A Taste of Kyoto: Sake Tour
Our locals for this tour
Maha & Yuko
Experience details
Destination
Kyoto
Category
Food tours
Duration
2.5 hours
Mode of transport
Walking
Available languages
English • 日本語 • العربية • Français
What's included
Private Guide • 4 Tastings • Entrance Sake Museum
Here’s an overview of your tour
Kyoto is famous for its Sake and now you can get a real local taste of it. But, do you know why this cultural tradition is so important for the locals? Forget the stereotypes and tourist traps; you are about to find out the real deal about Sake on this tour.
Get to know how food can have an impact on the Sake culture, and let a local food expert show you the traditions behind Sake in Kyoto. Learn the cultural significance of this flavorful ritual and get a taste of authentic food like Gekkeikan sake, and Japanese pickles because how else will you understand traditions without first trying them!
To fully embrace this tour that brings together food and culture, your local host will take you on a journey that includes storytelling, history, and stops at culturally relevant highlights about Sake like Fushimi district, and Sake brewery for a complete experience that will satisfy all of your senses.
The local hosts are natural storytellers, each with a different background ranging from local cuisine to city lifestyle. They can't wait to share some of their unique stories and personal anecdotes with you! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes and make their Kyoto, your Kyoto!
Your itinerary
Meeting point
Yoshijima Station Outside the North ExitFood & Culture
On this private tour, discover why Sake is so relevant for the locals and their culture. Your local host is ready to take you on a tour where flavor, traditions, and cultural history combine to give you the perfect taste of KyotoAuthentic Tastings
To fully understand the significance of food in the Japanese culture, you must give it a try. And on this tour, you’ll get to enjoy Gekkeikan sake, Japanese pickles, and other tastings that put this food tradition on the map!Food Traditions
Do as the locals do and embrace the way they enjoy Sake - the authentic way. Learn the history behind this local ritual, the right way to enjoy it, and tips and tricks on how to keep it alive for the rest of your stayCultural Highlights
Visit highlights relevant to the food and cultural theme of your tour where you can know more about Kyoto and where your local host can give more insights and recommendations
Do you know all our tours are private & personalised?
Did you know that Withlocals tours are completely customisable to your needs? What you see here is a base itinerary that you can modify! Simply get in touch with your selected local and let them know what you would like!
Select your local guide
Explore the city with our diverse Withlocals hosts—passionate storytellers offering unique perspectives on every tour.
Maha
Authenticity Radar
Maha4.913 reviewsI speakالعربية • English • FrançaisYuko
Local Kyoto cat
Yuko5.01 reviewsI speakEnglish • 日本語
Good to Know
Tips
- Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
- In case of leftovers, ask for a container to-go to reduce waste
Included
- Private Guide
- 4 Tastings
- Entrance Sake Museum
Not included
- Entrance to any other attractions than mentioned
Cancellation
- Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
- Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.
Reviews
- 4.0
Great guide, program to be improved
"First of all Mako is a lovely person and a good guide with excellent English. I would highly recommend her. We have done several tours with withlocals, and always liked them, because they give you e...
- 5.0
Very nice tour
"We booked the sake tour with guide Mako and we had a very great time. We learned a lot about sake and we tried several different flavours. Mako was a very nice guide and when you are in Kyoto you def...
- 5.0
Amazing Guide!
"I'd give Ollie 5/5 stars. He was a super friendly and knowledgeable tour guide. He adapted the walking tour to our interests - bringing us to a bamboo garden in a beautiful fall forest when we told h...
Why should you book a Withlocals tour?
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Let your local host tailor the tour completely to your wishes.
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Questions?
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What is the cancellation policy?
When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.
When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.
When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.
Read moreWhat payment methods are available?
During checkout you can choose from a number of different payment methods based on your location. We accept a variety of payment methods such as Credit Card, iDeal and many more.Can I pay in any currency?
Payment is always done in Euro but you can view the total amount in your local currency. Your bank might charge you a conversion rate fee from your local currency to Euro. No extra fees apply.Is this tour always private?
All our tours are 100% private, only you and your host.
Our locals for this tour
Maha & Yuko
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