Kyoto Sake Brewery & Tasting Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Kyoto's historic sake breweries
- Experience authentic sake tasting at local izakayas
- Learn traditional sake brewing techniques
- Discover Kyoto's rich sake culture
- Enjoy a guided walking tour through scenic streets
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Kyoto's sake breweries
- Sake tasting sessions at local izakayas
- Insight into traditional sake brewing methods
- Meals and additional beverages
Itinerary
Pass by: Start Kyoto Sake Brewery & Tasting Tour in Fushimi
Learn how to make Japanese Sake at Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum Okura Museum. There, you'll learn about the rich history of Gekkeikan and the brewing process of sake by observing sake exhibits.
Pass by: Pass by Teradaya This is a famous tourist spot in Fushimi, Kyoto, where the hero of the end of the Edo period, Sakamoto Ryoma, was attacked and the “Teradaya Disturbance”, a famous tragic incident, took place. The site of his former residence is now home to a statue of Ryoma and a stone monument to the nine heroes of the Satsuma clan, and next door is the “Ryokan Teradaya” inn, a reconstruction of the original Teradaya inn from the time of the incident, making it a well-known place where you can experience the turmoil of Kyoto at the end of the Edo period. The surrounding Fushimi and Momoyama areas are famous for their sake, and are among the best places in Japan for enjoying sake. There are also many places where you can enjoy sake, such as the Gekkeikan Okura Memorial Hall, as well as shops in the area.
Learn about how to make Japanese Sake at Kappa Gallery The Kappa Museum is one of Japan's leading museums dedicated to the kappa, a creature that has long been popular with the Japanese. The museum displays a range of materials that explain the origins, history and folklore of the kappa in an easy-to-understand way. The Kizakura Memorial Hall also introduces the appeal of sake by displaying materials related to sake, including models showing the sake brewing process and tools used in the past.
Meeting point
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Important information
Know before you book
- Check the tour's availability on your desired date
- Confirm the meeting point and time with the provider
- Inform the provider of any dietary restrictions or preferences
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for the tour
- Bring a valid ID if you plan to purchase sake
- Be prepared for a moderate amount of walking
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- The itinerary for this tour includes some locations that are not accessible by a wheelchair or stroller.
- This tour is not recommended for people with mobility issues, if you have trouble walking, please contact us to see if you can make the tour private.
Traveler reviews
Sip, see, and do in Kyoto!
Such an informative, fun and interactive tour! We tried so many different types of sake, and learned what differentiates them and how they are made, as well as the history of sake-making in Kyoto. Genuinely such an afternoon well spent and with a very attentive, knowledgeable and entertaining guide!
Must do in Kyoto
Great experience with Yuka! Friendly, very informational and of course a great selection of sakes. Chatty and ensured everyone was having a good time
The greatest sake experience
It was a great experience of sake tasting. With detailed description of sake producing and a lot of sake types to taste. Thanks our guide Jimmy for such a great experience!
Amazing and fun experience!
Our guide, Chihiro, and this experience was amazing! We ended up having a private tour, which was incredible. Chihiro spoke great English and was a great time at the tasting. We were also VERY pleasantly surprised with the quality of food that we ordered alongside the tasting experience.
Thank you Ayu!!
We had an incredible time with Ayu!! Her english was phenomenal, she was very kind, conversational and shared various japanese cultural insights throughout our tour. Our time with Ayu specifically was such a special experience we will treasure and probably one of the brightest highlights of our trip! Aside from our wonderful guide, the sake itself was also delicious! The museum was stunning and provided a great overview of the sake making process and history of Gekkeikan specifically. We bought several bottles at the store and are excited to bring them home and share with our family and friends. We highly recommend this experience to any sake lover visiting Japan!