Tokyo Sake Experience, for Couple or Group

The Tokyo Sake Experience offers an immersive journey into the world of Japanese sake. Participants can look forward to tasting six distinct varieties, accompanied by delicious Japanese tapas from the renowned Tsukiji fish market. This private tour ensures a personalized and enriching experience, with the option to don traditional kimono attire. Set against the vibrant cultural backdrop of Tokyo, the experience promises to deepen one’s appreciation for sake’s complexities.

Key Points

• Offers a guided sake tasting experience with professional explanation of six different sake varieties in Tokyo.
• Features Japanese tapas from the renowned Tsukiji fish market, providing an authentic cultural setting.
• Includes optional kimono experience with professional assistance, photo opportunities, and the option to keep the kimono.
• Provides a private tour for the participating group, ensuring a personalized experience.
• Offers free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience and payment options to reserve now and pay later.

Experience Overview

The Tokyo Sake Experience offers couples and groups the opportunity to explore the world of Japanese sake.

Participants will receive a professional explanation of sake while tasting six different types. Complementing the sake tastings are Japanese tapas from the renowned Tsukiji fish market.

The experience takes place in Tokyo, providing an authentic setting to explore this integral part of Japanese culture.

Couples and groups will leave the Tokyo Sake Experience with a newfound appreciation for the nuances and complexities of sake, a quintessential element of Japanese culinary heritage.

Optional Add-Ons

One optional add-on available for the Tokyo Sake Experience is a kimono experience for an additional ¥3000. This allows participants to don traditional Japanese attire and immerse themselves further in the cultural experience.

The kimono experience includes:

1. Professional assistance in wearing the kimono.
2. Photo opportunities in the kimono.
3. Guidance on proper etiquette and posture.
4. The option to keep the kimono for the remainder of the sake experience.

This add-on provides a unique and memorable enhancement to the core sake tasting, elevating the cultural authenticity of the experience.

Meeting and Pickup Information

Where does the Tokyo Sake Experience begin?

The experience begins at the Japan Traditional Crafts Aoyama Square in Minato City, Tokyo. Participants should meet at 2:30 p.m. in front of the store.

The tour ends back at the same meeting point. The experience is a private tour, so only your group will participate.

The location is near public transportation but isn’t wheelchair accessible. Attendees with heart problems or serious medical conditions aren’t recommended to join.

The meeting and pickup information ensures a smooth start and end to the Tokyo Sake Experience.

Additional Information

Although confirmation for the Tokyo Sake Experience is received within 48 hours of booking, it remains subject to availability.

The experience is a private tour, with only your group participating. It isn’t wheelchair accessible, but it’s located near public transportation.

Plus, the experience isn’t recommended for pregnant travelers or those with heart problems/serious medical conditions.

The key additional information includes:

1. Private tour with only your group.
2. Not wheelchair accessible, but near public transportation.
3. Not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with heart problems/serious medical conditions.
4. Confirmation is subject to availability.

Pricing and Cancellation Policy

The Tokyo Sake Experience is priced from €65.00 per person. This price includes a professional explanation of sake and a tasting of 6 different types, accompanied by Japanese tapas from the Tsukiji fish market. Plus, customers can opt for a Kimono experience for an extra ¥3000.

Pricing & Cancellation	Details
Price	From €65.00 per person
Lowest Price Guarantee	Yes
Cancellation Policy	Free cancellation up to 24 hours before experience starts
Payment Options	Reserve now, pay later
Accessibility	Not wheelchair accessible, near public transportation

This tour is a private experience, with only your group participating. Confirmation is provided within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability. However, the experience is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with heart problems or serious medical conditions.

Exploring Japanese Sake

As part of the Tokyo Sake Experience, participants are treated to a professional explanation and tasting of six distinct varieties of this iconic Japanese beverage.

The experienced guide will educate the group on the nuances of sake, from its history and production methods to the diverse flavors and aromas.

Participants will have the opportunity to:

1. Discover the delicate balance of sweetness, acidity, and umami in premium sake.
2. Explore the differences between junmai, ginjo, and daiginjo styles.
3. Appreciate the influence of rice polishing, fermentation, and aging on the final product.
4. Pair the sake with authentic Japanese tapas from the Tsukiji fish market.

Tasting the Variety of Sake

Sake, the revered Japanese rice wine, offers a captivating array of flavors and styles that participants can explore during the Tokyo Sake Experience.

Under the guidance of a professional, guests will savor six distinct varieties, each with its own unique aroma, texture, and nuance. From the crisp and refreshing daiginjo to the rich and robust junmai, the tasting allows individuals to explore the complexities of this time-honored beverage.

Complemented by delectable Japanese tapas from the renowned Tsukiji fish market, the experience provides an immersive journey into the world of sake, broadening one’s appreciation for this beloved Japanese tradition.

Pairing Sake With Tsukiji Tapas

While the Tokyo Sake Experience invites participants to savor the diverse flavors of sake, it also seamlessly pairs this refined Japanese rice wine with delectable Japanese tapas from the renowned Tsukiji fish market.

The carefully curated selection of Japanese tapas complements the sake tasting, enhancing the overall experience. Guests can expect to indulge in:

1. Freshly shucked oysters from the Tsukiji market.
2. Sashimi slices of the day’s catch.
3. Crispy tempura vegetables and shrimp.
4. Savory grilled skewers of chicken and beef.

This perfect pairing of sake and traditional Japanese cuisine elevates the Tokyo Sake Experience, providing a truly authentic and memorable encounter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Experience Suitable for Vegetarian or Vegan Participants?

The experience may not be fully suitable for vegetarian or vegan participants, as it includes Japanese tapas from the Tsukiji fish market. However, the organizers may be able to accommodate dietary restrictions with advance notice.

Can I Purchase Additional Bottles of Sake at the End of the Tour?

Participants can purchase additional bottles of sake at the end of the tour. The experience includes tastings of 6 different sake varieties, but travelers are welcome to buy more to take home if they’d like.

Is There a Dress Code or Any Special Attire Required for the Experience?

There’s no formal dress code, but participants should wear comfortable, casual attire. The experience doesn’t require any special clothing, though opting for the kimono add-on would necessitate wearing that traditional Japanese garment.

Can the Tour Be Customized to Accommodate Dietary Restrictions or Allergies?

The experience can accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies with advance notice. Participants should inform the organizers of any special needs when booking so they can make the appropriate arrangements.

Are There Any Discounts or Promotions Available for Booking the Experience?

The provider offers a ‘Lowest Price Guarantee’, and discounts may be available for larger group bookings. Plus, they allow free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience, providing flexibility for customers.

The Sum Up

The Tokyo Sake Experience offers an immersive journey into the world of Japanese sake. Guests can deepen their appreciation for sake’s complexities through a professional tasting of six varieties, accompanied by delicious Japanese tapas. The optional kimono experience adds to the cultural adventure. This private tour ensures a personalized and enriching experience, with convenient meeting arrangements in Minato City.