Casual Sake Tasting with Snacks in Kabukicho, Shinjuku
Casual Sake Tasting with Snacks in Kabukicho, Shinjuku
Sample eight kinds of sake from across Japan with snack pairings during this casual sake-tasting experience in Kabukicho, Shinjuku, designed for sake lovers of all levels.
Highlights
Taste eight sake from across Japan in a casual Kabukicho setting
Pair sake with curated modern and traditional snacks
Try amazake, a sweet non-alcoholic dessert drink
Learn the basics of sake and find your favorite style
10 meals
Experience Details
Sake has been shaping Japanese gatherings for over 2,500 years, from quiet shrine rituals to lively nights in neighborhood bars.
Step into a typical liquor shop and the range can feel endless, with bottles that differ in brewing style, region, and flavor.
This guided tasting cuts through the noise with a clear, approachable introduction, helping you discover what suits your palate.
You will sample eight carefully selected sakes from across Japan, each chosen to highlight a different style, aroma, and level of intensity.
The experience begins with lighter, lower-alcohol varieties before moving into richer, more complex profiles, allowing your taste to build naturally. Along the way, your host shares insights into how sake is made, how to recognize its characteristics, and how to enjoy it with confidence.
To deepen the experience, each pour is paired with a mix of traditional and modern snacks that bring out different notes in the sake.
Depending on the season, you may also try selecting varieties served at different temperatures, revealing how subtle changes can transform flavor and aroma.
The setting is a relaxed, welcoming bar where curiosity is encouraged and questions are always welcome.
The tasting closes on a gentle note with amazake, a naturally sweet drink made from fermented rice koji, offering a soft contrast to the earlier pours.
Set in Kabukicho, Shinjuku’s lively nightlife district, this experience goes beyond a typical night out. It offers a clear, easy introduction to sake, so you can choose and enjoy it with confidence long after the tasting ends.
What You Get
Good To Know
- Please note that the minimum drinking age in Japan is 20 years old. Those under 20 years of age cannot participate in this experience
- Part of the staff is not fluent in English, so they may use a translation machine to communicate with guests
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Please meet your host near Shinjuku Station. More information and a Google Maps link will be shared upon booking confirmation.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.
Experience Location
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Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat can guests expect from the sake tasting?
Are food pairings included in the experience?
Will there be non-alcoholic options available?
Is this experience suitable for beginners?
