Sake Making

Uncover the little-known sake culture of Fushimi, Kyoto on a 3-hour insider brewery visit + sake tasting and food pairing session with an expert. Deepen your knowledge of sake making process and a bit of history of its production at Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum.  Enjoy the samples of different types of sake as well as leaning details and varieties and personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour. This is a fun and educational experience to change your way of enjoying sake.   If you love sake but don't know what to select or want to know more about sake, join us and let's deep dive into the world of sake. After you experienced this, you will know which type of Sake actually you like, and you will be able to select your favorite Sake from labels or restaurant's menu even if they are all written in Japanese.

Enjoy cooking Osaka best street food Takoyaki with local guide's secret recipe and special ingredients including Wagyu and cheese. Making Takoyaki is really fun and your own cooked Takoyaki is more delicious than street vendors. Enjoy Japanese sake tasting with sake expert (your guide is a sake sommelier and former brewer.) You will have fun learning basics of sake such as history, culture and making process, also get tips how to choose sake at restaurants. There are more than 10 types of sake available. Tasting differences and find your favorite sake through the tasting. After this activity, you will be able to enjoy sake more on your trip in Japan. This is the unique activity combining tasting experience and cooking class together.

The joy of creating with your own hands. This is a workshop to experience traditional Japanese crafts in Kyoto. Workshops to make pewter sake cups are rare. It may seem difficult, but don't worry. Our pewtersmith will carefully assist you. We will also show you our workshop, which you would not normally see. Pewterware have long been valued in Japan for their ability to make sake and tea taste good. We invite you to experience this with a cup you have made yourself! Why not make a handmade cup for yourself or for your loved one and give it as a gift? The finished cups will be packaged in a paulownia wood box, making them perfect for gift-giving!

Come to Nagano and join this experience to taste one of the best Sake in Japan. The Sake maker we’ll explore has over 300 years history and you will taste the differences between Sakes of the highest quality, unfiltered, unpasteurized, and many other seasonable Sakes. Explore the streets of Nagano and the Zenkoji Temple area, then make your way back to Nagano Station. – Taste more than 5 local Sakes including Nagano’s plum wine with nibbles like soy source beans and some Japanese pickles. – Taste 3 different Amazake(non alcoholic sweet drink) – You can have Nagano’s miso soup – Admission free to visit old sake factory – Explore Nagano’s laid back area around Zenkoji temple to visit some local shops – Learn and practice authentic Japanese eating style and discover other parts of Nagano – Connect with local business owners to learn the history and local culture.

Discover how two of Japan’s classic food and drinks pair together during this sushi-making class that includes a sake tasting led by an English-speaking guide Learn insights on Japan’s national drink from your host who is passionate about sharing Japanese culture through sake Sip on ten different kinds of sake and enjoy sushi rolls Easy-to-access location in Asakusa, central Tokyo

Joining this tour will give you an insight into Japanese history and sake. SAKE Master will tell you the secret of excellent SAKE. You will know the difference with your tongue. Let's have fresh SAKE! You can also enjoy a set of 17 kinds of drinks compared with the top image that is famous on SNS. Why not embark on a journey to find the best sake while walking the streets of Kyoto with a local guide? Enjoy a very scenic view. Let's go together. ・Discover Fushimi's rich sake culture with a local guide. ・Visit three diverse sake breweries for tastings. ・Explore the historic Fushimi sake district, one of Japan's top regions. ・Uncover centuries-old sake-making secrets. ・Gain insights into sake production at the Gekkeikan Brewery, established in 1637.

Beyond the Kyoto Insider Sake Experience covers sake brewed with a very different concept than the ones introduced in the basic sake tours. Sake you will taste in this experience is unique and exceptional: ones brewed using ancient methods that are different from modern methods, a new type of sake that utilizes the characteristics of microorganisms, and sake that is brewed using local wood, giving it a taste unique to the region. By tasting these types of sake, you will be fascinated by the profundity of sake and the possibilities of how different tastes can be created by the sake making process. Please note that in the Advanced Sake Tasting Experience, we also cover the basics of sake production and the sake categories. Even if you have no prior sake experience, you can enjoy the Advanced course.

Hokkaido boasts the highest production of soba in Japan You will enjoy making soba noodles, a tradition dating back to the Edo period using high-quality soba noodles. After the experience, the owner of the restaurant, who is a Japanese chef and a sake brewer, will serve you two types of seasonal sake. Japanese people have a habit of drinking sake when eating soba. In Japan, it is called soba-mae. After enjoying soba-mae, finish off with soba. It is also common to order tempura as a set with soba. This combination of tempura, sake, and soba goes very well together, making it a well-balanced dish. Our store is usually a popular handmade soba restaurant in Sapporo City. The soba craftsman will happily support you during the experience. Recommended for good memories of your trip. We accept reservations for 2 or more people.

"Juso" is the hidden local town of Osaka. In this tour, we will stroll through shopping streets frequented by local residents and make a stop at a sake shop. You will have the opportunity to experience Japanese culture, food, and sake. I can customize the tour contents and time by your request.

You will make two rice balls guided by an experienced food journalist before tasting sake. You will learn about Japanese food and drink culture from the sake bar owner and the food journalist. You can enjoy the cozy atmosphere of a small hidden sake bar, sitting stools on a wooden counter.

