Sake Pairing

Uncover the little-known sake culture of Fushimi, Kyoto on a 3-hour insider brewery visit + sake tasting and food pairing session with an expert. Deepen your knowledge of sake making process and a bit of history of its production at Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum.  Enjoy the samples of different types of sake as well as leaning details and varieties and personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour. This is a fun and educational experience to change your way of enjoying sake.   If you love sake but don't know what to select or want to know more about sake, join us and let's deep dive into the world of sake. After you experienced this, you will know which type of Sake actually you like, and you will be able to select your favorite Sake from labels or restaurant's menu even if they are all written in Japanese.

First, we will give a brief explanation to our guests. This is a course where you can eat various parts of Wagyu beef. You can also enjoy ingredients unique to Japan and seasonal alcoholic beverages. Each of the 7 dishes will be paired with sake. Course content changes depending on the season. If you are interested in Japanese sake or want to try Wagyu beef, please come and enjoy dinner with us. It can also be reserved for groups. Reservations can be made by one person, so please feel free to contact us.

Uncover the little-known sake culture of Fushimi, Kyoto on a 90 min sake tasting and food pairing session with a certified Sake Sommelier.  Enjoy the samples of different types of sake, and learn about different varieties of sake with the personalized attention from your guide on this small-group activity.  This is a fun and educational experience to change your way of enjoying sake.    If you love sake but don't know what to select or want to know more about sake, join us and let's deep dive into the world of sake.  After this experience, you will know which type of sake you like, and you will be able to select your favorite sake from labels or restaurant menus even if they are all written in Japanese.

Sip your way through our sake tasting in Tokyo. Discover new sake tastes and build your own sake style with nicely paired Japanese snacks. Join our sake lesson to discover new styles and sample sake pairings with a sommelier for 2 hours. Demystify sake through learning and exploring your taste buds.  – Learn basic sake 101 to know the proper way to select and drink sake with food – Taste 6 high-quality sake from small family-owned breweries. Also, experience how sake flavors change depending on different temperatures and sake cup shapes. – Explore your tastebuds through sake and food pairings while learning how sake complements many kinds of flavors.

This experience is perfect for both newcomers to sake and enthusiasts alike! We source highly-rated sakes from across the country, offering a fun and accessible sake tasting experience. Sake can be enjoyed at various temperatures depending on the season and the dish, allowing you to explore its unique aromas, rich depth, and crisp flavors while pairing it with different foods.

– Indulge in a luxurious 8+ course meal showcasing multiple cuts of high-quality wagyu beef sourced from different regions. The menu will be based on the best quality cuts available in the market. – Taste wagyu prepared in a variety of ways to maximize the natural flavor, along with delicious appetizers and dessert. Enjoy traditional & authentic styles of preparation. – Experience how sake compliments wagyu with each dish. Try Japanese craft sake served in several different ways, including original cocktails specifically made to be paired with wagyu. – Learn about the history and regional differences of wagyu and sake in Japan, and how best to enjoy it. Discover what makes wagyu Japan’s most exquisite delicacy.

Join us for an exclusive Sake Omakase Course, featuring a 4-course experiential menu of 7 sakes with unlimited refills and premium bites. Over 2 hours, WSET & JSS certified sommeliers deeply involved in the sake industry will host a curated journey through the world of modern sake. Experience sake in an upscale private tasting room while learning about tasting and flavor components, indulging in flavor differences from various brewing techniques, exploring different drinking vessels, infusing paired spices, and more. We are confident that we are among the most experienced providers when it comes to sake. Unlike other offerings, sommeliers with experience of over 2,500 sake tastings will guide a highly interactive tasting experience in native English/Japanese. As you enjoy a variety of the best Japan-exclusive sake, we will explain the production process and unique profiles of sake, help you discover your palate preferences, and answer any questions about sake and related gastronomy.

