Sake and Food Tour in Kyoto with a Chef!

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6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Starting at the Gekkeikan Sake Museum, our walk through the oldest sake brewery in Kyoto will give you a broad understanding of sake making and its history. Enjoy different sakes on location, a knowledge handy for the rest of our tour!

Next, we head to Fushimi Sakagura Koji, the first izakaya on our itinerary for lunch!

Kyoto Beer Lab awaits us next up north, showcasing the local micro-brewery scene.

We'll visit Nishiki Market for street food staples and an understanding of Japanese cuisine fundamentals.

The market leads us to Matsukawa Liquor Shop, a well-kept secret in Kyoto's drinking scene.

Our last stop is Yanagi Koji Taka, a tachinomi-ya (standing bar) specializing in yakitori, with a high-paced, warm atmosphere.

Your guide, a chef with 12 years of expertise in the food and drink industry, will help you discover Japan's unique sake, beer, and enrich your culinary experience!

What's Included

Your guide can meet you at your hotel
Private Tour
Your guide is a chef!
Food and drinks (less than$50)
Transportation (less than $30)
Temples/shrines Entrance tickets (less than$40)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Your guide will carry a sign saying 'MAKASETE'

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Discover the Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum in Kyoto, where you can explore the rich history of sake brewing, enjoy tastings, and learn about traditional Japanese craftsmanship in a historic setting.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 2

    Explore Fushimi Sake Village in Kyoto, a hub of traditional sake breweries. Enjoy sake tastings, learn about brewing techniques, and immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of Japanese sake.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 3

    Discover Kyoto Beer Lab, a vibrant brewery offering unique craft beers. Enjoy tastings in a lively atmosphere, learn about brewing techniques, and experience the innovative fusion of traditional and modern flavors.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    Nishiki Market, Kyoto's culinary heart, entices with a kaleidoscope of flavors and aromas. Wander through bustling alleys lined with traditional stalls offering fresh seafood, local delicacies, and artisanal crafts, immersing in the essence of Japanese gastronomy. Our culinary guide will delve into the origins and preparation techniques of various types of Japanese cuisine.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Matsukawa liquor shop

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    End the tour at Yanagi Koji Taka for a last drink(s) and an early dinner while rubbing shoulders with locals.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Private Sightseeing Tours
Walking Tours
Culinary Tours
Sake Tasting
Street Food Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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