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Kyoto
Kyoto Sake Tasting: Fushimi Brewery Tour
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Overview
3 Hours Kyoto Insider Sake Experience | Tasting Konteki takes people into the world of sake in Fushimi, Kyoto. This 3-hour tour lets visitors see a sake brewery, taste different sakes, and pair them with food alongside a sake expert.
Visitors will learn how sake is made and about its history at the Higashiyama Sake Brewery (Kizakura Museum). They'll get to try different sakes and learn about the different types with the help of their guide. This small-group tour makes learning about and enjoying sake fun and easy.
The tour includes traditional Japanese snacks (Otsumami) to eat with the sake. It takes place in a private sake tasting room and is led by a certified Sake Sommelier. Guests also get a sake guide and tasting notes to help them pick their favorite sakes. The tour includes tasting more than 10 sakes chosen by the sommelier and a guided tour of the Kizakura Kappa Museum. Hotel pickup and drop-off and transportation to and from the attractions are not included. 
Highlights
Taste many kinds of sake: Try 10+ sakes picked by a sake expert.
Learn from a sake expert: A certified Sake Sommelier will guide the tasting.
Visit Kizakura Kappa Museum: Take a tour of the Sake Brewery.
Pair sake with snacks: Enjoy traditional Japanese snacks with the sake.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers enjoyed the variety of sakes offered.
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The guide's knowledge and explanations were highly praised.
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Visitors appreciated the small group setting.
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Many found the sake and food pairings to be excellent.
Some felt the tour was too short.
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A few wished for more time at the brewery.
The Journey
Fushimi Sake District Brewery
Discover the art of sake making at a traditional brewery in Fushimi, Kyoto's esteemed sake district. Witness time-honored brewing processes passed down through generations, from the meticulous preparation of rice to the careful fermentation. Immerse yourself in the rich history and craftsmanship of sake production, followed by a tasting of the brewery's finest flavors, experiencing the unique character of Fushimi sake.
Exclusive Sake Tasting Experience
Indulge in an exclusive sake tasting experience led by an expert guide. Sample rare and exceptional sake varieties, including bottles never exported outside of Japan. Learn to discern the subtle nuances of flavor profiles – dry, sweet, rich, and fruity – understanding how each is crafted. Enhance your tasting with thoughtfully selected Otsumami (Japanese snacks), discovering perfect food pairings that elevate the sake drinking experience.
Know Before You Go
This sake experience includes Otsumami (traditional Japanese appetizers) for food pairing, a dedicated private sake tasting room, guidance from a certified Sake Sommelier, a sake cheat sheet and tasting notes to help choose preferred sake, sake tasting of 10+ types selected by a sake sommelier, and a guided tour of the Kizakura Kappa Museum. It does not include hotel pickup and drop-off or transportation to/from attractions. Please arrange your own transportation to the meeting point.
Hot Tip
Customers suggest asking your guide questions about your favorite sake so you know what to order in the future!
Review Summary
People usually say the 3 Hours Kyoto Insider Sake Experience offers a highly educational and enjoyable deep dive into sake culture with a knowledgeable and engaging guide. Many travelers appreciate the variety and quality of sake tastings as well as the personalized attention in a small group setting. The food pairings with sake enhance the experience, and the inclusion of a museum visit adds cultural depth. Common negative points include limited accessibility for wheelchairs and the strict policy against drinking if arriving by car, which some find inconvenient. However, the tour’s expert guidance and friendly atmosphere are frequently praised.
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