The tour begins at Shimbashi Station, known as the site of Japan's first railroad running in 1872. First, your local tour guide will take you to a casual bar run by Nara Prefecture, which is known as the "birthplace of sake". Here, enjoy a 30-minute all-you-can-drink sake tasting! The selection of more than 20 different types of sake, which changes daily, is truly varied, ranging from authentic sake made with "Bodai-moto," the yeast that originated in Shorakuji, the birthplace of clear sake, to dry, sweet, slightly sparkling, cloudy, and fruit sake. On the second stop of the tour, your guide will take you to a teppanyaki restaurant in Ginza. You will be greeted by a skilled griller in front of a heated Teppan. Serving only the highest quality A5-ranked Wagyu beef, the restaurant not only offers a wide variety of Wagyu beef, but also seasonal soups, seasonal Wagyu beef dish, garlic rice, miso soup, and special condiments and sauces as part of the course menu.

Discover the rich tradition of Japanese sake in the heart of Tokyo's historic Asakusa district. Join us for an exclusive sake pairing experience held in Japan's oldest underground street, a hidden gem that preserves the charm and authenticity of old Tokyo. Tour Highlights: Guided Sake Tasting: Learn from our knowledgeable sake sommelier who will guide you through the nuances of various sake types, from dry to sweet, and help you appreciate the subtle flavors and aromas. Delicious Pairings: Enjoy a carefully curated selection of local delicacies that complement and enhance the flavors of the sake. Cultural Insights: Immerse yourself in Japan's sake brewing history and culture. Our guide will share fascinating stories and historical facts about the underground street and its significance in Tokyo's cultural heritage. Exclusive Venue: Experience the unique atmosphere of Japan's oldest underground street, where time seems to stand still, offering a nostalgic glimpse into the past.

This is a great opportunity to learn about sake and Japanese culture. Sake tasting and snacks from various regions of Japan will be served. Guides will provide explanations in English and Japanese, with additional translation equipment for explanations in other languages, so everyone is welcome to participate. During the tasting, you will learn about the different types of sake, how they are made, and how they pair with food. You will also have the opportunity to taste a variety of sake, including Daiginjo, Ginjo, and Junmai sake. The snacks served are carefully selected to complement the sake and enhance the overall taste experience. This experience is a great way to learn about Japanese culture and experience the unique flavors of sake. It is also a great opportunity to meet other sake enthusiasts. This experience will deepen your understanding of sake and add another layer of significance to your trip.

Experience the essence of Japanese home drinking culture with a fun, hands-on izakaya-style cooking class at night. You'll learn how to make small Japanese dishes that pair perfectly with alcohol, all while sipping on your choice of sake, Japanese beer, or other beverages. The best part? The recipes use ingredients you can easily find anywhere, so you can recreate the dishes for your own home parties after returning to your country. In an izakaya, a variety of small dishes are served to complement drinks, creating a relaxed and social atmosphere, perfect for casual gatherings. Whether you're a foodie curious about Japanese cuisine, love sake or beer, or simply enjoy social cooking experiences, this class is for you. No cooking experience? No problem! The local guide will walk you through every step, ensuring you’re comfortable and confident. Solo travelers are common here, so you'll fit right in. Come hungry, as there will be plenty to cook and eat!

Immerse yourself in the rich culture of sake brewing with our Kyoto tour. We'll explore not just the brewery, but also the history and traditions surrounding this celebrated beverage. Learn how sake is woven into the fabric of Japanese society, from special ceremonies to everyday life. Enjoy delicious food pairings that reflect the regional cuisine and complement the nihonshu flavors.

After gathering at the meeting point, we will go to a wonderful Japanese restaurant. There, you can experience tasting three attractive sakes and comparing the taste differences. Then, you can pair the sake with a wonderful Japanese dish. Imagine what would happen if you paird meat dishes with sake or seafood with sake. It will delight your tongue. At the same time, you can get knowledge about sake. I can tell you a lot of information such as how to make and drink sake, about the aroma of sake, and how the taste of sake changes depending on the temperature. After that, we will move to a sake shop and explain how to choose the best sake bottle for you. Finally, I will tell you the store where you can buy sake tools and other items. You can find a lot of great sake tools there.

