1.5-Hour Kyoto Insider Sake Experience with Tastings & Pairings

5.0(380)1 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Add Stories Co.,Ltd.

About this activity

This is not just a sake tasting.

In just 90 minutes, this experience will teach you how to understand and choose sake with confidence in Japan.

Led by a certified Sake Sommelier, you will learn how to identify your personal sake preferences — even when labels and restaurant menus are written only in Japanese.

You will enjoy a guided tasting of different sake styles paired with food, with personalized attention in a small-group setting.

By the end of the session, you’ll know which type of sake you truly like and how to order it anywhere in Japan.

What's included

✓Traditional otsumami food pairings that show how Japanese people naturally enjoy sake with food
✓7 carefully selected sake, chosen by a certified Sake Sommelier to help you discover your own taste
✓A sake cheat sheet and tasting notes to help you confidently choose and enjoy sake after the tour
✓A private sake tasting room where you can relax, focus, ask questions, and taste at your own pace
✓Guided by a certified Sake Sommelier with clear, friendly explanations for all experience levels

Not included

✕Transportation to/from attractions
✕Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

25 min from JR Kyoto Station : Take a train on Kintetsu Line to Momoyamagoryo-Mae Station. Walk for 9 min from the station. 20 min from Gion-Shijo Station : Take a train on Keihan Line to Chushojima Station. Walk for 7 min from the station. 20 min from Fushimi-Inari Station

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Legal drinking age in Japan is 20; customers under 20 years of age will only be served non-alcoholic drinks
For safety and legal reasons, alcohol will not be served to guests who arrive by car or bicycle (non-alcoholic drinks available). No refunds if unable to participate in the sake tasting.
Guests without a reservation (including children and non-drinkers) will not be allowed to join the tour
Vegetarian option for snacks is available, please tell your guide on site
Recommended to have your lunch or brunch prior to the tour.
Indoor air-conditioned venue — perfect for rainy days, hot summer days, or any weather

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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