Sake and Food Tour in Kyoto with a Chef!

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About this activity

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!

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: MAKASETE LLC

What is included

Included

Included: Your guide can meet you at your hotel
Included: Private Tour
Included: Your guide is a chef!

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks (less than$50)
Not included: Transportation (less than $30)
Not included: Temples/shrines Entrance tickets (less than$40)

Itinerary

Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum

one hour Admission not included

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.
Fushimi Sake Village

one hour Admission not included

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.
Stop 3

one hour Admission not included

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.
Nishiki Market

one hour

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.
Stop 5

30 min

Matsukawa liquor shop
Stop 6

one hour

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