This new private session is run by volunteer sake experts, therefore offered at a very low price compared to other events. However, the sake offered for the tasting is carefully selected from all over Japan and is ALL INCLUDED IN THE PRICE. Sake is a traditional Japanese drink that has been registered as a UNESCO Heritage Site, but it is difficult to understand due to many technical terms such as "Junmai", "Nigorishu", and "Ginjo". Sake experts will give a presentation and tasting session at Tsukiji Outside Market, the heart of Tokyo, so that everyone can increase their knowledge of sake. You will have the opportunity to taste three different types of sake carefully selected from all over Japan, with detailed instructions on how to drink them and traditional Japanese dry snacks that are perfect for pairing with sake. This is a fun and casual event with experts! The meeting will last approximately 60 minutes!

In 2020, we opened "Medetashi", a sake restaurant that also has a shop where we sell not only sake, but also special ingredients and exclusive design items. Our space has easy access from Shibuya and Nakameguro. Through this experience, you can explore 10 types of sake and some perfect pairing experiences in 1-hour. It includes: * A short course to learn about sake * A tasting with various types of sake * Sake pairing with food You will also: * Experience the sake taste change by using different vessels, as also variations in temperatures * Receive Information on sake shops in Tokyo where you can taste and purchase sake
 * Discover the incredible variety of flavors that sake offers * Learn your personal preferences when it comes to sake * Gain confidence in ordering sake at izakayas and restaurants * Find out how to purchase sake as a memorable gift Start your Tokyo adventure with this experience to enhance your culinary journey, making your stay in Japan even more unforgettable!

Amazing experience of a western twist on Japanese sake snacks. Taste tsukudani (preserved seafood) in traditional and modern ways at Shinbashi Tamakiya, established in 1782. You can taste it while learning about its history. After learning about the shop’s history , sample its secret sauce and taste its signature tsukudani. Then, taste a small amount of rice with tsukudani and furikake seasonings, and try tsukudani with various ingredients such as pasta and nuts.　You can pair it with wine and Japanese sake.

Chocolate and Wine Pairing tour. One of the classic pairings with chocolate is wine. This is one of the only "rare chocolate" and wine pairing tours in Cuenca, Ecuador. One of our Chocolate Experts will guide you through a tasting tour of red and white wines paired with our amazing rare and mother tree chocolates. And it's only one block from Parque Calderon. During a portion of the tour / pairing you will learn about the History of mother tree cacao in Ecuador is partly a well kept secret. Also about the saving and preservation of the Mother Heirloom trees. We use only this type of rare cacao in order to make the finest chocolate in the world. Preserve and Taste The Rare. Come before or after your tour and enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner. We also serve wine, beer along with well and mixed drinks in addition to our ready to release Altisimo Khuya* Craft Cacao Sake' – you'll fall in Love again. *Khuya is a Kichwa language word which means "Impassioned Love"

・Gain a deeper understanding of Nagayama Honke’s sake brewing techniques in a unique retro-modern setting. ・Savor a special, locally inspired menu while discovering the distinct flavors and aromas of each sake.

Freshly prepared Japanese food is waiting for you. Enjoy the rich flavors of Japanese sake while tasting the harmony of Japanese cuisine and rice wine. Learn about the process of making sake and the connection between sake and Japanese people. The fragrance of sake is classified into four categories, each of which will be carefully explained. Learn about which dishes pair well with which kinds of sake. We will also teach you how to order (in Japanese) at a Japanese style pub. Make no mistake. You too will surely be called a connoisseur.

Enjoy the Wagyu and unlimited Sake pairing!! Start with Sparkling Sake and then we talk about sake and wagyu, while comparing a few Sakes by tasting. Then the meat will be served and enjoy them with paired Sake. (Of course we will show you how to enjoy Japanese BBQ!!). We select Sake for each meat meal but you can also try unselected one too!! Full-course menu comes with Wagyu short rib, Loin and Rib Loin – Beef tongue, Skirt stakes – with some sides like Salad and Japanese Curry rice. If you like to drink more, we can serve you more glasses and refill too!! You can also have Draft beer / Wine / Sour (Sprit based cocktail) etc. without any fee , you do not need to think of saving drinking!! Some Sakes are rarely seen outside Japan, so it wil be the activity that you can only experince when you are in Japan!! We would like to interactive with you, do not be afraid to ask us some questions about Sake, culture, drink places… everything about Japan!!