5 (895)
Kyoto
Unlock Kyoto's Sake Secrets: A Fushimi Brewery Deep Dive
180
Overview
The '3 Hours Kyoto Insider Sake Experience' unveils Fushimi's sake culture. Explore Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum, learn sake making, and enjoy a tasting with food pairings led by a sake sommelier. This small-group tour offers personalized attention, deepening your sake appreciation and tasting skills. Discover your favorite sake! 
Highlights
Expert Sake Sommelier: Gain insights from a certified sake sommelier, enhancing your understanding and appreciation of sake.
Authentic Brewery Visit: Explore the renowned Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum, delving into the rich history and production methods of sake.
Curated Sake Tasting: Sample over 10 different types of sake, carefully selected to showcase the diverse flavors and styles of Japanese rice wine.
Traditional Food Pairing: Enhance your tasting experience with otsumami, traditional Japanese appetizers that complement the sake's flavors.
Sentiment Analysis
Informative sake sommelier guidance
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Extensive sake tasting selection
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Intimate small-group setting
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Engaging cultural immersion in sake history
Transportation to Fushimi not included.
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Limited duration may feel rushed for some.
Review Summary
Customers finds this tour to be highly informative and enjoyable, praising the knowledgeable and engaging guides who make sake tasting accessible even for beginners. Many highlight the well-paired snacks and the opportunity to sample a wide variety of sake, while some note that the tour does not allow entry into active brewery production areas due to safety regulations. The small-group setting and personalized attention are frequently mentioned as positives, with only minor feedback about the lack of hotel pickup and limited accessibility for those with mobility challenges.
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Osaka
¥13000
Osaka Street Food Tour: Feast on 15 Local Dishes!
5.0
(1507 reviews)
Duration: 180
minutes
Hungry Osaka Street Food Tour (15 Dishes) - Feast Like a Local in Osaka, known as the "Kitchen of Japan!" This tasty walking tour takes you into the heart of Shinsekai, a hidden gem where locals love to eat. With experienced, bilingual guides like Andy, Scott, Tim, or Anna, you'll explore this vibrant area and taste 15 delicious dishes at 5 unique eateries.
Get ready to try authentic Osaka street food like takoyaki (octopus balls), karaage (fried chicken), kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers), udon noodles, and oden (a hearty stew). These aren't fancy foods, but they are full of flavor and will fill you up! Along the way, your guide will share stories about the history and culture of Osaka and answer your questions about Japan.
You'll weave through arcades and side streets, visiting izakayas (Japanese pubs), restaurants, stalls, and bars that locals love. The tour also includes 2 drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic). Plus, you'll visit the iconic Shinsekai area, known for the Tsutenkaku Tower, a symbol of Osaka. The tour includes vegetarian options, and guests are dropped off at the train station at the end of the tour.
Kyoto
¥3800
Kyoto Geisha Tour: History, Culture & Hidden Spots
5.0
(654 reviews)
Duration: 120
minutes
Kyoto Gion: Geisha Culture & History Walking Tour lets people explore the traditional Gion district. This walking tour gives a close look at Japan's geisha culture and old history. If people are lucky, they might see a geisha walking around. Gion is a special place where old Japanese ways are still alive.
On this tour, people won’t just see the main tourist spots. They will also walk down hidden paths with a local guide. The tour visits Hanamikoji Street, which is known as the heart of the geisha area. People can learn how geisha train, see their elegant dances, and find out how their beautiful kimonos and hair are made. This will give them a peek into Gion’s unique culture.
The tour also walks through quiet backstreets away from the crowds. These paths lead to small shrines and historical places. People will also see old wooden townhouses from the Edo period. The guide will share stories about these buildings, helping people understand Kyoto’s old-town charm and rich past. Key stops include the Gion District, Sannen-zaka and Ninen-zaka, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Nishiki Market, Kamogawa River, Higashiyama District, and Heian Shrine. Expect to discover hidden gems and iconic landmarks. This tour provides an immersive cultural experience.
