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KANAGAWA

Sommelier-Guided Craft Beer and Regional Food Pairing

Come along with a certified cicerone (beer sommelier) and eat and drink your way through Japan, without ever leaving Tokyo!
from ¥12,000
(1)
Regional food
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OSAKA

Sake Tasting & Takoyaki Cooking Class in Osaka

Join Momoko, a sake sommelier, for a sake-tasting experience & takoyaki cooking class in Osaka! Learn about & taste a variety of sake, learn how to make takoyaki, & then enjoy freshly made takoyaki with drinks & a unique sake dessert.
from ¥10,500
(1)
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GIFU

Tour and Sake Tasting at Takayama’s Oldest Sake Brewery

Experience Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture’s rich sake production history with the help of an English-speaking local guide. The tour concludes with a tasting of some world-renowned sake.
from ¥2,500
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TOKYO

Sommelier-Led Online Beer Tasting with Luxury Fruit Pairing

Expand your palate during this online beer tasting and fruit pairing experience. Mario, the beer sommelier and guide for this virtual tasting, will introduce the culture of luxury fruit gifting in Japan, and walk you through fruit and beer pairings.
from ¥2,500
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KYOTO

Kyoto: Sake Tasting at Local Breweries near Fushimi Inari

Taste the heart of Kyoto's sake culture and explore Fushimi's sake legacy. Guided by sake-loving expert, visit historic breweries, shops, and a food hall to savor diverse flavors. Uncover the secrets of sake making, and enjoy sweet sake.
from ¥11,000
(3)
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HYOGO

Kobe: Sake Tasting Tour at Local Breweries

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 ¥12,000
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TOKYO

Guided Sake Tasting & 1-Hour All-You-Can-Drink in Shibuya

Find your new favorite sake in this unique sake tasting with an expert in a futuristic bar in Shibuya. Taste 5 types of sake from different areas of Japan and enjoy a 1-hour free flow of sake while learning insights from an expert!
from ¥12,000
With sake
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TOKYO

Unlimited Sake Tastings at a Private Sake Salon in Tsukiji

Enjoy unlimited sake tastings at a private sake salon in Tsukigi. A sake sommelier will help you discover your perfect type of sake.
from ¥6,500
(1)
Free for kids
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KYOTO

Fushimi Sake Tour in Kyoto with Sake Tasting

In one of Japan’s most beloved sake brewing areas, join your host Yoko for an educational and fun-filled day! Visit a sake museum, taste several types of Japanese rice wine, enjoy a local lunch, and check out a shopping street in the area!
from ¥18,000
(2)
Regional food
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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 ¥1,500
(1)
Private Experience
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HYOGO

Sake Tasting and Brewery Tour in Kobe

Sip on sake as your expert host guides you on a tour of a 270-year-old brewery! You’ll learn about their original brewing process, taste different types of sake, and get an exclusive glimpse into the world of nihonshu (sake).
from ¥5,500
Rain or shine
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TOKYO

Omakase Sake Tasting Guided 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 ¥10,000
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TOKYO

Flavors of Japan Food Tour with Wagashi

This Tokyo food tour features 8 stops, showcasing the variety of Japan’s regional and seasonal foods. From the oldest and most expensive fruit store in Japan to a handmade Japanese sweets shop, you’ll witness the diversity of Japanese food culture.
from ¥23,000
(3)
Regional food
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HYOGO

Sake Brewery Tour: Taste Your Way Through Kobe’s Sake Mecca

Embark on a tour of the most famous sake-producing region in Japan! Receive a history lesson in style while indulging in more than 10 types of premium Nada sake, then end the day with (you guessed it) more taste testing at a popular standing bar.
from ¥11,300
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TOKYO

Tokyo Bars and Mixology with Whisky, Sake, and Food Pairings

Experience the best of Tokyo nightlife with an expert-guided tour of the bars of Shinbashi and Ginza. Learn about whisky, sake, and food pairings, as well as Japanese drinking etiquette and customs.
from ¥35,200
(2)
With sake
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KYOTO

Uji Matcha Tea Picking Experience in Kyoto

Experience the beginning of the process that takes tea leaves to the vivid green cup of matcha that’s loved by Japan and across the world.
from ¥3,630
(2)
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NAGANO

Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour

Sake lovers, this tour is made for you! Join a sake tasting & sake factory tour in Nagano. Try a range of sake, amazake, enjoy small dishes (like pickles & Nagano miso), & explore the streets of Nagano & the Zenkoji Temple area.
from ¥6,800
(1)
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HYOGO

Nada Gogo Sake Brewery Tour, Tastings, & Adventures in Kobe

Uncover the world of Japanese sake (nihonshu) on this spectacular tour of Nada Gogo in Kobe; Japan’s famed sake-producing region! Taste (a lot of) sake, tour breweries, visit sake museums, & more with an expert guide by your side.
from ¥12,500
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TOKYO

Sake Brewery Tour & Tasting With Sake Sommelier in Okutama

A certified sake sommelier presents a personalized menu crafted by his mentors at the 300-year-old sake brewery, Ozawa, in the calming nature of Western Tokyo. What better way to discover the world of Japanese sake?
from ¥18,000
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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 ¥10,000
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MIE

Food of the Gods: Discovering the Bonito Flakes of Mie

Katsuobushi (bonito flakes) is an essential building block of Japanese cuisine. In Mie, join a guided tour of a katsuobushi factory with a detailed explanation of the production process, and enjoy a meal featuring freshly-shaved bonito flakes.
from ¥3,150
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TOKYO