You will enjoy walking through scenic old-town Takayama as you make the rounds of six sake breweries, sampling a variety of different styles. Remember to take it slow. That's a lot of sake! Your guide is an experienced brewery worker who can explain what gives each sake its unique flavor. By the end of the tour, you should have a good idea of what kind of sake you like, and how to find it. Adults only, please (20 years old or older). There is an optional behind-the-scenes tour of the production facilities at one of the breweries (subject to availability).

This tour is unique for tasting and making Sake at the same time. For those who have interest to other kinds of Sake unlike ones from rice bran. Plum sake taste like sweet like juice and many people will be obsessed with these right quick. And at the rest of experience, you can try to make your own bottle of plum sake base. It enable you to try it again in your home soon after put alcohol liquid into the bottle.

After the instructor’s demonstration, you make your own sushi, roll and two side dishes all by yourselves. All of the experiences are prepared to be one of the highlights in this class. No doubt that you will enjoy the class!! You'll also learn Japanese traditional seasonings and ingredients used in this cooking experience. Please let us know if you cannot eat fish. We will prepare vegetable options instead. Some memorable pictures will be taken during the class and you can get all of them after the class!

PRIVATE TOUR (Your Group Only) Discover the REAL Shinjuku, Tokyo's vibrant heart. Explore hidden gems, savor juicy Yakitori (grilled skewers) in the nostalgic alleyways of Omoide Yokocho, and toast with premium Sake from across Japan. Dive into classic arcades and capture fun memories in photo booths (Purikura). Whether you’re a foodie, thrill-seeker, or culture lover, this tour is a MUST. Ready for your unforgettable Shinjuku experience? ***We will contact you through WhatsApp so please make to check your WhatsApp on the day of your tour for details!

With over ten years of expertise in sushi crafting, a talented chef is the perfect guide for this sushi class tailored for beginners. With an enlightening introduction to sushi's rich history, you will be guided through each meticulous step of crafting sushi, from rice preparation to ingredient selection. Following that, a talented chef will showcase the methods of layering and rolling sushi, ensuring they exude the elegance of the iconic rolls you've always admired. What sets this class apart is chef's unique blend of traditional techniques with contemporary twists, ensuring each participant walks away with a fresh perspective on sushi-making. So, come and embrace the joy of sushi-making in this social gathering where expertise is not a prerequisite, but fun is a must!

The guide takes you to Japanese sprits bar in "OKUROJI" is neat street, opposite atmosphere from 歌舞伎町 Kabukicho or 新橋 Shinbashi. The street ends up to 銀座 Ginza area. The bar is one of a kind for 酒 Sake, 焼酎 Shocyu. They have 酒 Sake, 焼酎 Shocyu course menu you can try amazing 酒 Sake. Certificated inbound tour guide, try to make it happen what you want to experience in Japan! Please let me know what you want to do! *There is vegetarian friendly restaurant in "OKUROJI"

Hey there! Ever heard of Nada Gogo, the ultimate sake haven in Japan? Picture this – over 10 incredible sake breweries offering tours and tastings along the Hanshin train line. The road is flat, making it a perfect stroll around town. If you find yourself in Kansai, you've got to give it a shot! They use top-notch sake rice and pristine underground water with rich minerals. The city has a rich history, thriving since the Edo period, thanks to its port. Join me on this city walking tour around Nada's sake breweries, the absolute best in Japan! Get ready to explore the fascinating world of sake making – trivia, history, and all! Plus, you'll get to taste about 10 different sakes. Just a heads up, though – don't go overboard!

If you love cocktails and cozy vibes, this one’s for you. Led by Instructor Kora, this candle-making class hosted at a trendy local sake bar in Austin is the ultimate DIY night out. You’ll learn how to melt and pour wax, mix custom scents, and swirl in bold color combos to design two candles inspired by your favorite drinks. Using real glassware, you’ll build candles that look like margaritas, mojitos, or even a moody Old Fashioned, but smell like heaven. It’s beginner-friendly, super satisfying, and makes the perfect plan for a birthday, date night or just because. Walk in with zero experience, walk out with candles that are almost too cute to burn!

Freshly prepared Japanese food is waiting for you. Enjoy the rich flavors of Japanese sake while tasting the harmony of Japanese cuisine and rice wine. Learn about the process of making sake and the connection between sake and Japanese people. The fragrance of sake is classified into four categories, each of which will be carefully explained. Learn about which dishes pair well with which kinds of sake. We will also teach you how to order (in Japanese) at a Japanese style pub. Make no mistake. You too will surely be called a connoisseur.

We will go to a wonderful Japanese restaurant. However, please note that alcohol and food are not included in the participation fee because including them would make the participation fee higher. But you can order great sake and delicious seafood and meat dishes at a restaurant while listening to my easy-to-understand explanation of sake.There, you can experience tasting attractive sakes and comparing the taste differences. Then, you can pair the sake with a wonderful Japanese dish. It will delight your tongue. At the same time, you can get knowledge about sake. I can tell you a lot of information such as how to make and drink sake, about the aroma of sake, and how the taste of sake changes depending on the temperature. After that, we will move to a sake shop and explain how to choose the best sake bottle for you. Finally, I will tell you the store where you can buy sake tools and other items. You can find a lot of great sake tools there.