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Nara Tour: Todaiji Temple, Sake Tasting, & Craft Beer  1
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NARA

Nara Tour: Todaiji Temple, Sake Tasting, & Craft Beer

History, culture, a giant Buddha, sake, & craft beer in Nara? Look no further. Visit Todaiji Temple, try sake at Imanishi Seibei Shoten, craft beer at Naramachi Brewery, & take home a souvenir sake cup on this guided tour.

from$98.67
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Kobe: Sake Tasting Tour at Local Breweries 4
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HYOGO

Explore Nadagogo Breweries on a Kobe Sake Tasting Tour

Explore Kobe's sake paradise! Visit Nada, Kobe, for exceptional sake. Guided by a sake-loving expert, you’ll taste over 12 types of sake and visit some of the best breweries, learning about customs, history, and brewing techniques.

from$107.25
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Omakase Sake Tasting Guided by Sommeliers in Chiyoda (Tokyo) 6
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TOKYO

Omakase Sake Tasting Course by Sommeliers in Chiyoda (Tokyo)

Delight in an exquisite and interactive four-course omakase sake tasting led by certified sommeliers! Try 7 exclusive varieties of sake paired with light bites in an upscale private tasting room, only a short train ride from Tokyo Station!

from$85.73
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(Online) Mysteries of Japanese Whisky Private Experience 1
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OSAKA

(Online) Mysteries of Japanese Whisky Private Experience

Curious about the world of Japanese whisky? During this BYOB online experience, you’ll learn about how whisky is made (especially the particulars of Japanese whisky production), and find out how to make a classic Japanese highball.

from$10.72
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Premium Yuzu & Plum Liqueur Tasting w/ Sake in Shibuya 1
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TOKYO

Premium Yuzu & Plum Liqueur Tasting w/ Sake in Shibuya

Let a certified sake sommelier lead you through the refreshing flavors of Japanese plum (ume) and yuzu liqueur, and enjoy a cloudy sake cocktail masterfully crafted by a professional bartender in this experience in a Shibuya sake bar.

from$55.77
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TOKYO

Japanese Sake Workshop & Tasting in Asakusa

Led by an English-speaking sake sommelier, discover the subtleties, history and culture of Japanese sake in this welcoming workshop near Asakusa Station. Afterwards, taste up to 10 varieties of sake from all over Japan!

from$70.07
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Tsukiji Guided Sake Tasting with 10 Sake Varieties 1
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TOKYO

Tsukiji Guided Sake Tasting with 10 Sake Varieties

Discover the captivating world of Japanese rice wine while tasting 10 different kinds of sake paired with light bites. Learn all about sake brewing methods and differences in this masterclass led by a sake-loving restaurant manager.

from$67.92
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Uji Byodo-in Temple Tour & Sake Tasting in Fushimi (Kyoto) 1
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KYOTO

Uji Byodo-in Temple Tour & Sake Tasting in Fushimi (Kyoto)

Immerse yourself in the mystical streets of Uji during this guided tour with ancient sights and delicious tastings. Eat mochi at a 11th-century Buddhist temple and sample sake at a brewery in Fushimi.

from$107.25
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Simply Sake: Tasting & Brewery Tour in Matsumoto 1
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NAGANO

Simply Sake: Tasting & Brewery Tour in Matsumoto

Peek behind the curtain of sake production in Matsumoto–one of Japan’s most active sake-producing regions! Tour the operational brewery, learn about the process from an expert, taste a variety of sake, then take home a sake-themed souvenir.

from$80.08
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The Best of Matsumoto: Landmarks, Kaiseki, & Castle Tour 11
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NAGANO

Discover Matsumoto: Landmarks, Sake, Kaiseki, & Castle Tour

Unique architecture, sake tastings, and long-trodden streets lead to a once-in-a-lifetime kaiseki meal brimming with Matsumoto's finest local flavors. Experience the history of the world-heritage site Matsumoto Castle and its surrounding areas.

from$157.30
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Kyoto Soy Sauce, Miso, and Ponzu Tasting Tour w/ Cocktails 4
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KYOTO

Kyoto Soy Sauce, Miso, and Ponzu Tasting Tour w/ Cocktails

Dive into the history and production of three core Japanese ingredients – soy sauce, miso, and ponzu – on this immersive Kyoto brewery and shop tour that ends with drinking signature cocktails made from all three ingredients.

from$152.30
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Discover Otaru: Town Tour, Seafood, Sake, & More (Hokkaido) 1
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HOKKAIDO

Discover Otaru: Town Tour, Seafood, Sake, & More (Hokkaido)

