Introduction

Gain a better understanding of sake during this tour that explores the Fushimi Sake District of Kyoto. Visit Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum, one of the largest sake breweries in Fushimi, and end your visit with a sake-tasting session. Not only will your guide be able to explain the basics of sake and introduce you to new kinds you may have never tried, but your tastings will also be paired with Japanese snacks that enhance the tasting experience. 

• An insider’s guided visit to one of the largest sake brewery in Fushimi, with an exclusive tasting

• Compare multiple sake brews, from dry to sweet and fruity, including one only found in Japan

• Get in-depth background on the rich history of Japan’s tasty rice-based brew from your guide

• Sample Japa

Included

• Sake tasting (10+ types selected by a sake sommelier)

• Otsumami (traditional Japanese appetizers) for food pairing

• Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum - admission fee and guided tour

• Sake cheat sheet and tasting note to help you choose your preferred sake

• Guided by a certified Sake Sommelier

• Dedicated private sake tasting room

Not Included

• Transportation to/from attractions

• Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

🚩 Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum (1 hour 30 min)

Join a certified Sake Sommelier for a guided tour of the Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum.

Learn about the history of Gekkeikan, and the ingredients and making process of sake.

Sake tasting (3 types) from Gekkeikan

🚩 Kyoto Insider Sake Experience (1 hour 30 min)

Sake tasting (7+ types chosen by a Sake Sommelier)

Otsumami (traditional Japanese appetizers) for food pairing

Discover your sake preferences, and learn how to choose your preferred bottle

Additional Info

• Not wheelchair accessible

• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

• The minimum drinking age in Japan is 20 years old.

• Recommended to have your lunch or brunch prior to the tour.

• A small amount of walking is involved; comfortable walking shoes are recommended