Kyoto
¥6400
Kyoto: Arashiyama's Bamboo Forest, Monkeys & Matcha
4.9
(647 reviews)
Discover the magic of Kyoto with the 'Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Monkeys, Matcha & Temple Tour'! This walking tour takes visitors through the beautiful Arashiyama district, showing off the best of Japanese culture and nature.
Visitors will start at the historic Tenryu-ji Temple, where they can wander through peaceful Zen gardens. Next, they'll stroll through the famous Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, a truly enchanting experience. The tour continues to Nonomiya Shrine, a spot filled with history and calm. Participants will then enjoy a refreshing cup of authentic Uji matcha tea. After that, a walk across the Togetsu-kyo Bridge offers stunning views. The adventure ends with a short hike to Monkey Park Iwatayama, home to playful monkeys and amazing views of Kyoto.
This tour includes entrance fees to Monkey Park Iwatayama and Tenryu-ji Temple, plus one delicious Uji matcha drink. An English-speaking guide will lead the way. Tips are not included. This unforgettable half-day tour blends culture, nature, and local flavors into one amazing experience. It is perfect for those who want to see monkeys, temples, and the beautiful bamboo forest.
Kyoto
¥12000
Kyoto Geisha Show: Meet a Maiko for 1 Hour!
4.9
(420 reviews)
1 Hour Geisha Meeting and Show in Kyoto is a unique cultural experience. Watch a real Maiko, an apprentice Geisha, perform up close.
With only about 40 Maikos left in Kyoto, seeing one is very special. Kyoto is the only place to see real Geisha. Don't miss this chance to see a Maiko dance! You'll see her perform traditional dances and even get to play a Japanese game with her. This experience happens in Kyoto's Geisha District (Specific Location Varies).
This special meeting includes traditional Japanese green tea. A professional guide will help you understand everything. Please remember that outside food and drinks are not allowed. This experience does not include extra food or drinks.
Kyoto
¥10300
Kyoto Sake Tasting: Fushimi Insider Experience
5.0
(283 reviews)
Duration: 90
minutes
Experience the 1.5 Hours Kyoto Insider Sake Experience and uncover the secrets of sake in Fushimi, Kyoto. This guided sake tasting is perfect for anyone who wants to learn about and enjoy sake.
During the experience, you'll taste seven different types of sake chosen by a sake expert. You’ll also learn about the different kinds of sake and how to pick your favorites, even if the labels are in Japanese. You’ll also get to try otsumami, which are tasty Japanese snacks that go well with sake. The Kyoto Sake Tasting Experience happens in a private tasting room with a certified Sake Sommelier. This ensures a personal and educational experience in a small group setting.
This experience includes otsumami (Japanese appetizers), guidance from a certified Sake Sommelier, a private tasting room, seven sake tastings, and a sake cheat sheet. It does not include transportation to and from attractions or hotel pickup and drop-off.
Kyoto
¥14600
Kyoto: Fushimi Inari & Arashiyama Early Bird Tour
5.0
(193 reviews)
Kyoto Early Bird English Tour: Fushimi-Inari and Arashiyama offers a chance to see top sights without big crowds. This walking tour takes visitors to the Fushimi Inari Shrine, Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, and Tenryu-ji Temple.
The tour starts early so everyone can enjoy these spots with fewer people around. A friendly guide will share stories and facts about each place. At Fushimi Inari Shrine, visitors will walk through thousands of bright red gates. In Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, one can walk among tall bamboo stalks. The Tenryu-ji Temple is a place to see beautiful Zen gardens. The Kimono Forest and Togetsu Bridge are other spots to enjoy.
This tour includes entry to Tenryu-ji Temple and a guide who speaks English. It does not include the cost of getting around on trains or buses (about 630 yen). Food and drinks are also not included. This tour is a great way to learn about Kyoto's history and see its beauty. It is a small group tour.
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