Interactive Sake Tasting Experience for Beginners

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1 hour 15 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

Delve into the world of sake with an interactive tasting experience tailored for beginners. Guided by a seasoned sake shop staff member with over 2,000 tastings under their belt, this tour goes beyond mere lectures. Participants will engage with actual sake rice and koji, sample six distinct types of sake, and discover how temperature influences flavor. Master traditional sake pouring techniques in a warm, inviting atmosphere that brings the charm of sake to life, regardless of your prior knowledge.
- Ideal for sake novices seeking a hands-on learning experience
- Guided by an expert with extensive sake tasting knowledge
- Taste six different types of sake and explore flavor variations
- Learn traditional pouring techniques in an interactive setting

What's Included

試飲用の日本酒
Public transportation
This experience includes light snacks only, not a full meal. We recommend eating beforehand if you’d like a full stomach.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

3 minutes walk from JR Ofuna Station. From the South ticket gate, go to the West exit. Cross the bridge and turn right at the traffic lights. Second floor of a brick building.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Upon arrival, participants will be welcomed with a tasting of a seasonal, limited-edition sake personally selected by the host.

Then, the experience includes:

A brief and easy-to-understand introduction to the basics of sake

Tasting of five different types of sake served chilled

The same five sakes tasted again, this time warmed

A simple explanation of tips for pouring sake

A hands-on experience where participants try pouring sake themselves

A vote on which sake was the most delicious

Light snacks will also be served during the tour.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • According to Japanese law, it is not possible to serve alcohol to people under the age of 20.
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Sake Tasting
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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