Kyoto Whisky Tastings
Small Group, All-Inclusive Kyoto Night Food and Culture Tour
Experience the vibrant nightlife of Kyoto! This intimate tour takes you along the cobbled walkways of the geisha district of Gion, and along the historic streets of Pontocho, stopping for dinner and drinks at cool local restaurants and niche bars.
Tokyo Ramen-Making Masterclass with Chef Yoshi Shishido
Become a ramen-making expert at this masterclass in Tokyo! Learn the history of ramen, how to make tonkotsu ramen, toppings, & gyoza from Yoshi Shishido–a seasoned ramen chef. This class takes place at a professional cooking studio.
Kyoto Tea Farm Tour, Tasting, and Lunch in Scenic Wazuka
Visit the town of Wazuka-cho, recognized as a Scenic Property of Kyoto Prefecture. Producing nearly half Kyoto’s tea, at Wazuka-cho, you can tour the farm and factory, have a tasty lunch featuring tea soba, and join a tasting with 9 types of tea.
Gion Tour with Kaiseki Meal in Kyoto at Night
Join a local guide as you stroll the cobbled streets of Gion and the Pontocho alley, and take in the atmosphere and local culture and history. After exploring, sit down to an elegant, multi-course kaiseki dinner.
Whisky Tastings in Kyoto
While Kyoto is known as more of a Japanese sake-producing region, the prefecture offers some delicious whisky tasting experiences. Sophisticated Kyoto has educational whisky tastings with insightful experts who can inform you about the tradition of whisky brewing in Japan, take you along on whisky distillery tours, and advise you about the best whiskies in the world. As you swish the amber liquid and swig from your glasses, you’ll release the woodsy, oaky, or nutty aromas of fine Japanese whiskies, which are known worldwide for their superior quality. These whisky tastings in Kyoto will introduce you to flavors that burst in your palate, and scents that spread warmth from your mouth and nose down to your belly. Both whisky novices and experts will find something new during these Kyoto whisky tastings. You may discover your new favorite brand of whisky, or learn how to properly taste whisky and what qualities to look for. After learning from whisky experts, you’ll come away from the experience with a better grasp on what makes Japanese whisky so internationally beloved.