Meander through Otaru, an age-old trading town in Hokkaido. Explore Otaru Canal, meander through Sakaimachi Street's quaint alleys, discover the Triangular Market (seafood & produce), enjoy a fresh seafood bowl, & take part in a sake tasting.

from$89.37
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Supreme Sake: Brewery Tour & Tasting in Gifu 9
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GIFU

Supreme Sake: Brewery Tour, Tasting, & Aged Sake in Gifu

Explore the world of sake, otherwise known as rice wine or nihonshu. Tour Gifu’s esteemed Daruma Masamune Sake Brewery, learn about the production process, experience a sake tasting, then visit a special cellar filled with rare vintage sake bottles.

from$94.38
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Saitama Wood-Aged Sake Brewery Tour and Tasting 4
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SAITAMA

Saitama Wood-Aged Sake Brewery Tour and Tasting

Experience Saitama sake brewed the old-fashioned way in timber holding tanks at Yamane Shuzo. Enjoy sampling this wood-aged sake tasting.

from$71.50
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Sample Seven Different High Quality Sake with Food Pairing 1
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TOKYO

Tasting Seven Different High Quality Sake with Food Pairing

Dive into the history and culture of Japanese sake guided by an expert and learn about the different types of sake and how to pair and serve them with meals in this experience near Tokyo Tower.

from$117.97
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Kagoshima Whisky Tasting and Distillery Tour 1
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KAGOSHIMA

Kagoshima Whisky Tasting and Distillery Tour

Learn about Kagoshima whisky and sip on its finest blends in this tour for whisky lovers. Visit two distilleries, partake in whisky tastings and enjoy lunch overlooking a peaceful Japanese garden. Pick-up and drop-off in Kagoshima City is included.

from$214.50
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Niigata Sake Tour, Tasting, & Masterclass 5
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NIIGATA

Niigata Sake Tour, Tasting, & Masterclass

Discover the world of sake in Niigata, a region that produces some of the finest in Japan. Learn sake history, customs, & culture from a Professional Sake Meister (Kikisake-Shi) then participate in a sake-tasting session. Appetizers included!

from$69.71
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Shibuya Walking Tour & Whisky Tasting with a Sommelier 3
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TOKYO

Shibuya Walking Tour & Whisky Tasting with a Sommelier

In this whisky tasting led by a Japanese sommelier in Shibuya, experience the wide range of flavor notes and exquisite aromas of Japanese whisky, taste five distinct varieties, and explore the Shibuya Station area guided by a local.

from$85.80
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Traditional & Modern Tokyo Food Pairing at 240-Year-Old Shop 1
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TOKYO

Traditional & Modern Tokyo Food Pairing at 240-Year-Old Shop

Savor the traditional flavors of Tokyo with a modern twist in this food pairing course with pasta, wine and onigiri at a 240-year-old shop in Shinbashi known for its signature tsukudani (preserved foods boiled in sweet soy sauce.)

from$39.32
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Organic Tea Tasting in Kagoshima City 1
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KAGOSHIMA

Organic Tea Tasting in Kagoshima City

In this tea tasting in Kagoshima City, sample a variety of organic teas produced in Northern Kagoshima and discover the area's unique tea culture with a tea master.

from$58.98
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Team Building Experience with Japanese Sake Tasting 2
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TOKYO

Japanese Sake Tasting Experience for Team Building

Food brings people together. Build connections with your team and improve communication skills during this Japanese sake tasting competition. In a casual environment, your teams will work together to identify different types of sake, and win prizes.

from$78.65
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Tasting and Compairing Seven High-Quality Japanese Teas 10
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TOKYO

Tasting & Comparing Seven High-Quality Japanese Teas (Tokyo)

Escape the hustle and bustle of Tokyo life with this tea-tasting experience! Taste seven different types of Japanese tea, including gyokuro, and enjoy complimentary Japanese sweet pairings. You will definitely feel relaxed after this experience!

from$100.67
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Toyama Crafts and Craft Brews Tour with Dinner 1
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TOYAMA

Toyama Crafts and Whiskey Distillery Tour with Dinner

In this unique experience in Takaoka, Toyama, tour a traditional metalworking factory, make your own sake cup, enjoy a whiskey distillery tour and tasting, and wrap the day with a fine dining experience.

from$333.20
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Sake Spectacular: Museum Tour & Tasting in Fushimi (Kyoto) 10
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KYOTO

Sake Spectacular: Museum Tour & Tasting in Fushimi (Kyoto)

Join Hiroshi for a private sake tour in Fushimi! Explore Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum, learn about history, culture, production, & savor samples. With a diverse background, Hiroshi shares Kyoto's charm, while Fushimi's legacy enhances the experience.

