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.
“Kyoko & Miyuki were great guides. We learned so much about sake including how to read labels, what kind of styles are there, what affects the taste, how sake is made, how it’s paired with food… Definitely recommend this course.”
Discover Kyoto’s local sake scene on this engaging 3-hour walking tour, featuring visits to museums, tasting sessions, and insights into traditional brewing.
“Rika was a wonderful tour guide. She spoke good English and was knowledgeable able sake. It was a fun few hours to figure out which kind of sake we prefer.”
Discover Kyoto’s sake secrets with an expert-led tasting, food pairing, and insights into brewing traditions—perfect for enthusiasts and curious travelers alike.
“We have been hosted by Kiyomi. She is simply great! Her explanation was quick yet thorough. You can clearly see her passion when she talks about saké or wine. We learned a lot in a very short time. Absolutely recommended. Thank you so much kiyomi!”
Discover Kyoto’s sake culture with a private tasting, 7 varieties, expert guides, and Japanese snacks—an engaging, educational experience for your trip.
“Interesting and practical information shared, very varied selection of sake and now I know which one I prefer!”
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.
“You simply will not find a more fascinating, enjoyable, and culturally and historically rich experience in Kyoto than this one! Our group of four adults was absolutely mesmerized by the authentic tea ceremony (conducted by a tea master who had studied for fourteen years to…”
Experience rare, traditional sake brewing techniques in Kyoto with expert-led tastings of 10 unique sakes, perfect for all levels of enthusiasts.
“Two of our party were familar with sake, but one was new to sake. The class was very educational in what goes into making sake and the various flavors that are available. There were plenty of sake tasted.”
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.
“We had an amazing tour eventhough it was raining. Our guide was so nice, gave us a lot of insights in the culture and was interested in all of us. Because of the weather the streets were really quiet so we had an unique and…”
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.
“Our tour guide had a fantastic knowledge of the historical district or Kyoto and shrines. The Sake and snacks were great and the photo opportunities amazing. Thanks again!”
Explore Kyoto’s Fushimi district on a lively brewery tour featuring two historic breweries, 18 sake tastings, and engaging insights into Japanese sake culture.
“Loved learning about how sake is made and trying lots of different ones!”
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.
“The experience was great Kenji explain my wife and me all about the production of sake, types, materials, etc. Without let out any detail, and answering the questions we made, that were a few. The tasting also great, he explain how to taste and the…”
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.
“I had an extraordinary experience immersed in Japanese hospitality with the talented craftswoman, Ms. Saluk. She guided me through the meticulous process of creating a pewter sake cup, and the entire encounter felt like reconnecting with an old friend.”
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.
“The first half of the evening was a lesson on history and production of Sake/Nihon Shu. This included several tasting at a Sake bar. The second half of the evening was spent eating local cuisine and socializing. Kenji is a wonderful guide and I highly…”
Ten thousand shrine gates, tea poured properly and geisha lanes at dusk.