Kyoto Sake tasting & Food pairing experience with Local expert

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Kyoto, Japan

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Discover the world of Japanese sake in the heart of Kyoto with a fun and interactive tasting experience at BAR OAGE.

Perfect for beginners and sake lovers alike, this 60 - minute workshop introduces you to the history, brewing process, and unique characteristics of sake in an easy-to-understand way. You’ll learn visually about polishing ratios and production methods while deepening your appreciation of this traditional Japanese drink.

Taste 5 carefully selected sake varieties, including local Kyoto selections, and explore how each one differs in aroma and flavor. To elevate the experience, each sake is paired with thoughtfully chosen snacks, allowing you to discover perfect flavor combinations.

Enjoy a relaxed and social atmosphere where you can connect with other travelers from around the world.

Whether you’re new to sake or looking to deepen your knowledge, this experience will give you a deeper understanding of Japanese culture through taste.

What's Included

5 kinds of sake
5 appetizers to go with sake

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

It is located in an alleyway about 2 minutes walk from Hankyu Kyoto Kawaramachi Station.There is an Irish pub on the ground floor, WISTERIA, with a yellow sign and stairs next to it that says OAGE.If you go up those stairs, the meeting point is on the second floor.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Join us for a 60-minute sake tasting and pairing experience at OAGE, a hidden bar in an alleyway in central Kyoto.First, after introducing yourself, it will be about 15 minutes to explain the process of making sake and to get to know sake better, such as the rice polishing ratio.Next, I will explain today's five types of sake.Sake has different flavors and aromas such as ginjoshu and nigorishu, so we will explain each one and first enjoy tasting only sake.Prepare a tasting sheet and other items to make sure you don't forget the taste.After that, we will prepare appetizers to go with each of the five types of sake, so you can enjoy pairing sake that will taste different.At the end of the course, we would like to take a group photo and finish the 60-minute course.Perfect for both beginners and sake lovers!
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Includes: 5 kinds of sake + 5 appetizers
• Venue: Bar OAGE, Kawaramachi area, Kyoto
• Hours: 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:00 / 14:30 / 16:00
• Price: ¥7.000 per person (tax included) Advance payment required.

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by 日本酒テイスティング講座

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Dining Experiences
Sake Tasting
Restaurants
Food & Drink
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Cancellation Policy

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

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