Taste Seven Traditional Japanese Sake in Shinjuku

Through this experience, your guide will teach you about Japan's relationship with sake throughout its history and culture, serve 7 different sakes, and explain how each sake is prepared, should be enjoyed, and which foods have complimentary tastes.
from ¥8,000
(1)
With sake
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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 ¥13,200
(1)
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KAGOSHIMA

Organic Tea Session in Kagoshima City

Join the Tea Sommelier Class to test your knowledge of Japanese tea and taste a variety of different styles!
from ¥5,800
Tea experience
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TOKYO

Paint & Sip: Japanese-Themed Painting & Umeshu (Tokyo)

Unleash your creativity with a drink in hand at a paint & sip session on Cat Street in Harajuku (Tokyo)! You’ll paint a Japanese-themed artwork, enjoy sparkling umeshu (plum wine), socialize, & make memories to last a lifetime.
from ¥6,050
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TOKYO

Tasting Seven Different High Quality Sake with Food Pairing

Dive into the history and culture of Japanese Sake with the help of a sake expert and learn about the different types of sake and how to pair and serve them with meals provided by an expert.
from ¥16,500
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KAGAWA

Buddhist Prayer, Sake & Beer Tasting on Shodoshima (Shikoku)

Discover Shikoku’s spiritual depths with a wood-burning prayer in a cave with local monks on Shodoshima island. Taste sake brewed on the island, enjoy a local specialty lunch, and finish the day with a few beers overlooking the sea!
from ¥22,000
Private Experience
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TOKYO

Japanese Tea Tasting, Matcha-Making & Matcha Sweets in Tokyo

Join Chisei, a professional tea instructor, for a Japanese tea-tasting & matcha-making experience in Tokyo. You’ll try & compare 5 varieties of tea, enjoy Japanese sweets (wagashi), & then make matcha with a bamboo tea whisk.
from ¥6,500
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From my first time trying the Daruma Koshu at Sakagura in new York, I have been obsessed with this sake. The caramel noted with the refined taste of this aged sake which was paired with an ice cream (yes, I know, so weird and interesting) was a memory that has stuck with me for more than 5 years. When I planned my trip to Japan, a tour of this brewery was a must for me. When I saw that this was available on byfood, I was excited but initially skeptical due to the lack of reviews. However, I was surprised that the CEO Shiraki San herself was our tour guide. We were late to our appointed time due to navigation troubles (Do not use taxi to transfer after bus, you will not find one) but Shiraki San was extremely accommodating. She gave us an informative tour of the brewery showing us the several stages of the process (Fermentation, pressing etc.) and a facility where really old sake were still aging, even from as old as 1995. During the tasting session, we got to try several aged sake including ones from 1970s. Exploring how the aging changes the taste and even the texture, even at a period of around 5 years, was extremely intriguing. Each one feels really distinct from each other. The sake was paired with some dried fruits and nuts which were a really tasty combo. Finally, I got to purchase 2 bottles which had been so hard to find in my home country. This was a bucket list item for me for a very long time and I was love to do a tour again!
Alice Chen
March 12, 2024
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Supreme Sake: Brewery Tour, Tasting, & Aged Sake in Gifu
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Aki was AWESOME. On the day of the event he reached out via both email and WhatsApp to give us the specific meeting location (it's rather vague on the event page, which had us a little worried initially) and it was very easy to link up with him. During the tasting he was very energetic and upbeat which made it super engaging. Additionally, he is super knowledgeable when it comes to explaining the various nuances to the different types of sake. Everyone in my group learned a ton. Finally, he selected some excellent sakes. Our group weren't huge sake drinkers previously but enjoyed nearly all of the sakes we sampled. Oh and on top of all that- it was decent value as we got to try 7 different sakes (including the unpasteurized namazake type, which you can only get in Japan). Needless to say we all left there event buzzing.
Eric Straley
February 24, 2024
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Taste Seven Traditional Japanese Sake in Shinjuku
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I wanted to share my incredible experience attending a Sake Tasting and Takoyaki Cooking Class led by the amazing Momoko. It was an absolute highlight of my trip, and I can't stop raving about the expertise and enthusiasm she brought to the session. First and foremost, Momoko's knowledge of sake was truly impressive. Her passion for the craft shone through as she guided us through a delightful tasting experience, sharing fascinating insights into the different types of sake and their unique characteristics. Her ability to demystify the world of sake made the tasting accessible and enjoyable, even for someone like me who was relatively new to the experience. The Takoyaki cooking segment was equally fantastic! Momoko's clear instructions and hands-on guidance ensured that everyone in the class had a blast creating these delicious Japanese treats. Her friendly demeanor and encouragement created a warm and welcoming atmosphere, making the class not just educational but also a lot of fun. What sets Momoko apart is not just her knowledge and skills but her genuine passion for sharing the rich cultural aspects of sake and Takoyaki. Her engaging personality and ability to connect with participants added an extra layer of enjoyment to the entire experience. I would highly recommend Momoko's classes to anyone looking for a unique and memorable cultural experience.
Priscilla Miller
February 20, 2024
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Sake Tasting & Takoyaki Cooking Class in Osaka
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I highly recommend this tour. Masa gave a very good introduction to Nagano and the world of sake. I am glad we were able to interact with other locals as well in learning about Nagano and sake. This tour gave a more personalized feel when traveling. Masa and anyone else we interacted with were also very knowledgeable and answered any questions I may have had throughout the tour.
Terenz Mamotos
February 07, 2024
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Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour
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Karen, our guide was extremely friendly and knowledgeable about the area. She brought us to sake breweries which sold very good sake. She even brought us to a hole in the wall eatery which we would have never known about. Overall, an excellent trip..
Alyxandria Chua
December 24, 2023
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Kyoto: Sake Tasting at Local Breweries near Fushimi Inari
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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.