, quality of rice, and water are just perfect to brew sake in Nada. Those are essential for sake brewing, and the craftsmanship has been handed down from generation to generation with its techniques. This tour will not only introduce a sake brewery and tasting but will also introduce you to the food culture using sake, strolling through local shopping streets. By learning about the efforts of the people involved in sake brewing, as well as feeling the daily lives in the area, you will be able to understand the appeal of sake.

Sample sake in a tasting led by a native English speaker in Asakusa, Tokyo Choose from over 50 brands of sake from across Japan and discover the nuances and differences of different varieties Beginners are welcome to join — no previous knowledge is required, and your host will provide an overview and introduction to sake and its different varieties Learn about the diverse world of sake and how to understand different flavor profiles, then shop for your favorite bottles onsite after the tasting Great location within walking distance from Asakusa Station

Join us for a Sake tasting session with a local Sake lover, with 10kinds of Sake and some Japanese snacks!! It takes around 1.5 hour and you will get to know Sake!! Experience Sake in a restaurant with us while learing about basic information of Sake and the differences between region, production method and tempreture. If you like to drink more, we can serve you more glasses and refill too!! So you do not have to think of saving drinking also!! Some Sakes are rarely seen outside Japan, so it wil be the activity that you can only experince when you are in Japan!! We would like to interactive with you, do not be afraid to ask us some questions about Sake, culture, drink places… everything about Japan!! ■Additional Food In case you want to enjoy Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) and Wagyu Sukiyaki(Hot pot), you can also try them with additional fee!! However, this is optional so if you like to know more, you can comment or ask us when you arrive 🙂

Looking for a unique cultural experience in Kyoto? Join a hands-on sake blending workshop and discover the art of Japanese sake! ・Staff-Guided Workshop: Learn sake history and styles, after that, taste and blend sake with step-by-step instruction from start to finish. ・Sake Tasting: Sample 12 selected sakes—daiginjo, nama, junmai, and aged—to explore a full range of flavors. ・Blending Experience: Choose 3–4 sakes from the tasting lineup, experiment with ratios, and craft your own signature flavor. ・NFT Keepsake: Receive a digital certificate recording your unique recipe. ・Ideal For: Culture lovers, small groups or couples, and Japanese sake enthusiasts. ・Key Info – Duration: 70 minutes – Minimum age: 20+ – Fitness Level: Minimal — participants stand and walk short distances (≤200 m total) – Accessibility: One small step in the access corridor leading to the experience room; wheelchair users may require assistance. Please let us know any mobility restrictions when booking.

First, read the pamphlet and learn about the culture and history of sake and delicacies. After that, you will choose three types of sake from all over the country. Next, choose three delicacies that have been popular in Japan since ancient times. Then have them eat and drink and compare the tastes. You can drink a little at a time, so even those who don't like alcohol can participate. The staff will take photos of your memories, so you can share them on your way home.

Art's Sake in Hua Hin is a vibrant and unique art gallery offering an immersive experience for art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike. Located in the heart of Hua Hin, this gallery showcases a diverse collection of contemporary art from both local and international artists. Visitors can explore a variety of mediums, including paintings, sculptures, and mixed media works, all thoughtfully curated to create an engaging atmosphere. In addition to the artwork on display, Art's Sake often hosts events, exhibitions, and workshops, providing opportunities for creative expression and interaction with the local art community. Whether you're an art lover or simply looking for a cultural experience in Hua Hin, Art's Sake offers a welcoming and inspiring space to appreciate the world of art.

We offer sake tours in Nara, the birthplace of sake, where you can experience its historical brewing and culture. Accompanied by a sake-loving guide, you can interact with locals, enjoy local sake and cuisine, and have the special experience of toasting in front of World Heritage sites. We promise you an unforgettable journey, fully immersing you in the charm of Nara.

Amazing experience of a western twist on Japanese sake snacks. Taste tsukudani (preserved seafood) in traditional and modern ways at Shinbashi Tamakiya, established in 1782. You can taste it while learning about its history. After learning about the shop’s history , sample its secret sauce and taste its signature tsukudani. Then, taste a small amount of rice with tsukudani and furikake seasonings, and try tsukudani with various ingredients such as pasta and nuts.　You can pair it with wine and Japanese sake.

Be amazed by AI technology that helps you compare 10 kinds of sake with different tastes and colors, and find the one that suits your palate! This is a special plan you can only experience here. This plan can be used anytime between [2024] 13:00 and 18:00 / [2025] 13:00 and 15:00. Enjoy trying some Japanese sake within 30 minutes from reception. To commemorate their trip to Japan, customers will receive a mini sake cup. This is recommended for beginners interested in sake and those who are curious to know their sake preference. Enjoy a stroll through Shibuya PARCO, a commercial complex within walking distance of the majorly popular Shibuya and Harajuku areas that is packed with the latest technologies.

Beyond the Kyoto Insider Sake Experience covers sake brewed with a very different concept than the ones introduced in the basic sake tours. Sake you will taste in this experience is unique and exceptional: ones brewed using ancient methods that are different from modern methods, a new type of sake that utilizes the characteristics of microorganisms, and sake that is brewed using local wood, giving it a taste unique to the region. By tasting these types of sake, you will be fascinated by the profundity of sake and the possibilities of how different tastes can be created by the sake making process. Please note that in the Advanced Sake Tasting Experience, we also cover the basics of sake production and the sake categories. Even if you have no prior sake experience, you can enjoy the Advanced course.

Kubota Liquor Store is a long-established liquor store that was founded in 1914 (Taisho 3), and is the first place you should visit if you want to buy Fukui's local sake in Sabae. Here guests will get to taste locally made sakes in special lacquered glasses. Guests can try junmai sake, daiginjo sake, or both depending on the plan. Glasses for junmai sake have a wide opening so that you can enjoy the full flavor of junmai sake, whereas glasses for daiginjo sake have a slightly narrower opening to trap the aroma and has depth to its shape which is its characteristic. This experience is perfect for those who love sake as they will get in try local sake in a unique way.

Immerse yourself in the rich culture of sake brewing with our Kyoto tour. We'll explore not just the brewery, but also the history and traditions surrounding this celebrated beverage. Learn how sake is woven into the fabric of Japanese society, from special ceremonies to everyday life. Enjoy delicious food pairings that reflect the regional cuisine and complement the nihonshu flavors.

Even if you’re new to Japanese sake, you’ll feel right at home with our friendly and passionate host. Through sake, we’ll take you on a journey into Japan’s history, culture, and the hidden charm of the breweries. Discover sake you’ve never tasted or even heard of before—unpasteurized namazake, aged sake, and exclusive brews you can only find here. This is more than just a tasting; it’s an experience that reveals the untold stories and unique traditions of Japanese sake, offering a new perspective on Japan’s vibrant culture. With a 100% satisfaction guarantee, ERIKO—your sake-obsessed guide—will open the door to an unforgettable world of flavor and discovery. Join us and find your new favorite sake today!

This is a great opportunity to learn about sake and Japanese culture. Sake tasting and snacks from various regions of Japan will be served. Guides will provide explanations in English and Japanese, with additional translation equipment for explanations in other languages, so everyone is welcome to participate. During the tasting, you will learn about the different types of sake, how they are made, and how they pair with food. You will also have the opportunity to taste a variety of sake, including Daiginjo, Ginjo, and Junmai sake. The snacks served are carefully selected to complement the sake and enhance the overall taste experience. This experience is a great way to learn about Japanese culture and experience the unique flavors of sake. It is also a great opportunity to meet other sake enthusiasts. This experience will deepen your understanding of sake and add another layer of significance to your trip.