Kyoto
The sake education in Fushimi’s brewing district: insider tastings of seven grades, brewery tours with food pairings and sessions that finally explain why rice polish percentage matters. Kyoto’s soft water built this industry; the tastings prove the point.
Discover Kyoto's sake culture with this 3-hour insider experience. Visit breweries, taste 10+ sakes, and learn from expert guides—great for curious travelers.
Most Popular“Mayo is phenomenal! I showed up for the sake tasting and left with so much knowledge. The history, the process, and the categories of sake were all very well explained. Bonus: you also get to try the sake with food, which makes it even better.…”
Explore Kyoto’s sake culture on a private brewery tour with tastings, food pairings, and expert insights—perfect for curious drinkers and culture lovers.
“The guide knew a lot about the subject and his explanation was very attentive and detailed.”
Discover Kyoto’s local sake scene on this engaging 3-hour walking tour, featuring visits to museums, tasting sessions, and insights into traditional brewing.
“Amazing tour! We had so much fun and learned a lot from Ayu. You also get so much sake on this tour - 21 tasters!”
Discover Kyoto’s sake secrets with an expert-led tasting, food pairing, and insights into brewing traditions—perfect for enthusiasts and curious travelers alike.
“Excellent experience. Sommelier gave a lesson on the different types and showcased several sakes to illustrate the key differences. Overall great experience”
Discover Kyoto’s sake culture with a private tasting, 7 varieties, expert guides, and Japanese snacks—an engaging, educational experience for your trip.
“Kiyomi was so enthusiastic and knowledgeable! We learned so much about the intricacies of sake and how the differences in brewing can be tasted. Highly recommend”
Experience a private, authentic tea ceremony in a 300-year-old Kyoto samurai house, including sake tasting, kimono dressing, and photo ops for an unforgettable cultural journey.
“It was amazing. The family was very very nice. Their house was amazing. Out of a movie! My family had an amazing time!”
Experience rare, traditional sake brewing techniques in Kyoto with expert-led tastings of 10 unique sakes, perfect for all levels of enthusiasts.
“I recommend this tour to anyone who likes and drinks sake(nihonshu). You get an opportunity to learn from the best about how it's created and the different types. 10 out 10 would recommend.”
Discover Kyoto's enchanting Gion district at night with a guided walk, enjoying iconic sights and high-quality sake. Perfect for culture lovers and night owls.
“The Tour was amazing. Many new things I learned about Kyoto and the guide was very friendly and supportive.”
Experience Kyoto’s vibrant night scene on a small-group walking tour through Gion and Yasaka, tasting local sake and discovering hidden temples and streets.
“We will always remember our nighttime tour of Kyoto. Thanks so much, Shumpei! We loved learning about Kyoto and visiting the shrines and temples.”
Explore Kyoto’s Fushimi district on a lively brewery tour featuring two historic breweries, 18 sake tastings, and engaging insights into Japanese sake culture.
“The tour was good :) We learned something about how sake is made and then we coule try a lot of different flavors. it was interesting, that every sake we tasted, tasted different. The guide was open to every question and really nice! We had…”
Discover Kyoto’s sake culture with Kenji’s expert tasting in a trendy standing bar. Learn about sake production, sample eight varieties, and enjoy Japanese snacks.
“We met Kenji for a sake tasting. It was a great experience for first time sake drinkers. We learned so much from Kenji about the process to brew sake and the different varieties. Kenji was personable, and he answered all our questions. It wRead more”
Experience making your own pewter sake cup in Kyoto with a skilled craftsman. A hands-on, authentic craft workshop perfect for art lovers and gift givers alike.
“It was a really nice experience, the place is very nice and I was what I was looking for. I liked it very much and would highly recommend it.”
Explore Kyoto’s unique sake varieties with expert guides in a private tasting room. Perfect for all levels, learn about ancient brewing methods for $66.
Experience Kyoto’s culinary secrets on a 3.5-hour Gion night tour with 9 dishes and 6 sake tastings, guided by experts in an authentic setting.
“Amazing, was so much fun!”
Discover Kyoto's authentic sake and local cuisine on a personalized pub crawl led by a knowledgeable guide. Perfect for food lovers and cultural explorers.
“We had a wonderful night drinking sake and enjoying delicious food with Kenji. He is an exceptional guide with a lot of knowledge about sake and Kyoto. This tour was the highlight of our visit to Kyoto. I highly recommend to anyone that wants an…”
Ten thousand shrine gates, tea poured properly and geisha lanes at dusk.