from$71.50
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Sake Tasting at Niigata’s Oldest Shinto Shrine 3
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NIIGATA

Sake Tasting at Niigata’s Oldest Shinto Shrine

Journey to the home of sake (Niigata) to learn about Japan’s beloved rice wine! You’ll experience a tasting, info session, & appetizer pairing in the main hall of the region's oldest Shinto shrine alongside a knowledgeable guide.

from$53.62
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Sake Navigator Class With Tasting and Certificate in Tokyo 1
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TOKYO

Sake Navigator Class With Tasting and Certificate in Tokyo

Love sake? Make it official! Earn a sake navigator certificate in this beginners’ course in Tokyo taught by a sake sommelier. Try different types of sake, learn to pair sake with a variety of dishes, and dine on Wagyu sushi!

from$164.45
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Amazing experience. Very educational and fun. We tasted over 20 varieties of sake. It is a must do in Tokyo. Eriko is an amazing hostess. 100% worth the cost.
Darin Kamradt
May 28, 2025
Guided Sake Tasting & 1-Hour All-You-Can-Drink in Shibuya 5
Guided Sake Tasting & 1-Hour All-You-Can-Drink in Shibuya
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Anya was a great guide and showed my group some amazing Sake distilleries in Fushimi. We all enjoyed the tour along with the yakitori at the end. We bought multiple bottles of sake that we tried along the way. Would defiantly recommend this tour for anyone interested in sake or would like to visit some local locations.
Connor Rounds
May 27, 2025
Kyoto: Sake Tasting at Local Breweries near Fushimi Inari 7
Kyoto Sake Tasting Tour at Local Breweries: Explore Historic Fushimi
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Amazing! Eriko was fun, engaging and very knowledgeable on everything about sake, which made the experience that much more enjoyable. We even brought a friend along who lives in Japan, and he was impressed! Definitely a highlight of our trip. I can'tsay enough...highly recommended!
Jonathan Rittmeister
May 25, 2025
Guided Sake Tasting & 1-Hour All-You-Can-Drink in Shibuya 5
Guided Sake Tasting & 1-Hour All-You-Can-Drink in Shibuya
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we all have fun learning different type of tea leaves. And the matcha and Hojicha teas are really nice and not forgetting the nice biscuits make by owner.
Jason Ng
May 16, 2025
Japanese Tea Tasting, Matcha, & Wagashi in Tokyo 2
Japanese Tea Tasting, Matcha-Making & Matcha Sweets in Tokyo
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I booked this tasting for my brother who is a fiend for sake, but my husband and I are not big drinkers. This was an incredibly fun adventure! Emiko is so knowledgeable about the entire process and brought laminated pictures to demonstrate her points! She's had such an interesting life and worked in several breweries herself! I knew nothing about sake aside that it was made from rice and now I can tell you all about that rice and what happens to it! And that was just the learning part! The drinking part was even better! Luckily at the location, she was able to grab them all so easily and then we could buy any of the ones we liked! It was so charming how much she new about the old AND new breweries. We tried so many different sakes I feel like an expert now! We got to learn about where each was made and their families of breweries! Emiko is so charming and personable I can't recommend this experience more! She even helped us find a restaurant afterwards to help soak up all the alcohol! If you're even minutely curious about sake you should definitely book with Emiko and get an unforgettable experience!!
Catherine Goering
April 23, 2025
Guided Sake Tasting & 1-Hour All-You-Can-Drink in Shibuya 5
Guided Sake Tasting & 1-Hour All-You-Can-Drink in Shibuya
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Best Food and Drink Tasting Experiences in Japan

Want to learn how to order Japanese whisky like a pro, distinguish between the different types of Japanese sake, or brew the perfect cup of tea? These tastings in Japan will link you to specialists in their fields, so you can get insider tips and info about the world of Japanese beverages. Japanese sake enthusiasts can tour sake breweries, enjoy tastings of raw sake, and indulge in pairings of Japanese sake and sushi; while tea lovers can find zen in a cup of matcha and a bite of traditional Japanese sweets.

Book tastings in Japan and learn all about your favorite drinks, like sake and tea, which have been a vital part of Japanese culture for centuries and are still significant today. Matcha tea plays the starring role in the Japanese tea ceremony, a tradition that has its roots in Zen Buddhism and Japanese hospitality. Meanwhile, amazake, a fermented rice drink, is consumed during the Japanese New Year; and barrels of Japanese sake can be seen at many shrines, offerings from the breweries with symbolic and spiritual significance. During your trip, be sure to join a tasting in Japan and get a taste of the history and culture of the land of the rising sun.