Sake Tasting & Brewery Tour in Fushimi District, Kyoto
Overview
Book a sake brewery tour in Kyoto's Fushimi district, and set out on a journey of cultural discovery! Taste 18 unique sake varieries, explore a historic brewering area, and learn about the rich history of the famous tipple. Stroll the serene riverside, see a local shrine, and experience the essence of Japanese sake culture with your local English-speaking guide.
Highlights
- Taste 18 kinds of sake made in Kyoto throughout the tour and gain the ability to distinguish the differences
- Learn about sake while walking around one of the three major sake brewery districts in Japan
- Walk around Kyoto's laid-back area along the river and visit a local shrine
- Reserve with a Rakuten account to earn or use points for each booking!
Key Information
Important Information
- The legal drinking age in Japan is age 20; those booing for sake tasting must bring a valid ID for proof of age
- Alcohol will not be served to ages 0–19; some food or snacks will be provided instead
- Please note this is shared tour
- Please arrive early at the meeting point; the tour will depart on time and latecomers will not be refunded due to missing the tour
- Please note we are unable to guarantee allergy-free or cater to all dietary restrictions
Booking (4 steps)
Duration
Included
- 3-hour tour with English-speaking guide
- Admission to the sake museum & brewery
- Photos taken during the tour by your guide (sent by email after)
- 18 kinds of sake tasting (for adults who select the [Sake] price)
Not Included
- Hotel pickup
- Additional food and drink orders
Meeting Point
Outside of Chushojima Station North Gate (map)
Venue Address
Yoshijima Yaguracho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto,, Kyoto, Kyōto Prefecture, Japan
Schedule
Tours are offered at 13:30 daily, except Tuesdays, and last for 3 hours
- Meet at Chushojima Station
- Gekkeikan Sake Museum (Learn and Taste)
- Shop for souvenirs
- Visit Teradaya (learn about the end of Edo period)
- Visit Kappa Country (learn about kappa & taste their unique sake)
- Visit Fushimi's brewery alley (sake tasting)
- Gokomiya Shrine
- Return to Fushimi-Momoyama Station
Provided by
MagicalTrip / マジカルトリップ
Description
Have an unforgettable adventure in Kyoto's renowned Fushimi district: one of main centers of sake brewing in Japan!
This tour offers a deep dive into the world of sake, combining education with exquisite tastings. Begin your journey by learning about the rich history of sake, a beverage with over 2,000 years of tradition in Japan, revered both socially and ceremonially.
You’ll visit the Gekkeikan Okura Museum, to you'll uncover the secrets of sake brewing and its cultural significance. Enjoy an informative exhibit and a tasting session of three types of sake, each with distinct flavors and aromas.
The tour continues with a visit to a hidden sake bar, where you'll sample 18 different varieties of Kyoto-made sake. Learn about the subtle differences in taste and aroma, and deepen your appreciation for this iconic Japanese beverage. Even if you're new to sake, your expert guide will walk you through its history, brewing process, and diverse flavors.
In addition to sake, the tour includes a stroll through a scenic riverside area and a visit to a local shrine. Refresh yourself with some of Kyoto's purest groundwater and soak in the tranquil atmosphere.
After one more stop at a tranquil shrine, the tour ends at Fushimi-Momoyama Station, leaving you with a deeper understanding and appreciation of sake.
Whether you're a sake connoisseur or a curious beginner, join us and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of sake!